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My partner and I have recently knocked back several species of invasive plants (Elaeagnus umbellata, Celastrus orbiculatus, Berberis thunbergii, and L...
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Replanting Natives on the Coast #880223
Asked August 05, 2024, 9:58 AM EDT
My partner and I have recently knocked back several species of invasive plants (Elaeagnus umbellata, Celastrus orbiculatus, Berberis thunbergii, and Lonicera morrowii) on a waterfront property on Lake Michigan. We would like to replant a diversity of native species of trees and shrubs which will thrive in the sandy soil of the coast with a mind to the future and the warming climate. I am hoping for some advice on the most promising species for the region, and also what not to plant. For instance, there are several Balsam fir (Abies balsamea) on the property, and I have heard rumors that many of them are expected to die due to an overabundance of spruce budworm (Choristoneura fumiferana).
Thank you for your time and attention, and please if there are any other leads I can follow to get more information about this let me know.
Muskegon County Michigan
Expert Response
Hello Alex,
Michigan shorelines are under stress due to various factors, such as waterfront overdevelopment, loss of habitat, reduced water quality, and much more. So, I congratulate you for embracing environmentally sound shoreline practices.
The Michigan Natural Shoreline Partnership (MNSP) was formed in 2008 to promote the use of natural landscaping and erosion control to protect Michigan’s inland lakes. Its web pages provide lakefront property owners with a wealth of important information about how to develop their properties in an environmentally friendly way.
Michigan Natural Shoreline Partnership - Home
Plants native to Michigan are recommended because of their adaptability to all types of Michigan soil and weather conditions. The following link from the MNSP web page will give you many examples of plants you can use.
Find Native Plants - Michigan Natural Shoreline Partnership
I believe the MNSP is what you're looking for, but if you have questions or need further information, please contact us again.
Enjoy the rest of the summer!
Michigan shorelines are under stress due to various factors, such as waterfront overdevelopment, loss of habitat, reduced water quality, and much more. So, I congratulate you for embracing environmentally sound shoreline practices.
The Michigan Natural Shoreline Partnership (MNSP) was formed in 2008 to promote the use of natural landscaping and erosion control to protect Michigan’s inland lakes. Its web pages provide lakefront property owners with a wealth of important information about how to develop their properties in an environmentally friendly way.
Michigan Natural Shoreline Partnership - Home
Plants native to Michigan are recommended because of their adaptability to all types of Michigan soil and weather conditions. The following link from the MNSP web page will give you many examples of plants you can use.
Find Native Plants - Michigan Natural Shoreline Partnership
I believe the MNSP is what you're looking for, but if you have questions or need further information, please contact us again.
Enjoy the rest of the summer!
