The Rethinking Urban Grasslands project at Green-Wood Cemetery addresses the overwhelming presence of Bermuda grass, an invasive species that harms local ecosystems. Initiated in 2017 with Cornell University, the project contrasts manicured private plots with more natural public spaces. It aims to limit Bermuda grass growth while preserving historic headstones and enhancing biodiversity. In 2022, the project intensified as specific public lots were selected for restoration through reseeding with native wildflowers and non-invasive grasses, addressing both aesthetic and ecological needs within the cemetery's landscape.
The project, initiated in partnership with Cornell University, aims to limit invasive Bermuda grass while managing resources effectively to protect historic grave sites.
Sara Evans, the cemetery's Director, acknowledges that the eradication of Bermuda grass is unlikely and emphasizes the need for a new design approach.
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