Building Your Own VertiFlow Vertical Garden Using Residential Waste
Vertical gardens are an innovative solution for urban gardening, but did you know you can create one using household waste? In this how-to guide, we'll show you how to build a VertiFlow vertical garden using everyday items like aluminum cans, cardboard, and wire. Not only will you be creating a beautiful garden feature, but you'll also be giving new life to items that might otherwise end up in the trash. Let's get started!
Materials:
- Aluminum cans and pet food canisters
- Cardboard, paper, or fabric
- Wire, string, or zip-ties
How To: Create Ecological Pulse CSVs from iNaturalist Observations
Creating an ecological Pulse CSV based on historical iNaturalist observations involves a process of data interpretation and collaboration to ensure accurate ecological recording. Here’s a guide on how to create such a CSV, using a recent exercise as an example.
Step 1: Historical iNaturalist Observation Begin with an iNaturalist observation. For instance, a user identified a Common Green June Beetle (Cotinis nitida) among Bald Cypress leaves (Taxodium distichum) with a specific geolocation.