Tree Talk with Lisa Giersbach: Creating the Library's Native Landscape

​Join landscape architect Lisa Giersbach, Principal at G2 Collaborative Landscape Architecture, for a presentation on the use of native plants and their role in supporting sustainable and ecologically rich landscapes. Lisa will discuss her work in leading the development of the native plant landscape of the Sawyer Free Library. We will discuss why this approach is important for our public spaces, why certain plants were chosen and how this approach of planting natives can be relevant even in our own backyards.

​Tree talks, led by Peter Lawrence, is bringing local and regional experts together to share knowledge about native trees, plants, and Gloucester’s ecosystem through engaging programs for community members of all ages. In 2026 and beyond, 400 Trees is growing into a new multi-year phase. The program will focus on planting larger canopy trees in downtown Gloucester while expanding youth engagement through partnerships with Gloucester Public Schools and other local organizations. This next chapter deepens our commitment to strengthening the urban forest, educating the next generation, and nurturing a healthier, more resilient local ecosystem.

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​Questions? Contact Peter Lawrence at [email protected] or Meg O'Neill at [email protected]