River-Friendly Landscaping is . . . |
A whole systems approach to the design, construction and maintenance of the landscape to
support the integrity of one of California’s key ecosystems, the Sacramento River
watershed.
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BASIC PRINCIPLES OF NATURAL SYSTEMS
1 Natural systems are inherently beautiful.
2 Nothing goes to waste.
3 Inputs are limited and are primarily defined by the
natural
resources on site.
4 The more diverse they are, the more stable they are. |
A well-designed and maintained River-Friendly
landscape can cost less to maintain in the long
run by consuming fewer resources. For public
spaces, River-Friendly landscapes embody
community values for health, wildlife and the
environment.
The River-Friendly landscape professional can create and maintain healthy,
beautiful and vibrant landscapes by:
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7 PRINCIPLES OF RIVER-FRIENDLY LANDSCAPING |
Landscape Locally
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Landscaping in harmony with the
natural conditions of the Sacramento
River watershed. |
Landscape for Less to the Landfill
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Reducing waste and recycling
materials. |
Nurture the Soil
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Nurturing healthy soils while
reducing fertilizer use. |
Conserve Water
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Create drought resistant soils with compost and mulch. |
Conserve Energy
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Plant and protect shade trees; specify local products and suppliers |
Protect Water & Air Quality
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Reducing stormwater runoff; using integrated pest management to minimize chemical use. |
Create & Protect Wildlife Habitat |
Creating wildlife habitat. |
| These excerpts are taken from the River-Friendly Guidelines -
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http://www.riverfriendly.org |
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