Community Education on Environment and Development
Plant
right for your site - Details
Get
to Know Your Yard
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Where is it sunny and shady?
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Where is the soil sandy or clayey?
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Are there pockets of dry or soggy soil?
Choose the Right Plant for the Right Place
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Place large-growing plants away from
your house to avoid constant pruning.
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Select native or Northwest-adapted plants
that grow well in our climate.
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Choose plants that resist pests and
use less water.
Group plants by their sun/shade, soil and water needs.
Give
Plants a Good Start
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Mix some compost into planting beds.
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Spread out roots.
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Add water.
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Tamp soil down for good root contact.
What About Lawns and Vegetable Gardens?
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Lawns and vegetable gardens need irrigation,
several hours of full sun and level well-drained soil.
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Limit lawn areas to locations where
you need them.