Forrest Keeling is passionate about native plants! From perennials to woodies, native plants transform landscapes. Sustainable native plants enhance the quality of life for wildlife and human populations, . Our mission is ‘restoring the earth’s ecosystems one tree at a time,’ and encouraging the use of bioswales has many environmental benefits.
Bioswales are a cost-effective stormwater management technique that’s also good for the environment. Here are four reasons native plant bioswales are optimal for stormwater control.
1. Natural Filtration
Bioswales harness the remarkable ability of native plants to filter stormwater. Their deep, fibrous roots filter pollutants, sediments, and contaminants common in stormwater runoff. The root systems channel the cleaned water into the ground, recharging groundwater reserves.
2. Biodiversity
Native plants play a vital role in promoting biodiversity. Using diverse native species in a bioswale project helps create a mini ecosystem. A well-designed native bioswale supports a wide array of wildlife, including pollinators. Pollinators improve environmental sustainability and are vital to food production.
3. Soil Stabilization and Erosion Control
Resilient native plants help prevent erosion. Mycorrhizae on their deep roots helps increase good bacteria and microorganisms in soil. This in turn increases plant vigor, stabilizes soil and prevents erosion.
By preventing soil erosion, native plant bioswales help ensure the long-term landscape stability.
4. Sustainability That Doesn’t Sacrifice Aesthetics
Native plants provide many environmental benefits. But they also enhance the visual appeal of landscapes. Vibrant foliage and blooms, fruits, and interesting structure provide abundant seasonal beauty. Using natives for bioswales and other working landscapes creates much-needed urban green spaces.
Native plants need less water and other resources than non-native species. Native plantings also require less maintenance, making thema cost-effective landscape choice.
Begin Your Bioswale Project at Forrest Keeling
Forrest Keeling offers a wide range of native plant options for bioswale projects. Bioswales, rain gardens, and other working landscapes create natural solutions with native plants.
Explore the benefits of our patented RPM production technique. Discover how they fit into your bioswale project and other green solutions. Then, contact a Forrest Keeling team member to learn about all your native plant options.
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