Conservation Landscaping: a method of landscaping that encourages coexistence between people and nature, paying careful attention to the natural environment- the climate, soil, wildlife, underlying geology, and surrounding vegetation.
Not sure what to plant where or what’s right for your site? Below you’ll find some wonderful planting tools and guidelines created by the Mason Conservation District Staff.
Naturescaping Tools
Native Plants by Height Conservation Landscaping Plan Creation
Naturescaping Examples
Sunny Dry Sites Shady Moist Sites
Marine Shoreline Sites Creek/River Bank Sites
Looking for site specific tips and suggestions?
Mara Healy
Habitat Specialist
mhealy@thurstoncd.com