Overall Rating Gold - expired
Overall Score 65.09
Liaison Jen Crothers
Submission Date Aug. 2, 2011
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University of British Columbia
OP-T2-19: Native Plants

Status Score Responsible Party
Complete 0.25 / 0.25 Dean Gregory
Campus Landscape Architect
Campus & Community Planning
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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:

UBC's landscaping practices prioritize a combination of native and adapted plants which are best suited to a long wet season and short dry season.

The new Vancouver Campus Plan specifies using more native and edible plants as well as low maintenance and pesticide-free practices which will reduce water and chemical use and increase the biodiversity on campus. Interpretive education programs will facilitate teaching and learning about these landscaping practices.


The website URL where information about the program, policy, or practice is available:
Data source(s) and notes about the submission:
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