Woodland Planting

As an alternative to conventional horticultural planting, we have developed woodland planting techniques which create self-sustaining, dynamic ecosystems.

We have applied these principles to a wide range of site types throughout Southern Ontario for terrestrial habitat restoration since 1984.

These techniques are cost effective, low maintenance and provide attractive, enhanced wildlife habitats. We have utilized these techniques as part of site mitigation and restoration strategies for upland and mesic sites.

Bioengineering

We are continually looking for creative and cost effective techniques to establish vegetation and control erosion on difficult sloped sites.

Bioengineering is the use of live plants in combination with inorganic materials to stabilize erosion prone areas such as riverbanks and severe slopes using vegetation.

Utilizing plants and natural materials is a very cost effective and attractive alternative to conventional engineering stabilization techniques, which use only non-living materials.

We have successfully utilized bioengineering techniques for road crossings, steep embankments and streambanks to control erosion and enhance natural habitats.

Meadow Communities

As a continuation of Glenn O'Connor's award winning 1981 Research Fellowship Report entitled, "Establishing and Maintaining Low Maintenance Landscapes for Ontario", our firm has continued to refine and utilize techniques to create dynamic, self-sustaining meadow communities.

We promote alternatives to conventional turfgrasses through the use of legumes, wildflowers, and meadow grass communities. When combined with alternative mowing regimes, these communities create imaginative, manageable landscapes. Educational opportunities for the public are enhanced while reducing recurring annual maintenance costs.

Riparian Habitats

We utilize habitat restoration and creation of riparian areas as part of compensatory mitigation. Habitat enhancement is also utilized to create stormwater management facilities.

A range of habitats are created including emergent wetlands, wet meadows, shrub thickets and wet mesic hardwoods. Our work on riparian habitats is enjoyed by local residents as well as local wildlife.