Frequently Asked Questions

Conservation landscaping is an approach that uses native plants and natural systems to create landscapes that are both beautiful and functional. Instead of traditional turf and ornamental plantings, these landscapes improve soil health, support wildlife, reduce maintenance, and manage stormwater more effectively.

Traditional lawns often have compacted soil and poor water infiltration, leading to runoff and ongoing maintenance. Native meadows and plantings:

• Improve water absorption and reduce runoff
• Filter pollutants
• Support pollinators and wildlife
• Reduce mowing and maintenance

Over time, they create a more resilient, low-maintenance landscape.

Not if done properly. When professionally designed, native landscapes are intentional, structured, and visually appealing. They offer seasonal color and texture while still maintaining a clean, well-managed appearance.

A riparian buffer is a vegetated area along streams that:

• Reduces erosion
• Filters pollutants
• Improves water quality
• Provides wildlife habitat

It’s one of the most effective ways to protect waterways and surrounding ecosystems.

Native plants and systems like rain gardens and bioswales provide a long-term solution compared to traditional drainage methods.

They:

• Increase water infiltration
• Reduce flooding and erosion
• Filter runoff naturally