Palustrine Vernal Pools:
Images
Images from
June, 2023, show an intermediate stage of this project. Significant work has
been done on the site including planting numerous shrubs surrounding both pools.
Circular paths have been cut and are maintained encircling both pools. These
paths have been extended to include a natural area west of the pools that both
provides views of the stream as well as the Willow Grove at the bottom of
Riparian SouthWest. Work is now shifting to develop encircling large canopy
trees to provide more shade for the pools. This will be done by extending the
palette of trees in the western third of the area to the rest. We have been
pleased to see New York Ironweed make its way to this area; we will add more
herbaceous species suitable for this mixed environment.