Winter 2008 - John R. Rodman Arboretum Reclamation Project

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The John R, Rodman Arboretum Reclamation project engages the Pitzer College community to integrate our living and learning environments, supporting the College’s mission to emphasize intercultural understanding and environmental sensitivity.

This project focuses on achieving Pitzer College’s commitment to a more sustainable campus. It was initiated by students last year, and is being implemented by students in the Eco-Logical Landscaping course taught by Professor Paul Faulstich. The lawn, with its high water demands, is being replaced by drought tolerant plantings arranged to showcase California’s native habitats and plant communities. Six “Plant-Community” Gardens, linked with meandering paths, will be featured representing desert, sage scrub, chaparral, riparian, grassland, and oak woodland environments. Integrated seating areas and classroom break out spaces will provide opportunities to take typically indoor activities out into the landscape.

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