Freedom Park Phase 1
Introduction
After the removal of a large hardwood tree, the space left behind became a scarred patch a ground, vulnerable to compaction and invasive grasses.
By intervening early, we can establish a mixed-use garden patch built on a foundation of perennial trees, shrubs and pollinator-attracting flowers.
Before (before tree came down)
Concept drawing
Garden plan and plant selection
Trees
American persimmon, mulberry, hybrid chestnut, black willow, thornless honey locust (nitrogen fixer), oak, maple
Shrubs
American elderberry, hazelnut, goji berry, raspberry, thornless blackberry
Flowers
Black-eyed susan, bee balm, coneflower (echinacea), Coreopsis, milkweed, Joe Pye weed, sunflower, cosmos, zinnia, etc.
Veggies
Kale, mustard greens, assorted root vegetables, okra, squash
