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<br />Mr. Robert Solera <br />February 14, 2008 <br />Page two <br /> <br />Achieving a natural healthy balance in the landscape starts by putting the <br />right plant in the right place. Matching plants to existing conditions helps them <br />thrive with reduced irrigation once established. Maintaining 2 to 4 inches of <br />mulch also helps in retaining moisture in the soil. With the exception of the <br />seasonal color and certain flowering shrubs, a majority of the plant material within <br />the right-of-ways and parks in Sunny Isles Beach consist of established native and <br />natural ized plant material that is drought tolerant, and therefore, should thrive <br />even with the newly imposed water restrictions. <br /> <br />In conclusion, when planning new projects or replacing existing plant <br />material, xeriscape landscape principles should be utilized. The term xeriscape <br />means water-conserving. drought-tolerant landscaping, and the use of the right <br />plant in the right place with proper maintenance and water-wise irrigation. Once <br />the landscape is established, the right plant in the right place will be highly self- <br />sufficient, needing little help to survive nature's extremes. <br /> <br />Very truly yours, <br /> <br />O'LEARY RICHARDS DESIGN ASSOC.. INC. <br /> <br />Kathryn O'Leary Richards, ASLA <br />