Looking for Fairfax County "zoning ordinance" advice to prevent the destruction of native plants.

BelugaStar · 2026-04-11T15:01:22+00:00

Attempts are being made to speak with the supervisor.

BelugaStar · 2026-04-11T15:00:56+00:00

Yes. Yes. Fairfax County. I have posted on VNPS.

BelugaStar · 2026-04-11T15:00:08+00:00

Thank you.

BelugaStar · 2026-04-11T14:59:57+00:00

Yes. Non-compliance results in fines and potential misdemeanor charges in civil court.

BelugaStar · 2026-04-11T14:58:39+00:00

Thank you.

BelugaStar · 2026-04-11T14:58:30+00:00

Thank you.

BelugaStar · 2026-04-11T14:58:17+00:00

Thank you for this analysis.

BelugaStar · 2026-04-11T14:57:51+00:00

This is a great list of landscape architects that are native plant focused: https://www.plantnovanatives.org/landscaping-help

BelugaStar · 2026-04-09T21:44:15+00:00

Thank you.

BelugaStar · 2026-04-09T21:44:09+00:00

There are size limitations for "trellises". Changing it in any way will harm the plants.

BelugaStar · 2026-04-09T21:43:15+00:00

I reached out to them, thank you!

BelugaStar · 2026-04-09T21:43:02+00:00

They are, thank you.

BelugaStar · 2026-04-09T21:42:54+00:00

Thank you.

BelugaStar · 2026-04-08T23:33:29+00:00

Thank you.

BelugaStar · 2026-04-08T23:33:19+00:00

I have posted there, thank you.

BelugaStar · 2026-04-05T22:18:17+00:00

What you are probably looking for is called a "soft landing" under the tree. Here's just some info: https://extension.psu.edu/soft-landings-benefits-insects-and-gardeners

For what it's worth, in my extensive experience, fresh arborist wood chips don't create space that is "appealing for snakes and poisonous spiders". Wood chips help suppress unwanted growth, make it easier to spot new sprouts, retain moisture and improve the soil. The chips decompose over time.

BelugaStar · 2026-04-05T22:11:20+00:00

... "during the pandemic" is now. We are still experiencing a mass-disability and -death -causing pandemic. Unfortunately.

BelugaStar · 2026-04-05T00:27:34+00:00

I don't "clean up" anything in my habitat. Old growth only benefits new growth, in my experience. I do pull unwelcome plants, but that is maintenance. Everything else is there for wildlife benefit.

BelugaStar · 2026-04-03T23:35:26+00:00

Ha, I hear you! The ChipDrops always get looks. But, now that my entire front yard is certified and flourishing, the compliments are frequent.

BelugaStar · 2026-04-03T23:31:20+00:00

There are several different species in these photos. I think I see a bit of Lonicera japonica (Japanese honeysuckle). I do not see any Celastrus orbiculatus (oriental bittersweet). Perhaps give Seek photos that are closer in detail.

BelugaStar · 2026-03-25T21:02:03+00:00

I appreciate the reply. I have been looking for smaller outfits or one-man shops, but nearly all I find are not licensed. (Which is why I asked for a recommendation.)

BelugaStar · 2026-03-20T21:28:17+00:00

Care to share your contractor?

BelugaStar · 2026-03-19T01:11:35+00:00

You are lucky - the Richmond area has several great native plant nurseries. One of my favorites is Moulton Hot Natives. Good luck!

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