Whether its grasses, native wildflowers, or trees, buffer strips will help shield streams, ponds, and lakes from receiving excess nutrients. Buffer strips absorb some surface runoff and act as a natural filter of fertilizers, chemicals, and sediment before they enter into the waterway.

Buffer types often vary depending on their intended use. Choose the community you think your article is most likely to reach below! Agricultural Waterway Buffers Urban/Suburban Stream Buffers