Native Wildflower Meadows
"Americans use enormous quantities of water, fuel, fertilizers, and pesticides to make lawn grow vigorously, only to then spend time and money weekly to keep it short. So why, even amidst growing ecological awareness, do lawns continue to dominate our landscapes?"
- Larry Weaner -
(Renowned Horticulturist, Environmentalist & Landscape Designer)
Why Native Meadow Plantings?
- Native Meadows vs Traditional Lawns -
A traditional lawn is a homogeneous area composed of non-native grass species. With a uniform appearance that provides a specific aesthetic, lawns are appropriate for recreation or social space. However, they can be more demanding on the ecosystem and those trying to maintain them.
If you’re looking for an alternative to a traditional lawn, a native meadow is a great option. A meadow is a natural or semi-natural area composed of native grasses, wildflowers, and other plants adapted to the local environment. Meadows promote biodiversity, - support pollinators -, and require less maintenance compared to traditional lawns.
- Native Meadows vs Traditional Lawns -
A traditional lawn is a homogeneous area composed of non-native grass species. With a uniform appearance that provides a specific aesthetic, lawns are appropriate for recreation or social space. However, they can be more demanding on the ecosystem and those trying to maintain them.
If you’re looking for an alternative to a traditional lawn, a native meadow is a great option. A meadow is a natural or semi-natural area composed of native grasses, wildflowers, and other plants adapted to the local environment. Meadows promote biodiversity, - support pollinators -, and require less maintenance compared to traditional lawns.
Native Meadow Projects
Talbot County Waterfront Residence
Island Creek - A Critical Buffer Meadow
Implementation of Critical Buffer Meadows contained within our Custom Master Plan
Residence on Island Creek near Oxford, Maryland.
Client engaged us for Comprehensive Site Renovations for this early 1970's Contemporary.
Project started with an overall Master Plan that also required us to produce a
- Minor Buffer Management Plan - to mitigate the new and edited hardscapes proposed.
The Build-out involved layout and construction of Hardscapes, Exterior Lighting package,
and Native Plantings throughout, along with creating and establishing these
Native Wildflower Meadows on a special waterfront Property.
Project Master Plan and sequential Production Images -
