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Native plants sale at Salato Center is August 28, 2010 An Adair Assimilation Academy note to new arrivals in Adair Co., KY: The Salato Center, Frankfort, KY, is named for a great Adair Countian, the late Dr. J.C. Salato. The Adair County Health Department Building, 801 Westlake DR, Columbia, KY, is also named for him. -CM By Kristy Stroud News from the Salato Center The annual sale of native Kentucky wildflowers will be held at the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources' Salato Wildlife Education Center, 1 Sportsman's LN, Frankfort, KY, from 9am-4pmET/8am-3pmCT, Saturday, August 28, 2010. During this public sale, shoppers can choose from numerous species of native plants including favorites like the cardinal flower, purple coneflower, passion flower and many more. All native plants are priced at $5 to $6 each. This sale is only held once a year. Native shrubs, wildflowers and grasses are the preferred shelter and food source for Kentucky's wildlife. These low-maintenance plants thrive in the state's climate and soil conditions. They also require less water than exotic species. Plant experts will be on hand to answer questions and offer advice on creating beautiful wildflower gardens. In addition, visitors can tour the Salato Center and see wildflowers in full bloom. The Salato Center has a variety of native animals for the public to see, including a black bear, an eagle, bobcats, elk, deer, bison, snakes and fish. The center has numerous indoor exhibits and miles of hiking trails open to the public. Fishing is available at two lakes. While some programs may require a registration fee, general admission to the Salato Center is free. The Salato Center hours of operation, Eastern Time are 9am to 5pm Tuesdays through Fridays and 10am to 5pm. Saturdays. The center is closed Sundays, Mondays and state holidays. This story was posted on 2010-08-09 11:07:36
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