Planting

If you have livestock or live near water, the resources below will highlight some things to consider when planting shrubs, grass, flowers or trees.

Please see the Acreage Owners section for more resources.

USEFUL RESOURCES

Riparian Planting Guide

Planting

A guide to planning and planting trees, plants and grasses that are a sustainable part of a healthy riparian zone for your shoreline or wetland.

Riparian Plants

Fieldguide

Learn more about common riparian plants found in Alberta and the benefits they provide.

Grow Me Instead

Preventing Invasives

If you're adding flowers in a riparian area, this brochure explains which invasive plant species are problematic in Alberta and provides alternative suggestions.