Our new front yard, part 5: Constructing a meadow community
...al layer: In a grassland, this includes tall grasses and species with tall flowers which will poke up above the rest, preferably too, these flowers will form interesting dried seed heads or pods for continuing visual interest. Think milkweed, for instance. These should make up 10- 15% of your community. The seasonal theme layer: These are plants chosen to add seasonal interest either through bloom or texture. So for instance you might choose certa...
