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Informationen zum Autor THOMAS W. COOK is Associate Professor Emeritus of Horticulture at Oregon State University. A frequent speaker at industry conferences, he gives lectures which emphasize turf and landscape with research and application responsibilities. ANN MARIE VANDERZANDEN , PHD, is a Professor of Horticulture at Iowa State University. A frequent speaker at industry conferences and contributor to academic journals, she is coauthor of Mathematics for the Green Industry, published by Wiley, and Landscape Design: Theory and Application. Klappentext The complete guide to the sustainable management of landscapesA must-have guide for anyone working with landscapes, Sustainable Landscape Management eases the transition of the landscape industry into a new era of green consciousness. Filled with examples that illustrate best practices, the book provides a practical framework for the development of sustainable management strategies from design to execution and, eventually, to maintenance in an effort to construct landscapes that function more efficiently and minimize the impact on the environment. Sustainable Landscape Management includes:* An overview of sustainable design and construction techniques as the basis for the maintenance and management of constructed landscapes* Coverage of ecosystem development, managing landscape beds, managing trees and shrubs, and lawn care* An entire chapter devoted to issues associated with the use of chemicals in landscape management* Guidance on retrofitting existing landscapes for sustainabilityReshaping the landscape takes on more significance as society embraces a new value system for advancing environmentally friendly ideals. By following the management principles laid out in this book, readers will learn the key elements for building landscapes that integrate beauty and function to create a sustainable presence that extends well into the future. Zusammenfassung The landscape industry is in the midst of major changes as the demand for environmentally responsible landscapes increases. This book offers a practical framework for the development of sustainable management strategies. Inhaltsverzeichnis Preface ix Acknowledgments xi About the Authors xiii Chapter 1 Introduction to Sustainability 1 Introduction 1 Historical Perspective 1 Emergence of the Sustainability Movement 2 Sustainable Landscapes 9 Summary 13 Study Questions 14 Suggested Reading 14 Chapter 2 Sustainable Landscape Design 15 Introduction 15 The Process of Sustainable Landscape Design 15 Selecting Plants to Increase Sustainability 19 Creating Aesthetically Pleasing Landscapes 20 Creating Functional Landscapes 21 Creating Landscapes That Meet Basic Human Physical and Cognitive Needs 25 Designing to Minimize Maintenance 28 Designing to Enhance a Landscape's Short- and Long-Term Cost Effectiveness 31 Integrating Specialized Design Approaches to Maximize Short- and Long-Term Sustainability 33 Summary 37 Study Questions 38 Suggested Reading 38 Chapter 3 Sustainable Landscape Construction: Process, Irrigation Systems, and Hardscape Materials 39 Introduction 39 The Conventional Landscape Construction Process 39 A Sustainable Landscape Construction Process Alternative 44 Sustainable Irrigation Design and Installation Strategies 49 Sustainable Hardscape Materials 53 Summary 59 Study Questions 60 Suggested Reading 60 Chapter 4 Retrofitting Existing Landscapes for Sustainability 61 Introduction 61 Site Analysis for Retrofitting 61 Identifying Opportunities to Improve Landscape Sustainability 72 Summary 79 Study Questions 79 Chapter ...
