Planting riparian and erosion prone areas has numerous benefits to water quality. Riparian plants act as a buffer, filtering out nutrients and sediment and preventing them from entering waterways. Riparian plants can also help shade waterways, reducing water temperatures and providing habitat for invertebrates, birds, and fish. Lower water temperatures and less direct sunlight can also help prevent the growth of nuisance algal species in waterways.
Both riparian planting and erosion planting can help stabilise land and prevent further erosion, as well as reducing sediment loss.
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Choosing the right plants for the right areas is key to maximising the success and water quality outcomes of your planting.
