Overall Rating Gold - expired
Overall Score 65.71
Liaison Bridget Flynn
Submission Date Feb. 15, 2012
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Oberlin College
Tier2-1: Native Plants

Status Score Responsible Party
Complete 0.25 / 0.25 Colin Koffel
Environmental Sustainability Fellow
Office of Environmental Sustainability
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Does the institution prioritize the use of native plant species in landscaping?:
Yes

A brief description of the native plant program, policy, or practice:

Native plants are featured in several prominent locations, including the Science Center Native Pant Garden, Butterfly Garden, Rain Gardens at Old Barrows and South Hall, and College Entry Garden. Native plants are prioritized in areas near natural areas. The Adam Joseph Lewis Center features an extensive native landscape and wetlands. The George Jones Farm includes preserved preserved and restored ecosystems, including several acres of wetlands planted and studied for native biodiversity.


The website URL where information about the program, policy, or practice is available:
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