HomeMy WebLinkAbout05/10/2006 -Memo re landscaping/mound • • • •
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To: Orono residents on mound type septic systems
From: Willie Gibbs, ISTS Manager
Date: May 10, 2006
Re: Landscaping Do's and Don'ts for Mound Systems, Quick Reminder
Do plant and maintain a fuli cover of grass and keep mowed to a normal height, this grass cover aids
in the evaporation of large amounts of effluent (the liquid left after the "other' stuff has been removed)
in the sumrner time and allows the mound system to heip breakdown nitrogen in the effiuent,
Do water the grass over the mound in extreme dry conditions, sparingly.
Do avoid unnecessary foot traffic over the mound, mow it and stay off of it, This is especially true in the
winter time. Even human foot traffic can cause frost to penetrate the mound resulting in potential
freezing problems.
Do inspect your mound system annually for winter kill, (reseed if necessary) animal damage,
(burrowing}or signs of potential failure.
Do not plant trees or shrubs on the mound system, smaller trees and shrubs may be planted at the
edges. Remember,that sunshine is the key to a healthy mound system.
Do ask questions, if you have any concerns or questions concerning your mound system
please feel free to call me, l can be reached at 952-249-4626.
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