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Wrightwood CSD Parks and Recreation
« on: Nov 28, 16, 06:28:51 PM »
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Re: Wrightwood CSD Parks and Recreation
« Reply #1 on: Feb 19, 17, 11:58:49 AM »
Assuming the CSD comes to be, I would like to see more of a focus on using native plants in our parks.
Native plants use less water, support native birds and other wildlife, support butterflies (such as the monarch), and promote a natural and healthy ecosystem.
Many native plants are also fire resistive. Planted properly, natives can also be complements to fire safe gardening. As a member of the Firesafe Council, I have a plethora (and a whole lot, too) of information on this subject. We could make a permanent demonstration garden of fire resistive native plants.
I support the use of native plants in all new plantings, and in the replacement of existing ornamental/non-native plants if they die.
We could also add an element of education to the plants we use in our parks, labeling them and identifying their benefits on signs. This could make for an easy science field trip for our local school.
We live in a beautiful forest. We should support the natural environment.
http://www.audubon.org/content/why-native-plants-matter
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Re: Wrightwood CSD Parks and Recreation
« Reply #2 on: Feb 19, 17, 06:11:12 PM »
Nolena,  This is a wonderful suggestion. Whether the WWCSD is approved or not.. it is a great suggestion! Mom and I used to order plants from the Conservation District sale. Many of them are quite large now and have beautiful blooms and foliage. Added bonus:  the ground squirrels and  wabbits don't eat them. Another added bonus: they don't need a lot of water.

Not in this thread.. but perhaps in the gardening thread you could post a link or two to both native plants and fire-resistive plants?
Great idea!  cheryl o7o
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Re: Wrightwood CSD Parks and Recreation
« Reply #3 on: Feb 19, 17, 06:47:20 PM »
I'll look for the materials when I get over this cold. ( :P Snivel....Whine....)
Otherwise, I'll look up stuff on Google, and try to remember the good sites.  :)
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Re: Wrightwood CSD Parks and Recreation
« Reply #4 on: Feb 23, 17, 02:31:56 PM »
Quote from: Nolena on Feb 19, 17, 11:58:49 AM
Assuming the CSD comes to be, I would like to see more of a focus on using native plants in our parks.
Native plants use less water, support native birds and other wildlife, support butterflies (such as the monarch), and promote a natural and healthy ecosystem.
Many native plants are also fire resistive. Planted properly, natives can also be complements to fire safe gardening. As a member of the Firesafe Council, I have a plethora (and a whole lot, too) of information on this subject. We could make a permanent demonstration garden of fire resistive native plants.
I support the use of native plants in all new plantings, and in the replacement of existing ornamental/non-native plants if they die.
We could also add an element of education to the plants we use in our parks, labeling them and identifying their benefits on signs. This could make for an easy science field trip for our local school.
We live in a beautiful forest. We should support the natural environment.
http://www.audubon.org/content/why-native-plants-matter

I'd like to hear the candidates' thoughts on this issue.
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