| Overall Rating | Silver - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 55.01 |
| Liaison | Katie Koscielak |
| Submission Date | May 8, 2013 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
Cal Poly Humboldt
OP-T2-47: Xeriscaping
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
|
0.25 / 0.25 |
Mark
Baker Director of Plant Operations Facility Management |
Does the institution use xeriscape landscaping techniques, including the selection of drought tolerant plants?:
A brief description of the program or practice:
HSU uses a wide selection of native and non-native drought tolerant species when designing new landscapes. The University has recently adopted an appreciable planting pallette list that shall be used for all subsequent landscape improvements on campus grounds.
The website URL where information about the program or practice is available:
Data source(s) and notes about the submission:
The Humboldt Bay area typically receives 40+ inches of rainfall per year, so typical motivations for employing xeriscaping is not a primary concern driving landscaping decisions. Microsite planting considerations and botanical diversity are some influencing considerations.
The Humboldt Bay area typically receives 40+ inches of rainfall per year, so typical motivations for employing xeriscaping is not a primary concern driving landscaping decisions. Microsite planting considerations and botanical diversity are some influencing considerations.
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