< Back to JFY Projects The Jersey-Friendly Yards website was used to select shrubs and perennials that grow well in sandy, slightly acidic soil in full or partial sun. Shrubs were planted along the back fence as a privacy border and to provide a green vegetative backdrop to the landscape. Grasses and hardy perennials able ... Read more
New Jersey Department of Agriculture State Soil Conservation Committee and Soil Conservation Districts The Natural Resource Conservation programs provide engineering services and regulatory guidance to soil conservation districts, homeowners, engineers, planners and virtually all development activities. The Division provides technical standards applicable to construction and mining sites regulated by the Soil Erosion and Sediment Control … Read more
< Back to JFY Projects They also wish to beautify the shared Clubhouse grounds with native perennials and flowering shrubs that support pollinators. The slightly alkaline, sandy soil around the perimeter of the property is void of vegetation, offering little protection from erosion and sand loss. The Jersey-Friendly Yards website was used to select drought-tolerant ... Read more
< Back to JFY Projects The Cedarcroft Club native and Jersey-Friendly plant list includes: Perennials: Shrubs
The National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD) and Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) are placing a renewed emphasis on soil health. As children get ready to go back to school, we will also be thinking about public outreach and conservation activities for children of all ages. The following information includes resources and ideas that you … Read more
Back to the main poster contest page 2016 Winning Entry “We All Need Trees” Congratulations to the 2016 Ocean County Grand Champion Winner of the Annual Poster Contest, Anthony Rivera, of Jackson Liberty High School, Jackson. “Thank you” to all of the talented students who submitted entries in 2016. The 2016 theme, “We All Need … Read more
Another resource provided for the residents of Ocean County is the Rutgers NJAES Cooperative Extension of Ocean County. The Cooperative Extension provides a wealth of information about natural resources, agriculture, fisheries, the economy and various other important information from New Jersey. The Extension is also the hub for many environmentally conscious volunteer groups including the Master … Read more
Webinar Series #1: Soils 101, best management Practices and the Landscape Recording of First Webinar (September 25, 2015) Presentation by Fred Schoenagel Presentation by Stephanie Murphy Presentation by Eileen Miller Webinar Series #2: Soil Health, Planning, Development & Redevelopment Aspects Recording of the Second Webinar (October 30, 2015) Presentation by Brian Friedlich Presentation by Joseph … Read more
< Back to JFY Projects Jersey-Friendly Yards, jerseyyards.org, launched in August, 2015, was created by Barnegat Bay Partnership in 2015, and piloted by Ocean County Soil Conservation District. This website offers homeowners and gardeners simple tools to create a low maintenance, eco-friendly yard and garden. The website features a plant database consisting of over 300 ... Read more
In the wake of Sandy, townships and government organizations have come together to provide resources for those affected by the storm. Learn more about rebuilding guidelines.