Managing Fields and Grasslands
What to Plant in a Wildflower Meadow
This is a list of species that we recommend for use in native meadow plantings in the 16 county region surrounding Shenandoah National Park. Produced by the Virginia Department of Conservation & Recreation, the Clifton Institute, and Virginia Working Landscapes, November 2019.
Email Kadiera Ingram (kingram@cliftoninstitute.org) if you would like to request a free custom seed mix recommendation.
How to Establish a Wildflower Meadow from Seed
This is an excerpt from ‘Establishing a Wildflower Meadow from Seed’ by Cathy Neal, New Hampshire Cooperative Extension.
Managing Land in the Piedmont of Virginia for the Benefit of Birds & Other Wildlife
“The purpose of this guide is to provide landowners with an introduction to land management concepts and conservation tools that can be used to benefit wildlife and counter some of the threats faced by declining bird species.”
Produced by American Bird Conservancy, Piedmont Environmental Council, and Virginia Department of Game & Inland Fisheries.
When to Manage Fields to Minimize Risk to Grassland Birds
A guide to timing field management to avoid peak breeding season, plus a list of grassland birds common to Virginia.
Produced by Virginia Working Landscapes
How to Control Invasive Plant Species
“This is a list of management tactics for major invasive plants.”
Produced by the Virginia Department of Forestry, October 2018.
A Guide To Piedmont Native Plants for Landscaping and Gardens
This document, which was prepared by the Plant Northern Piedmont Natives partnership, provides handy planting recommendations that are tailored for our region.
A Primer on Prescribed Fire for Private Landowners
This is essential reading for landowners who are considering using fire to manage their land. Produced by the Virginia Prescribed Fire Council.
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