Roadside Use Of Native Plants

Author : Bonnie Harper-Lore,Maggie Wilson
Publisher : Island Press
Page : 726 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2000-09
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 1610913841

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Roadside Use of Native Plants by Bonnie Harper-Lore,Maggie Wilson Pdf

Originally published by the U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), Office of Natural Environment to promote the planting and care of native plants along highway rights-of-way, this unique handbook provides managers of roadsides and adjacent lands with the information and background they need to make site-specific decisions about what kinds of native plants to use, and addresses basic techniques and misconceptions about using native plants. It brings together in a single volume a vast array of detailed information that has, until now, been scattered and difficult to find.The book opens with eighteen short essays on principles of ecological restoration and management from leading experts in the field including Reed F. Noss, J. Baird Callicott, Peggy Olwell, and Evelyn Howell. Following that is the heart of the book, more than 500 pages of comprehensive state-by-state listings that offer: a color map for each state with natural vegetations zones clearly marked comprehensive lists of native plants, broken down by type of plant (grasses, forbs, trees, etc.) and including both scientific and common names, with each list having been verified for completeness and accuracy by the state's natural heritage program contact names, addresses, and phone numbers for obtaining current information on invasive and noxious species to be avoided resources for more information, including contact names and addresses for local experts in each state The appendix adds definitions, bibliography, and policy citations to clarify any debates about the purpose and the direction of the use of native plants on roadsides.Roadside Use of Native Plants is a one-of-a-kind reference whose utility extends far beyond the roadside, offering a toolbox for a new aesthetic that can be applied to all kinds of public and private land. It can help lead the way to a cost-effective ecological approach to managing human-designed landscapes, and is an essential book for anyone interested in establishing or restoring native vegetation.

Author : Bonnie L. Harper-Lore,Maggie WILSON
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 665 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:876124430

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Roadside Use of Native Plants by Bonnie L. Harper-Lore,Maggie WILSON Pdf

Author : David E. Steinfeld
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 428 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Endemic plants
ISBN : MINN:31951D02837683K

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Roadside Revegetation by David E. Steinfeld Pdf

Native plants are a foundation of ecological function, affecting soil conservation, wildlife habitat, plant communities, invasive species, and water quality. Establishing locally-adapted, self-sustaining plant communities can also support transportation goals for safety and efficiency. Past obstacles to establishing native plant communities on roadsides have been technical, informational, and organizational. Effective strategies and practical techniques for revegetating the disturbed conditions with limited resources must be made available to practitioners. Multiple disciplines, ranging from engineering to soil science, ecology, botany, and wildlife science, must be able to work cooperatively, not in isolation. This report offers an integrated approach to facilitate the successful establishment of native plants along roadsides and other areas of disturbance associated with road modifications. It guides readers through a comprehensive process of: 1) initiating, 2) planning, 3) implementing, and 4) monitoring a roadside revegetating project with native plants.

Author : Nancy Lawson
Publisher : Chronicle Books
Page : 226 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2017-04-18
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 9781616896171

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The Humane Gardener by Nancy Lawson Pdf

In this eloquent plea for compassion and respect for all species, journalist and gardener Nancy Lawson describes why and how to welcome wildlife to our backyards. Through engaging anecdotes and inspired advice, profiles of home gardeners throughout the country, and interviews with scientists and horticulturalists, Lawson applies the broader lessons of ecology to our own outdoor spaces. Detailed chapters address planting for wildlife by choosing native species; providing habitats that shelter baby animals, as well as birds, bees, and butterflies; creating safe zones in the garden; cohabiting with creatures often regarded as pests; letting nature be your garden designer; and encouraging natural processes and evolution in the garden. The Humane Gardener fills a unique niche in describing simple principles for both attracting wildlife and peacefully resolving conflicts with all the creatures that share our world.

Author : Rodney van der Ree,Daniel J. Smith,Clara Grilo
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 562 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2015-06-15
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781118568187

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Handbook of Road Ecology by Rodney van der Ree,Daniel J. Smith,Clara Grilo Pdf

Winner of the IENE Project Award 2016. This authoritative volume brings together some of the world’s leading researchers, academics, practitioners and transportation agency personnel to present the current status of the ecological sustainability of the linear infrastructure – primarily road, rail and utility easements – that dissect and fragment landscapes globally. It outlines the potential impacts, demonstrates how this infrastructure is being improved, and how broad ecological principles are applied to mitigate the impact of road networks on wildlife. Research and monitoring is an important aspect of road ecology, encompassing all phases of a transportation project. This book covers research and monitoring to span the entire project continuum – starting with planning and design, through construction and into maintenance and management. It focuses on impacts and solutions for species groups and specific regions, with particular emphasis on the unique challenges facing Asia, South America and Africa. Other key features: Contributions from authors originating from over 25 countries, including from all continents Each chapter summarizes important lessons, and includes lists of further reading and thoroughly up to date references Highlights principles that address key points relevant to all phases in all road projects Explains best-practices based on a number of successful international case studies Chapters are "stand-alone", but they also build upon and complement each other; extensive cross-referencing directs the reader to relevant material elsewhere in the book Handbook of Road Ecology offers a comprehensive summary of approximately 30 years of global efforts to quantify the impacts of roads and traffic and implement effective mitigation. As such, it is essential reading for those involved in the planning, design, assessment and construction of new roads; the management and maintenance of existing roads; and the modifying or retrofitting of existing roads and problem locations. This handbook is an accessible resource for both developed and developing countries, including government transportation agencies, Government environmental/conservation agencies, NGOs, and road funding and donor organisations.

Author : Robert L. Berger,National Cooperative Highway Research Program
Publisher : Transportation Research Board
Page : 89 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Roadside improvement
ISBN : 9780309070225

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Integrated Roadside Vegetation Management by Robert L. Berger,National Cooperative Highway Research Program Pdf

TRB's National Cooperative Highway Research Program (NCHRP) Synthesis 341: Integrated Roadside Vegetation Management examines the incorporation of integrated roadside vegetation management decision-making processes into highway project planning, design, construction, and maintenance. The report also documents existing roadside vegetation management research and practice.

Author : Thomas J. Belzer
Publisher : Mountain Press Publishing Company
Page : 168 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 1984
Category : Nature
ISBN : UOM:39015019642126

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Roadside Plants of Southern California by Thomas J. Belzer Pdf

"Belzer devised this guide for the person who enjoys the outdoors and wishes to know more about the native plants of Southern California but may not have much botanical training. It serves that purpose nicely. Belzer's striking color photos and concise pl

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 23 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Revegetation
ISBN : OCLC:1037434823

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A Manager's Guide to Roadside Revegetation Using Native Plants by Anonim Pdf

Author : National Research Council,Transportation Research Board,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Board on Environmental Studies and Toxicology,Committee on Ecological Impacts of Road Density
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 324 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2005-12-22
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 0309164834

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Assessing and Managing the Ecological Impacts of Paved Roads by National Research Council,Transportation Research Board,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Board on Environmental Studies and Toxicology,Committee on Ecological Impacts of Road Density Pdf

All phases of road developmentâ€"from construction and use by vehicles to maintenanceâ€"affect physical and chemical soil conditions, water flow, and air and water quality, as well as plants and animals. Roads and traffic can alter wildlife habitat, cause vehicle-related mortality, impede animal migration, and disperse nonnative pest species of plants and animals. Integrating environmental considerations into all phases of transportation is an important, evolving process. The increasing awareness of environmental issues has made road development more complex and controversial. Over the past two decades, the Federal Highway Administration and state transportation agencies have increasingly recognized the importance of the effects of transportation on the natural environment. This report provides guidance on ways to reconcile the different goals of road development and environmental conservation. It identifies the ecological effects of roads that can be evaluated in the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of roads and offers several recommendations to help better understand and manage ecological impacts of paved roads.

Author : Marie Venner,National Cooperative Highway Research Program
Publisher : Transportation Research Board
Page : 126 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Invasive plants
ISBN : 9780309097741

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Control of Invasive Species by Marie Venner,National Cooperative Highway Research Program Pdf

TRB's National Cooperative Highway Research Program (NCHRP) Synthesis 363: Control of Invasive Species explores the extent to which state departments of transportation are identifying actions that affect the spread of invasive species, preventing introduction, tracking status and locations of "invasives" in a timely and ongoing manner, controlling found populations, restoring invaded habitats, conducting research, and sharing lessons learned. The report documents successful practices and lessons learned. It also synthesizes the state of the practice in developing Integrated (Roadside) Vegetation Management, along with physical, chemical, biological, and cultural control mechanisms.

Author : Marian S. Edsall
Publisher : Univ of Wisconsin Press
Page : 164 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 1985
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0299097048

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Roadside Plants and Flowers by Marian S. Edsall Pdf

A quick and easy guide to more than one hundred roadside plants and flowers. Color photographs help both novice and expert in identifying plants quickly, while Edsall's notes provide detailed descriptions of each plant.

Author : William Cullina
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Page : 284 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 0618531181

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Native Ferns, Moss & Grasses by William Cullina Pdf

What makes a true garden out of a collection of flowering plants are the ferns, mosses, and grasses that are the verdant canvas on which nature paints its portraits. With this new volume, award-winning author Cullina completes the set of stunning books on native North American plants for the garden, 320 pp.

Author : Md. Nayeemul Karim
Publisher : National Library of Canada = Bibliothèque nationale du Canada
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Botany
ISBN : 0612922464

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Roadside Floristic Patterns and Revegetation by Using Native Plants in Terra Nova National Park, Newfoundland, Canada [microform] by Md. Nayeemul Karim Pdf

Author : New England Wild Flower Society
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 232 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2018-03-01
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 9781493029266

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Native Plants for New England Gardens by New England Wild Flower Society Pdf

Native plants are drought tolerant, disease resistant, wildlife friendly, and environmentally sound. Experts increasingly encourage gardeners to use natives exclusively. This handy and practical guide focuses on 100 great native flowers, ground covers, shrubs, ferns, and grasses that will thrive in New England gardens. The presentation is aimed at gardeners, who want concise, practical information. It will also include material on the importance and desirability of using native plants. The heart of this book is 100 two-page spreads, one for each species. The spreads will include facts about the plant of use to a gardener (not a botanist)—where it grows best, when it blooms, the soil conditions in which it thrives, its appeal to wildlife, sunlight requirements, how high it grows, how to propagate it, and how to avoid any problems particular to the species. Each spread will also feature two color photos.

Author : Shawn D. Askew
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2023
Category : Plant conservation
ISBN : OCLC:1379801721

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Promoting Native Roadside Plant Communities and Ensuring Successful Vegetation Establishment Practices by Shawn D. Askew Pdf

The loss of vegetation from roadside activities can lead to erosion and an increased sediment load in stormwater ponds. Current VDOT procedures regarding approved seed blends and establishment practices have led to inconsistent vegetation establishment and greatly rely on introduced species. Growing concerns regarding the threat of introduced, invasive species have increased the promotion of native plants in landscapes. One example is VDOT’s participation in the Candidate Conservation Agreement for monarchs fostering a desire to better understand factors that may improve milkweed abundance. Native seed blends, however, have failed to produce soil stabilization or long-term establishment in the past, presumably because of erroneous species selection, seed dormancy, and competitive displacement by weedy vegetation. This study was conducted to (1) identify and document potential procedural improvements for successful roadside vegetation establishment in Virginia; (2) propose candidate native plants for VDOT see blend consideration based on a statewide plant community assessment on Virginia roadsides; and (3) summarize the literature on availability, cost, and establishment success of candidate native species. A review of VDOT’s vegetation establishment practices indicates that procedural inconsistencies related to the development of Roadside Development Sheets and recent restrictions on fertilizer application may be contributing to vegetation establishment failures. A statewide plant community assessment evaluated 490 sites and identified 616 unique plant species among the 67,330 plants surveyed. The Shannon Diversity Index was calculated for 2,450 10-m transects, indicating that plant biodiversity was higher on low-maintenance distal backslopes compared with high-maintenance road edges, shoulders, and ditches. Plant biodiversity was also higher on secondary roads than on primary roads. The unique introduced species encountered were relatively stable across Virginia’s seven ecoregions, but unique native species were more ecosystem dependent. Unique native species increased from 114 species on the road edge and shoulder to 281 species on the distal backslope. The likelihood of encountering a native plant increases from 1 in 4 on the road edge to 1 in 2 on the distal backslope. Among the native plants that were most frequently encountered, seeds were often unavailable or price prohibitive. Andropogon virginicus, Tridens flavus, Dichanthelium clandestinum, Tripsacum dactyloides, and Sorghastrum nutans have desirable attributes as native roadside grasses and are among the top 20 most commonly encountered native grasses on Virginia roadsides. The average cost of the seed for these grasses was 5 dollars 9 per pound compared with 2 .40 dollars per pound for tall fescue. Among grasses that are currently not commercially available, Setaria parviflora, Eragrostis pectinacean, Dichanthelium laxiflorum, and Panicum anceps are among the top 10 most commonly encountered native grasses and have characteristics that would be desirable for roadside vegetation. At least one milkweed species was observed at 37 out of 490 sites statewide (7.6%). The report recommends that VDOT explore opportunities to improve understanding of procedural policy and to implement procedural improvements, including revisions to the roadside development sheet. Additional opportunities for research include testing native plants for establishment and long term dominance.