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In addition to aesthetic qualities, plants have specific functions in several LID practices. These include promotion of [[infiltration]], treatment of pollutants and stabilization of soil. When selecting plants for an LID practice, aim for species with high functionality, survivability, suitability and availability. Landscape professionals should use these lists as guides, taking into consideration the appropriate planting zone, the size of the planting area versus size of the plant at maturity, tolerances to drought or periodic inundation, maintenance requirements and adaptability.
*The vegetation is a big opportunity to maximize the co-benefits of biodiversity and amenity. Planting plans can be formalized or naturalized to suit the surrounding style. In addition to aesthetic qualities, plants have specific functions in several LID practices. These include promotion of [[infiltration]], treatment of pollutants<ref> Hunt, W. F., Lord, B., Loh, B., & Sia, A. (2015). Plant Selection for Bioretention Systems and Stormwater Treatment Practices. Singapore: Springer Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-287-245-6</ref> and stabilization of soil. When selecting plants for an LID practice, aim for species with high functionality, survivability, suitability and availability. Landscape professionals should use these lists as guides, taking into consideration the appropriate planting zone, the size of the planting area versus size of the plant at maturity, tolerances to drought or periodic inundation, maintenance requirements and adaptability.
*To help you select appropriate plants for your site, we've developed tables to indicate the suitability for use in LID features.
*For resilient and robust planting, native species which can tolerate periods of drought and periodic inundation are recommended.
*Woody and evergreen plants should not be planted in any areas of the [[bioretention]] cell to be used as [[Winter|snow storage]].
*Dense shrubby plants should be avoided in locations where the accumulation of trash is anticipated as a maintenance problem, or where their growth can hinder maintenance and inspection of [[inlets]] or [[Overflow|other structures]].
*[[Trees]] should not be planted directly over underdrains, and may be better sited at the perimeter of bioretention cells.
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Whilst it is not always necessary to use an entirely native planting palette, invasive plants are inappropriate for LID practices.
Whilst it is not always necessary to use an entirely native planting palette, invasive plants are inappropriate for LID practices.
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*Plant Selection for Bioretention Systems and Stormwater Treatment Practices<ref>Hunt, W. F., Lord, B., Loh, B., & Sia, A. (2015). Plant Selection for Bioretention Systems and Stormwater Treatment Practices. Singapore: Springer Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-287-245-6</ref>
*Leaf and fruit identification for trees and shrubs<ref>http://leafsnap.com/species/</ref>
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[[Category: Green infrastructure]]
[[Category: Green infrastructure]]
[[Category: Landscaping]]
[[Category: Landscaping]]