Thursday, June 13th
6:30 pm
Bloomington Tour of Two Residences
Meet at
Peggy Thomsen's
11533 Palmer Circle
Bloomington, MN 55347
In this 1960s neighborhood the "Palmer Prairie" stands out with a front yard of 100% native plants.
Peggy transformed the neglected property in Fall 2022 with native plugs, shrubs, trees, and a dry short-prairie seed mix.
Having no prior knowledge of MN natives or landscaping, Peggy relied on a professional landscape architect, Nathalie Shanstrom of Pasque Ecological Designs, for a plan to suit the site conditions which include very sandy soil. The landscape also had to be tolerable to Peggy's husband who was more inclined towards a perfectly manicured turf lawn.
Hear how this project came about with the help of a cost-share grant from the Lower Minnesota River Watershed District, grading features employed to protect fresh water resources, site preparation, success and challenges.
6:30 pm
Bloomington Tour of Two Residences
Meet at
Peggy Thomsen's
11533 Palmer Circle
Bloomington, MN 55347
In this 1960s neighborhood the "Palmer Prairie" stands out with a front yard of 100% native plants.
Peggy transformed the neglected property in Fall 2022 with native plugs, shrubs, trees, and a dry short-prairie seed mix.
Having no prior knowledge of MN natives or landscaping, Peggy relied on a professional landscape architect, Nathalie Shanstrom of Pasque Ecological Designs, for a plan to suit the site conditions which include very sandy soil. The landscape also had to be tolerable to Peggy's husband who was more inclined towards a perfectly manicured turf lawn.
Hear how this project came about with the help of a cost-share grant from the Lower Minnesota River Watershed District, grading features employed to protect fresh water resources, site preparation, success and challenges.
From the Palmer Prairie we will walk or drive .3 miles to the Dagiau's native plantings. Last fall the Dagiaus started native plantings and installed a different type of raingarden up by the house, and a native shade garden under their maple tree. Oak trees are also being planted.
June 2024
Saturday, June 8th
10 am- Noon
Wildlife Food Supermarket Tour
Co-hosted by Wild Ones Prairie Edge and Writers Rising Up
at
Richard T. Anderson Conservation Area
18700 Flying Cloud Drive
Eden Prairie, MN
Prairie Edge Vice President, Shelly Stanchfield, will lead us on a hike that explores the 6 distinct biomes of the park and identifies plants that support the dietary needs of local fauna. Minnesota is home to over 2000 known bird, fish amphibian, reptile and mammal species that rely on insects for food. A primary cause of species decline is loss of quality habitat due to destruction, degradation, and fragmentation. Shelly will be pointing out the many plants available through the native plant nursery trade that you can grow in your yard. Prairie Edge will have copies of Attracting Birds to Your Garden with Native Plants and Attracting Butterflies to Your Garden with Native Plants on hand to give away to participants.
Please wear sturdy footwear and dress for the weather. The hike will take place in the event of light rain.
In the event of heavy winds, rain or lightening we will reschedule to Sunday June 9th 10 am-Noon.
Saturday, June 8th
10 am- Noon
Wildlife Food Supermarket Tour
Co-hosted by Wild Ones Prairie Edge and Writers Rising Up
at
Richard T. Anderson Conservation Area
18700 Flying Cloud Drive
Eden Prairie, MN
Prairie Edge Vice President, Shelly Stanchfield, will lead us on a hike that explores the 6 distinct biomes of the park and identifies plants that support the dietary needs of local fauna. Minnesota is home to over 2000 known bird, fish amphibian, reptile and mammal species that rely on insects for food. A primary cause of species decline is loss of quality habitat due to destruction, degradation, and fragmentation. Shelly will be pointing out the many plants available through the native plant nursery trade that you can grow in your yard. Prairie Edge will have copies of Attracting Birds to Your Garden with Native Plants and Attracting Butterflies to Your Garden with Native Plants on hand to give away to participants.
Please wear sturdy footwear and dress for the weather. The hike will take place in the event of light rain.
In the event of heavy winds, rain or lightening we will reschedule to Sunday June 9th 10 am-Noon.
July 2023
Tour of Three Residential Properties on the South Shore of Duck Lake
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August 2023
Thursday August 3rd 6-8pm
Open House Landscape & Eco Tour
8956 Braxton Drive Eden Prairie, MN
Open House Landscape & Eco Tour
8956 Braxton Drive Eden Prairie, MN
Tour a midsummer garden with 3 rain gardens, boulevard plantings, a shoreline restoration and hedgerows. Electrify Everything Minnesota will attend to share information about switching your home and appliances from using gas to clean electricity. Electrify Everything helps residents complete home electrification projects by answering questions and connecting residents to financing, utility rebates, and high-quality contractors. The initiative is a collaboration between the cities of Eden Prairie, Edina, St. Louis Park, & Minneapolis. On site we have an air source heat pump for heating and cooling. Also Talk with Tom about all electric vehicles, especially his 2021 Ford Mustang Mach E GT.
Tuesday August 8th- 6:30pm
Tour The Preserve
The Preserve's current journey into supporting native plants and pollinators began in 2018. Built on farm land beginning in 1972, The Preserve has always honored the existing natural environment. It was just recently that our focus turned to suppression of invasive species and reducing the areas of turf grass that had been planted. The Preserve has over 175 acres of land divided between forested areas, walking paths, recreational areas, traditional gardens and native prairie plantings. Thanks to our Board of Directors and grants from Riley Purgatory Bluff Creek Watershed District, our native areas account for over 8 acres currently and they are increasing every year. BRING YOUR WALKING SHOES! The tour will include an optional 2 mile loop around Neil Lake to see the additional native plantings accomplished through the work of Wild Ones members Jan and Rick Neville.
