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The Arboretum at UNLV serves the campus,  the community, and the region through displays of flora adaptable to southern  Nevada, the Mojave Desert, and other arid regions.  The plant collection supports teaching and research, enhances campus beauty, and fosters awareness of plants in the human environment.

 

UNLV Turf Conversions to Date

As of April ’08: 797,621 sq ft

In progress: 116,578 sf Swenson Corridor

(Thomas and Mack perimeter and white parking lot)

Afterward grand total

= 914,199 sq ft of Turf Removed

 

An example Turf Reduction Project:

MARYLAND PARKWAY - COTTAGE GROVE

 

BEFORE CONVERSION:                                    DURING CONVERSION

                

 AFTER CONVERSION:

 

 

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