Lower Peninsula Park
Demonstration Garden
About the Project
The Columbia Basin Conservation District (CBCD), in partnership with the City of Moses Lake, transformed a 15,000-square-foot area of Lower Peninsula Park into a native plant demonstration garden. Designed to showcase the beauty and function of shrub-steppe and riparian vegetation, the garden replaced traditional turf with low-water-use plants that are well adapted to our region.
Example of what the Lower Peninsula Park Heritage Garden could look like when fully grown.
Photos of CBCD staff and partners constructing the Lower Peninsula Park Demonstration Garden.
Native grasses, wildflowers, and shrubs were carefully selected to conserve water, reduce runoff, and filter pollutants to help protect the health of Moses Lake. Funded by the Washington State Department of Ecology, this project serves as a lasting example of sustainable landscaping, offering inspiration for residents to incorporate native plants in their own yards while supporting pollinators, wildlife, and water quality.
Need Directions?
Visit the park at 8518 West Peninsula Drive, in Moses Lake. Use the map below to plan your visit.
Plants of the Lower Peninsula Park
Explore the beauty of native landscaping! Below is a full list of the plants featured in the park—each one chosen to thrive in our local climate and support pollinators, birds, and other wildlife.
How many of these plants can you spot on your walk?
Explore the Park Signs
Take a closer look at the interpretive signs placed throughout Lower Peninsula Park. These signs highlight native plants, Indigenous knowledge, and conservation practices that help protect our local environment. Whether you're visiting in person or exploring from home, there's always something new to learn!
What is the Heritage Garden Program?
The Heritage Garden Program is dedicated to creating water-wise landscapes and gardens in the arid portion of the Columbia River Basin of Washington State. Additionally, Heritage Gardens works to incorporate and honor the unique natural and cultural features of this area.
With our region only getting 7-11 inches of precipitation each year, planting native plants and other low-water-use plants just makes sense. It helps save water and money and can provide important habitat for wildlife.
Our staff are available to help you plan and troubleshoot your current gardens and lawns for more water-efficient and native plants. Let us help you identify and install efficient watering systems for your gardens, yards, and properties.
Interested in a Free Field Visit?
For more information or to apply contact:
Dinah Rouleau, CBCD Program Manager
dinah-rouleau@columbiabasincd.org
(509) 765-9618
Special Thanks to Our Project Partners
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Tapteal Native Plants, BFI, Derby Canyon, Basin Bark, Tommer Construction, Evans Contracting, Jon Morrical, Grant-Adams WSU Master Gardeners, Basin Excavation, & Green Renovations.
Without them this project would not be possible.