Plant Yourself at Easton Park
When we began developing the land that would become Easton Park, the area was largely dry, over-grazed pastureland and farmland. Our land team has worked hard to restore this area to its natural Blackland Prairie habitat, planting grasses and other native plants that prevent soil erosion, hold water in the soil, and attract pollinators and wildlife.
No mow problems
We’ve designated certain areas of the neighborhood as no-mow zones, where the replanted native grasses can grow wild and free. By creating these designated no-mow zones, we are:
• Increasing habitats for birds, bees & wildlife
• Saving energy and reducing CO2 emissions from mowers & equipment
• Encouraging native plant growth
• Preventing soil erosion
Getting shady
Did you know we’ve planted more than 2,000 saplings to restore the native tree canopy here in Easton Park? Over the next 20-30 years, these tiny saplings will grow into a dense forest that will provide habitats for native birds and wildlife, plus provide more shade for the neighborhood. Look for these native trees around the neighborhood:
- Black Willow
- Bald Cypress
- Shumard Oak
- Eastern Redbud
- Texas Mountain Laurel
Up a creek
As part of our neighborhood development, we’ve also helped to re-develop the creekside (the land guys call them riparian zones) along Cottonmouth Creek. We removed invasive plants and added back native vegetation and trees. These plants not only serve as a natural water filter, but also prevent erosion, help the tree canopy, slow down flood waters, and provide a habitat for wildlife. As a common sense warning, please be watchful in these areas — the creekside can be home to snakes, otters, and other native creatures. Please stay on the trails and DO NOT approach wildlife. DO NOT LET DOGS RUN FREE AROUND CREEKS AND PONDS. Please keep pets on leashes at all times. Residents, if you have any questions or concerns or see anything that worries you, don’t hesitate to file an HOA ticket so they can see if it’s a matter that needs their attention.
Oh, one little sticky situation
If you live anywhere in Central Texas, there’s a good chance you’re going to have to deal with sticker burrs. We worked with our partners at Urban Dirt to come up with a treatment plan to get rid of these weeds in Easton Bark, our dog park. The grass will likely require ongoing treatments, but hopefully, this is the first step in solving this sticky problem!
Want to live in a neighborhood where you can enjoy seeing beautiful landscaping and local wildlife on your daily walks? Come find your dream home here in Easton Park.
