What persistent myths prevent many shoreline property owners from embracing the idea of removing their lawns that go right up to the edge of the lake?
I will lose my beautiful view of the lake. The object of planting a vegetation strip is not to obstruct panoramic views. Some sections can be planted with relatively low shrubs only, with trees on either side. With proper planning, the view can actually be improved, not lost. I like a nice green lawn. You do not have to sacrifice your lawn, just make sure it does not go all the way to the lake. Planting trees along the shore is like feeding the beavers! Beavers prefer alders, poplars and willows. They do not like conifers all that much. It is possible, in areas where beavers are active, to plant species to which beavers are not attracted. And even if there is a certain amount of beaver damage, it should be only temporary and the strip of vegetation will regenerate quickly without any assistance. Removing sod and planting trees and shrubs is too much work. It is not necessary to remove the existing sod. Just make holes to plant the trees and shrubs, then stop mowing: the lawn will grow
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