Seeds & Beats Saturday Meadow Mornings: December 4

2100 Leon C Simon Drive,New Orleans LA 70122

04 December, 2021

Description

Seed collection, weeding, and rain garden design at the Native Wildflower Meadow at New Orleans Mosquito Control Headquarters. Join us at 2100 Leon C Simon to take part in keeping up the native wildflower meadow we planted in April, and to prepare the meadow for next spring. At each gathering, we will focus on different aspects of site ecology and environmental stewardship. In December, we will be weeding the meadow and collecting seeds for sowing next spring, and also designing a rain garden that will complement the meadow and further increase the biodiversity of the site. Participants will learn from plants experts and designers about different native wildflowers, and how they interact with soils, bugs, and water, as well as green infrastructure and water management. Participants will receive an illustrated field guide to wildflowers and common weeds. All are welcome. This event is part of Seeds & Beats 2021: Reflections and Explorations on Water, Ecology, and Infrastructure. -- COVID 19: Please dress for the weather, and follow all public health guidelines for masks and social distancing, and do not join if you’re experiencing any symptoms of illness. We will have hand sanitizer and extra masks on hand. Questions? Please contact [email protected] or call (949) 981-9159. Aron Chang is an urban designer, researcher, and educator based in New Orleans.