Wetland Forest Restoration Guide
A wetland forest restoration guide for owners planning to restore wet woodland. It lists planning, site, and planting steps in order.
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The steps on this page
- Define restoration goals
- Check permits and rules
- Assess hydrology and soils
- Identify water sources
- Select suited species
- Prepare the site
- Plant or seed
- Control weeds and invasives
- Monitor water and survival
How to use this guide
Follow the steps in order and write down any changes you make. Where your equipment or product has instructions, those come first.
Where to check the details
This sheet is a general template, so confirm specifics with your own manuals, labels and local rules. For current official guidance, start with USDA NRCS and eXtension.
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