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Pocket Park

By JJweichan0822 | L Pocket Park Design | 2015 National High School Architecture Competition
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04/27/15
The desert willow provides aesthetic look to the park. The climate makes it hard to grow many flowers, so its orchid flower shape surrounding the entrance of the park makes it more inviting. Desert willows offer more color and fragrance than cacti. This plant attracts birds and butterflies making the park more lively. The desert willow has the ability to withstand drought conditions which make them ideal for arid conditions and saving water.

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Comments

Excellent choice of tree selections. Las Vegas's weather makes it difficult for plants to survive long enough. However, some trees can be effective in desert and dry areas.

By Elsword, Student at 09:53 am, 21 May 2015

I think the Desert Willow is a wonderful idea for a park. It's color will be more inviting to people and it can withstand the Vegas heat.

By Linkygal, Student at 11:46 am, 21 May 2015