Tag: perennials
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Focusing on Ecological Functions
Principle #2: Provide food, shelter, and breeding sites for insects and birds by planting biodiverse clusters of perennials, shrubs, and trees in refugia gardens that interconnect. Important Ecological FunctionsClick on each link for more details about each ecological function. Food: Because of their ability to capture sunlight energy and use it to “fix” carbon, plants…
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Diversifying for the Future
Principle #1: Using climate projections, enrich biodiversity in outdoor living spaces by converting lawn spaces to refugia gardens. Most refugia gardens will consist of trees, shrubs, and perennials. Because trees are long-lived species, pay special attention to their vulnerability and adaptability to climate change. Refugia are suitable for vulnerable species, but you will likely want…
