![Plants for Conservation Buffers](images/buffer.jpg) |
Conservation buffers are small areas or strips of land in permanent
vegetation designed to complement other conservation practices that help prevent
soil erosion, protect and enhance soil quality, prevent air and water pollution,
and improve wildlife habitat. Selecting the proper plant species is key to
the overall effectiveness of installed buffers. The Natural Resources
Conservation Service (NRCS) Plant Materials Program has released many of the
plant species used in various buffer practices. |