Strategies
Many activities that occur after seeding or planting can help maximize restoration success.
![drip irrigation](/ecorestore/images/drip-irrigation-canva-1-13-23.jpg)
Irrigation
When possible, irrigate. Supplemental water after plant installation can enhance restoration outcomes.
![hand holding mulch](/ecorestore/images/mulch-canva-1-13-23.jpg)
Mulch
Many practitioners have found that including a mulch layer over seeded areas can facilitate establishment of desired species and reduce weed encroachment.
![cattle grazing in sagebrush](/ecorestore/images/strat-grazing-canva-1-13-23.jpg)
Grazing
Some studies show, however, that exposing a seeded site to the presence of livestock can enhance restoration success.
![person holding soil sample](/ecorestore/images/soil-sample-canva-1-13-23.jpg)
Monitoring
Monitoring is critical for understanding utility of restoration techniques and the assessment of short and long terms goals. Monitoring should be formal, planned and long term.