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NATIVE GRASSLAND RESTORATION GUIDE In BERMUDAGRASS & BAHIAGRASS SYSTEMS

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Posted 20 February 2010 - 07:20 PM

The attached pdf document is a new publication for restoring native grasslands.

Be one of the first to access this information. Jason Hardin and Jim Willis along with the assistance from several others authored this publication which will be published by TPWD when completed and will also be part of TPWD's Strategic Plan that addresses upland game birds.

Native grassland restoration is a long process (1-3 years) that requires PATIENCE on the part of the land manager. A lack of patience is a quick path to failure. Once the grassland is restored, proper maintenance of the restored area is required. Managers should define tiers of success as a part of their short and longterm goals and define management activities to maintain the restored site.

Re-establishing native grasses requires an adaptive management style. Pronounced changes brought upon by
deferments and herbicide treatments require more frequent actions. Finally, managers must adapt to
constantly changing techniques brought about technology and research.

[Note: Landowners should not employ these practices in lieu of working with trained and experienced professionals or without first
developing a set of restoration management plans and management goals.]