Pacific Community Park is located at
1515 NE 164th Street in
Vancouver, WA. The Park is a 56-acre recreational area that includes an off-leash dog park, extreme sports park, walking trails, and now is home to a Naturally Beautiful Backyards demo site. The demonstration gardens are meant to show homeowners 8 different ways to practice more earth-friendly techniques at home. Natural Gardening is a way to reduce the use of synthetic chemicals in order to increase beneficial organism activity, enhance habitat and wildlife areas, and contribute to the overall health of the community.
There are beautiful backyard examples that fit any yard size or preference.
Edibles and Herbs: Naturally growing your own food allows you to eliminate harmful pesticides, as well as enjoy fresh produce in season. This can also help you save money on grocery bills and grow unusual varieties that may not be available in stores!
Wildlife Gardening: By creating a garden that attracts stunning wildlife, you will also be helping to restore habitat in commercial and residential areas.
Beneficial Insects and Compost: Attracting beneficial insects to your yard will help naturally combat pests and encourage the pollination of plants. Compost is a great way to organically fertilize your plants and decrease weeds.
Native Plants: Gardening with native plants helps to lower water bills and time commitments, as well as provide erosion and flooding control.
Dog Friendly: Filling your yard with hearty plants that are also non-toxic to dogs means lower maintenance for you, and safer for your pet.
Lawn Alternatives: Decking, ornamental grasses, and various rocks are low maintenance choices that are practical and still aesthetically appealing.
Xeriscaping: This self-sustaining yard option stays attractive year around and does not require supplemental irrigation.
Rain Garden and Vegetated Bioswale: Reducing pollution, attracting wildlife, easing flooding, and helping to restore the aquifer are just some of the benefits from this eye-catching garden.
