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Plant selection is an organized process that
examines several factors: function, aesthetics, site adaptability and
management. |
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Function |
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Shade |
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Screening |
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Streetscape |
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Park |
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Shopping District |
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Aesthetics
Curb Appeal |
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Form – Habit |
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Ornamental Traits |
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Size |
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The success or failure of a landscape is often
judged on the visual quality of the plants. |
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Site adaptability is the relationship between
the environmental and soil conditions on the property and/or the designated
planting area and the needs of the plant. |
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Site Adaptability Environmental Influences |
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Hardiness |
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Geographic range |
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Soils |
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Rainfall |
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Temperature Extremes |
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Exposure – Light, Shade, Wind |
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Pollution – Air, Salt |
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We must be realistic in determining the level of
maintenance that we are willing to administer and adjust our plant
selection accordingly. |
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Management |
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Required Maintenance |
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Pruning |
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Fertilization |
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Irrigation |
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Pest Management |
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Key Strategies for the Future: |
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Right Plant/Right Place |
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Develop a Diverse Plant Community |
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Sustained Health of Our Landscapes |
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Notes
