2.1.3. Biodiversity and Plant Selection

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is biodiversity?

   Hint

   Think about what diversity means in nature.

2. 2.

   Name one benefit of using native plants.

   Hint

   Consider what makes plants easier to care for.

3. 3.

   What does biodiversity refer to?

   • Variety of species in an ecosystem
   • Only plant species
   • Only animal species

   Hint

   Think of what biodiversity includes.

4. 4.

   True or False: Native plants are those that have been introduced by humans.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider the origin of these plants.

5. 5.

   If a community decides to convert a greenfield site into a new housing development, what biodiversity considerations should be made during site planning?

   Hint

   Think about what challenges greenfield sites present.

6. 6.

   Design a water-efficient garden layout for a public park that incorporates diverse native plants. What elements would you include and why?

   Hint

   Consider the types of plants that thrive together.