The Lehigh County Conservation District’s Ecologist and Watershed Specialist are thrilled to announce the successful planting of more than 1,200 native perennial landscape plugs on public land — a major step in transforming a wet site into a thriving wet meadow habitat.
The planting site, formerly a tennis court damaged beyond repair due to ponding stormwater, will now support seasonal beauty, biodiversity, and stormwater management. The selected plant species were carefully chosen for their ability to thrive in challenging conditions, including clay-heavy soils and areas with inconsistent moisture — locations where vegetation is often difficult to establish.
This project is a shining example of how thoughtful ecological restoration can reclaim underutilized land, creating meaningful habitat for wildlife and pollinators while enhancing the natural resilience of our local landscapes.
Special thanks to the County of Lehigh Parks Department and the Penn State Master Watershed Stewards — Allison, Ferdi, Glynis, and Shannon — for their hard work and support in making this transformation possible.
