ashoka_akira t1_j6xb9ym wrote
Reply to comment by SassiesSoiledPanties in Trees could reduce mortality from urban heat waves by a third by YoanB
The problem with a plant like that is the line between helpful plant and invasive species would be very thin depending on where it landed. in my part of the world we have issues with palm trees choking out native species because they grow so fast.
There almost needs to be a different plant solution for each different geographical area using plants that are indigenous to the area
SassiesSoiledPanties t1_j6xizpp wrote
Yes! Palm trees, my sworn enemies...not really but I don't really like that people plant palm trees to the detriment of trees with big fronds just because they like the way they look. Its not just planting trees, the trees need to block sunlight to the ground around it. This should prevent the creation of heat islands (areas of ground that reach high temperatures and thus prevent cold air from coming down there because hot air rises).
I agree, a solution integrating native trees to the area is the way.
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