Foster Creek Mitigation Bank: Emergent, Shrub and Tree Planting 2008-2009
Green Banks was contracted to install approximately 15,000 native herbs, grasses, rushes and sedges, and approximately 12,000 native trees and shrubs at the Foster Creek Mitigation Bank in Clackamas County, Oregon. Green Banks' scientists are experts in restoration technique and used a very low impact method with specialized tools for planting to minimize soil disturbance. Minimal soil disturbance can be important on sites with a non-native "weed" seed bank. This is the case because the disturbance of topsoil will often times increase the rate of weed seed germination. Green Banks owns a variety of specialized tools such as plug dibbles, and gas powered drill augers.
Green Development Planting Research, Design, Installation, Monitoring and Reporting
Green Banks is under contract to install research test plots to determine the suitability of certain native species for a diverse upland forest, riparian forest, and wetland restoration. Green Banks' ecologists can accomplish planting projects without irrigation, saving clients a large expense. Native species of plants have evolved to endure the climate conditions in this region and if installed with proper technique can survive without artificial irrigation. This Green development is in the construction phase, therefore, a majority of the native restoration project is anticipated to begin in 2010.
Native Landscape Management Contracts: Multiple Clients
Green Banks is under contract with multiple clients for the native landscape management of their wetland and riparian areas. Our management includes native plant installation, mechanical weed control, herbicide application, monitoring and reporting.
