The Habitat Patch concept explores how small-scale residential plantings can function together as distributed ecological infrastructure.
Many residents are interested in reducing lawn but feel unsure where to start. Rather than focusing on one-off garden designs or expecting homeowners to become individual experts, this model emphasizes strategy: matching plant communities to site conditions, capturing water where it falls, planting in optimal seasonal windows, and using standardized modules to reduce cost and complexity.
The goal is a repeatable approach that can scale across many properties while remaining manageable for homeowners, and that can serve as a framework for future grant-supported restoration work.
This session will introduce the model, show example layouts, and outline possible participation pathways.
Mar 9th @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Mar 10th @ All Day
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