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partners providing a framework for an ecologically
restorative, socially just, and reliably prosperous
society, they are adaptable to local ecosystems and
cultures, yet universal in their applicability
Drought-Tolerant Plants for North
Carolina - Choosing plants is one of the most
important parts of a landscape project. The plants
should be compatible with the landscape design and
well suited to the environment, which includes the
soils and light exposure. For a wise-water-use
landscape, also known as a xeriscape, the water
needs of plants are also important.
Trees are Good- This
organization is a resource for protecting trees
during construction and finding arborists to help
you do so.
US Forest Service Urban & Community
Forestry-A great resource for information on
urban foresatry and smart growth.
Drovers Road Preserve - A local
example of a housing development with sustainable
site planning in Buncombe County, NC
Invasive Plant Species to Avoid
- NC Native Plant Society's species list for exotic
invasive plants to avoid in landscaping
Jetson Green Landscaping -
Interesting 'green blog' with eleven suggestions
for green landscaping
National Wildlife Foundation's Garden for
Wildlife Habitat Program - Create a beautiful
NWF certified Wildlife Habitat backyard/garden that
attracts wildlife while replacing grass and
reducing chemicals.
Native Drought Resistant Plant
Species - NC Native Plant Society's species
list for native drought resistant landscaping
Nurseries Selling Native Trees
- NC DENR Dvision of Forest Resource's databse of
nurseries selling native trees for planting
projects
Sustainable Site Design - The
National Parks Service Guiding Principles of
Sustainable Design (Chapter 5 Site Design)
Permeable Pavements -Research
links for permeable paving
Permeable Pavement Options-
This overview article from Mother Earth News
includes approximate costs.
The Smart Communities Network -
Offers great resources, tools, links to articles,
publications, and community success stories on a
variety of topics such as Community Energy, Green
Development, and Sustainable Business
