Wetland Vegetation

Plant Selection Criteria

  1. The selected plants should have a positive effect on nutrient concentration levels in the stormwater runoff.
  2. The selected plants should be native to the local area.
  3. The selected plants should have moderate to deep root systems in order to add stability to the wetland.
  4. The selected plants should be able to survive a winter in the local area.
  5. The selected plants should be easy to maintain.

Our Chosen Vegetation

The following plants have been selected for implementation in our constructed wetland. These plants were chosen based on their nutrient uptake rates, invasiveness characteristics, and overall aesthetic appeal. Additionally, our group is considering adding Iris to our wetland system. These plants thrive in wetland environments and add to the overall appeal of the wetland. However, these plants can be invasive and hard to remove. Our client will be consulted on this matter. (Source: Behrends, 2010)

The table below lists some of the plants selected for use in the wetland system, as well as their Nitrogen removal characteristics. Not shown in the table is the Bulrush, which will also have a place in the wetland.


Figure 13 provides a breakdown of nitrogen removal efficiency of various wetland plants.

What will it look like?

Cattails in a wetland system.

Bulrush in a wetland system.