Over the years mowing and pruning have increased at the request of area residents. Pilot project work is now underway to return the site to its originally designed grassland and woodland state. Future improvements to the meadow may include the planting of native wildflowers in the wetter areas.
What is the maintenance plan?
- Over seeding was completed in spring 2022 to further thicken healthy grass growth, especially on the tops of the hills.
- The trembling aspen bluff was cleaned up and a layer of mulch added.
What is happening in the meadow now?
- Continually re-evaluate meadow’s condition and adjust work plan accordingly.
- If weeds persist, perform herbicide treatment, followed by over seed treatment.
- Allow the aspen trees to sucker from their roots creating a small densely wooded bluff which over time will expand into the grassland area.
- Monthly mow a 1.8m wide (6 foot) strip along the inside edge of the asphalt all the way around the meadow and aspen bluff, while allowing trees to continue to naturally expand into the surrounding space.
- String trimming around culverts to maintain drainage
- Continue thistle and fox tail management with targeted trimming and selected spraying.
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