| Overall Rating | Silver - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 59.10 |
| Liaison | Greg Maginn |
| Submission Date | Dec. 16, 2012 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
The Ohio State University
OP-T2-19: Native Plants
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
|
0.25 / 0.25 |
Steve
Volkmann University Landscape Architect Facilities, Operations, and Development |
Does the institution prioritize the use of native plant species in landscaping?:
A brief description of the native plant program, policy, or practice:
Ohio State's campus is used as a teaching lab, as such it is extremely important to increase the diversity of tree species. A species list has been developed by the Why Trees Matter committee and is updated on an annual basis to accommodate requested trees for teaching as well as underrepresented species and cultivars across campus. Site conditions guide tree selection with emphasis placed on native species, but some sites may be planted with exotics or adapted plants. Ohio State will not plant invasive plants that might threaten natural areas on or adjacent to the university. Plants considered to be invasive are those by the Ohio Invasive Plant Council. Research initiatives may preclude the preceding statements.
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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