The St. Louis County Department of Planning and the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) recently announced the Native Commons demonstration project. Grant funds in the amount of $10,000 will be awarded to a subdivision in unincorporated St. Louis County to fund the transition of common ground to a native landscape.
Native landscaping involves using hardy, low-maintenance plants native to this area. By using native landscaping in common ground instead of traditional manicured turf, subdivision associations can reduce maintenance costs, increase on-site stormwater management, promote healthy ecosystems and create more attractive and sustainable neighborhoods. More information on native landscaping can be found in the Native Landscaping Guide.
For more information about the grant, visit the St. Louis County website.
