SEEDING CHANGE

Presenting a new logo concept for the Eastern Washington University Seed Increase Garden, a vital component of the EWU Prairie Restoration Project. This initiative is addressing the scarcity of native seeds, currently a work in progress within the restoration project.

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The primary objective is to cultivate a diverse collection of native seeds for ecological restoration, with an emphasis on countering challenges such as fire damage. This project has garnered support from the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) due to past restoration failures attributed to a lack of adequate native seeds and the use of non-native plants.

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Why does it matter? The Palouse Prairie, once a magnificent landscape, is now nearly extinct. The garden, spread across a 120-acre university-owned parcel, aims to create a "living laboratory" while collaborating with local tribes for learning and connection.

 

Key design considerations include restoration, seed, crisis, native, preservation, legacy, and biodiversity. The process involves a meticulous blend of sketching and research. As highlighted in the project note, "A single seed is all it takes to make a new plant, but that new plant can produce hundreds of flowers over its life." The focus is on generating positive, long-lasting community impact through a major sustainability initiative.