Question #0
A beachside community wants to prevent erosion with plants whose roots dig deep into the sand and soil. Which two plants would help this community?
Question #1
Park visitors in the Southwestern desert want to cool off in the shade beneath trees that are well adapted to the arid climate. Which two plants would help this community?
Question #2
Wetland restoration is underway to replace habitat and food sources for waterfowl, like ducks. Which two plants would help this community?
Question #3
Neighbors are building a rain garden – a garden filled with bushes and grasses to slow stormwater runoff and filters waterborne pollutants. Which two plants would help this community?
Question #4
Your class wants to learn about the plant cycle in the classroom. They’re looking for seeds that grow quickly and easily. Which two plants could they choose?
Question #5
Plans are underway to restore tropical rain forest that was cut down to make room for pastureland. Which two plants would help this community?
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Beachgrass
Thrives in sandy soil
Cattail
Tall, reedy grass that grows well by water
Ceiba trees
Grow very tall, with large, spreading canopies
Emory oak tree
Thrives in dry parts of the United States
Fountain grass
Ornamental grass that grows in a fountain-like formation
Marigold
Easy to grow and thrives under a wide variety of conditions
Pond weed
Grows in water
Radishes
Can germinate within four days of planting
Silverleaf oak tree
Is tall and can tolerate extreme heat
Southern bayberry bush
Root system minimizes soil erosion
Summersweet bush
A woody shrub that grows well in gardens
Tree ferns
Native to tropical and subtropical regions
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