Embrace the natural topography.
The natural topography can be used as an asset for landscaping: a low spot can become a water garden, a mound can provide the foundation for a little outdoor hideaway, and a big stone can add a natural touch. Consult with a landscaping professional to make the most of the natural topography of your property, reduce resource use and minimize your impact on water.
Our recommendations :
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Keeping the soil intact helps prevent deterioration and destabilization, reducing the possibility of erosion and the impact on water.
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Leave streams in their natural bed. Water tends to return to its natural place, and trying to change its course could create erosion problems and have a negative impact on local flora and fauna.
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Maintain the plant cover on stream banks: plants along streambeds are not just pretty, they also filter contaminants, provide an appropriate environment for various kind of wildlife and reduce the sedimentation of the waterway.