Location Jackson Woods Park, Long Branch, NJ
Status Completed
Volunteers 5-7 dedicated community members
Plant Types 7+ Native Species

Project Overview

Our flagship carbon sink garden at Jackson Woods Park features a carefully selected array of native plants known for their exceptional carbon sequestration capabilities. This garden serves as both an environmental asset and educational resource for the Long Branch community.

The diverse plant selection supports local pollinators while maximizing carbon absorption. Interpretive signage explains how each species contributes to carbon capture and climate resilience. This project demonstrates how public parks can be enhanced to combat climate change while preserving natural beauty.

Native species planted include Seaside Goldenrod, Milkweed, Eastern Bluestar, Bottlebrush Grass, Buttonbush, Little Bluestem, and Culver's Root - all selected for their carbon sequestration abilities and adaptability to the local ecosystem.

Long Branch Jackson Woods Park Carbon Garden volunteers
Jackson Woods Park before carbon garden installation

Before

Jackson Woods Park after carbon garden installation

After

Project Gallery

Our dedicated volunteers worked together to transform this area of Jackson Woods Park into a thriving carbon sink garden that will benefit the community and environment for years to come.

Environmental Impact

This garden is estimated to sequester approximately 7.34 pounds of carbon annually while providing habitat for local wildlife and serving as a living laboratory for environmental education.

The native plants in this garden were specifically selected for their carbon sequestration capabilities, with Little Bluestem and Culver's Root being particularly effective carbon absorbers.

149
Native Plants
7.34
Pounds of CO₂ Absorbed Annually
8
Different Native Species
Carbon sequestration data for Jackson Woods Park garden

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