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Prairie Restoration Project Update

Posted by Dennis Sanders on

As you know, with designated funds from the Paul Wahlquist memorial, Faith embarked on a project to convert some of the property west of the building into a prairie restoration area. In the summer of 2021, the work began, and some seeding took place. Due to dry conditions, the hoped-for "burn" of the area was unable to be performed prior to seeding/planting. The area is now in a time of general vegetation management provided by Prairie Restorations, Inc, in Scandia. 
 
During the first growing season, (summer of 2022) the goal is to allow the small slow-growing/native species in our planting to receive sunlight and begin to mature. During this period, aggressive weeds can start to crowd out the native plants that were seeded. This summer, two or three mowings will reduce the fast-growing/aggressive species and allow for native seed germination and growth.
 
We need to expect many weeds this season. Periodically, Prairie Restorations, Inc, will be out to mow and survey the conditions. It may look a little unkempt this year, but soon the native species growing under the weeds will begin to establish. We look forward to progress in providing a natural environment that will be a haven for pollinators and a visible sign of Faith's compassion for and commitment to our environment. Praise to our Creator God for the goodness that is and will be!