Conservation Landscaping Guidelines: The Eight Essential Elements of Conservation Lansdcaping - Softcover

Landscaping Council, Chesapeake Conservation

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1493624970 ISBN 13: 9781493624973

Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, 2013

Synopsis

This booklet provides essential guidelines for creating and maintaining beautiful and healthy landscapes in the Chesapeake Bay region. Chapters cover design, plant choices, invasive plant management, wildlife habitat, clean air, water conservation, healthy soils, and maintenance practices that reduce energy, herbicide, and pesticide use. Each chapter provides an introduction, a How To, and a Learn More section along with extensive references. The 8 Elements of a Conservation Landscape were researched and written by experts in the region. This is an essential resource for landscaping professionals, master gardeners, and homeowners.

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About the Author

The Chesapeake Conservation Landscaping Council is a coalition of individuals and organizations dedicated to researching, promoting, and educating the public about conservation-based landscaping practices to benefit the Chesapeake Bay watershed. The Council is committed to implementing best practices that result in a healthier and more beautiful environment that benefits residents and the region's biodiversity. CCLC was formed in 2003 and became an independent, not-for-profit 501c3 organization in 2009. For more information, visit www.ChesapeakeLandscape.org

Edition details

• Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
• Publication date: 2013
• ISBN 10: 1493624970
• ISBN 13: 9781493624973
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 40