| Sustainability in Urban Ecosystems |
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September 11, 2019 |
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Presents strategies for achieving a sustainable landscape (one where plants are well suited to existing light, moisture and soil conditions, and require low inputs of labor, fertilizers and pesticides to grow). A sustainable landscape preserves and protects nature's balance, while providing aesthetic pleasure. Discusses care of turf and trees, composting, integrated pest management and alternative strategies for urban environments. Four tables and 3 color photos. For home gardeners, landscape managers, landscape architects and designers, business owners, nursery and garden center personnel, extension educators, Master Gardeners and garden clubs.
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| Author: |
Vera Krischik, Kathryn J. Bevacqua |
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| Length in pages or time: |
7 pages |
| Fee?: |
1 |
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| Order information or contact: |
MES Distr Ctr (order@dc.extension.umn.edu, fax 612/625-6281). Credit cards: 800/876-8636, 612/624-4900. |
| Link: |
http://www.extension.umn.edu |
| MAEE Partner |
University of Minnesota Extension
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Sustainability in Urban Ecosystems
Posted: September 11, 2019 by MAEE Administration
Category: University of Minnesota Extension
Presents strategies for achieving a sustainable landscape (one where plants are well suited to existing light, moisture and soil conditions, and require low inputs of labor, fertilizers and pesticides to grow). A sustainable landscape preserves and protects nature's balance, while providing aesthetic pleasure. Discusses care of turf and trees, composting, integrated pest management and alternative strategies for urban environments. Four tables and 3 color photos. For home gardeners, landscape managers, landscape architects and designers, business owners, nursery and garden center personnel, extension educators, Master Gardeners and garden clubs.