Biophilic Gardens in Suburbia: A Visual Representation of Biophilia in Society

Biophilic Gardens in Suburbia: A Visual Representation of Biophilia in Society

Faculty Mentor

Patrick Hurley

Course

ENV-332 Urbanization and the Environment

Files

Link to Full Text

Link to Story Map

Description

This Story Map discusses various ways to implement biophilia in suburban environments, including biophilic buildings, pollination yards and pedestrian-friendly neighborhoods. It also provides a biophilic garden design layout that explains the ecosystem benefits of the native species planted.

Publication Date

Spring 2022

Keywords

biophilic buildings, native plants, lawns, stewardship, garden design, Ursinus Food Forest

Disciplines

Environmental Studies | Food Security | Nature and Society Relations | Urban Studies and Planning

Comments

Information for the creation of the Story Map came from readings from Douglas Tallamy, Craig E. Colton, Adam Rome, Witold Rybczynski, and Timothy Beatley. Images for the Story Map came from independent sources.

Biophilic Gardens in Suburbia: A Visual Representation of Biophilia in Society

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