Overall Rating Gold - expired
Overall Score 74.51
Liaison Miriam Keep
Submission Date July 31, 2013
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University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
OP-T2-47: Xeriscaping

Status Score Responsible Party
Complete 0.25 / 0.25 Stephanie Lage
Assistant Director
Ctr for Sustainable Environment
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Does the institution use xeriscape landscaping techniques, including the selection of drought tolerant plants?:
Yes

A brief description of the program or practice:
The Grounds Division considers many attributes when selecting plants for our region. Priority is given to plants and vegetation that are native to our region. This includes selecting plants that are easy and inexpensive to maintain, ie reduced water needs.

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