Attachment_G_-_Landfill_Prairie_Seed_Mixture.pdf

This is a seed mixture specification document for the Dane County Department of Waste & Renewables' closed Verona Landfill infrastructure and solar array installation project in Wisconsin. The document specifies a native pollinator-friendly seed mixture for landfill prairie restoration, detailing 19 plant species with their scientific names and percentage composition in the seed blend. The mixture totals 8.00 pounds of Pure Live Seed (PLS) per acre and includes dominant species such as Little Bluestem (20.00%), Black-eyed Susan (20.50%), Switch Grass (13.00%), and Sideoats Grama (12.00%), alongside complementary forbs and wildflowers including Purple Prairie Clover, Yellow Coneflower, and various aster species. The specification is designed to support pollinator habitat while supporting the county's renewable energy and greenhouse gas reduction objectives on the 50-acre landfill site.

The seed mixture supports the broader project goals of sustainable land management at the closed landfill, which is being repurposed for a 3.0 MW solar array installation while maintaining environmental integrity and ecological benefits. The native plant palette ensures that the landfill restoration incorporates biodiversity enhancement and pollinator support, complementing the solar infrastructure development. This specification reflects best practices for brownfield remediation and sustainable site design, aligning with Dane County's commitment to carbon neutrality by 2050 and supporting ecosystem services on previously degraded land.