Minnesota Stormwater Manual - vegetation design

Vegetation site planning and design is a critical component of stormwater management. Vegetation impacts the performance of stormwater treatment practices and provides other benefits, such as carbon sequestration, habitat, and aesthetic value. The Minnesota Stormwater Manual is the most widely used stormwater resource in Minnesota, but it currently has limited information on vegetation. Additionally, the information on vegetation that does exist in the manual is poorly organized. This project will provide planning and design information for incorporating vegetation into development and redevelopment sites. This information will be incorporated into the Minnesota Stormwater Manual and eventually disseminated to stormwater practitioners.