A meadow can be described as a field habitat consisting primarily of grasses and other non-woody plants. These ecosystems play a crucial role in the well-being of nature. Within the Arboretum we are fortunate to have two Meadow areas, one on each Campus.
The Meadows provide shelter for animals that are unable to seek refuge in trees, such as rabbits and land-dwelling birds. In addition, the insects that find homes in the Meadows are often pollinators that grow amongst the grasses.
These areas also give us a chance to be around and to view natural areas. Some studies suggest that activities that occur in natural settings can help to reduce stress and have positive effects.
The Lumberton Campus Meadow’s restoration began in the Fall 2014. This past year, preparation to restore the Medford Campus has begun. Stay tuned as these plans move forward. As we know from the work done at Lumberton, it can take up to three years to see significant results, so we will need to be patient as work progresses on the Medford Campus.
