Irene DeMaris
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Irene DeMaris
@ird.bsky.social
PNW native in Iowa who runs a faith-rooted climate advocacy nonprofit in state. Deaconess, spouse, new gardener, and dog mom.
I've had a hard time getting anything to grow from seed in our backyard most likely due to the 2 black walnut trees... but we've been successful with plugs and more established plants. Hence asking! But I'm going to look out for them. I was able to find some other asters, but I'd like more natives!
November 6, 2025 at 2:49 PM
Has anyone found plugs of this in Central Iowa?
November 6, 2025 at 1:07 PM
Congrats!
November 5, 2025 at 10:43 PM
With the M shape on the head, it looks like the invasive Asian lady beetle to me.
November 3, 2025 at 10:43 PM
They did it in the last Des Moines City Council election aka the Crow Tow Election as some of us called it...
June 18, 2025 at 6:36 PM
Same. I worry for bikers.
May 16, 2025 at 10:00 PM
More screenings are on the way! Want to host or attend one?

📩 Reach out to info@iowafaithandclimate.org
#IowasDirtySecret #IowaFaithClimate #CleanUpMidAm
May 1, 2025 at 3:43 PM
Grateful to board members Rod Stevens and Heather for being there and joining the thoughtful panel conversation. These are the moments that build momentum for justice. 🙌
May 1, 2025 at 3:42 PM
The film lays bare the health and environmental toll of coal in Iowa. It was moving to see our Earth Day Rally featured—including moments of Rev. Heather Wachendorf and me speaking. 💚🔥
May 1, 2025 at 3:41 PM