Which erosion control practice would likely include planting native vegetation?

Planting native vegetation is a key component of riparian buffer restoration. This practice focuses on restoring the vegetation along waterways to enhance the ecosystem and stabilize the soil. Native plants are particularly effective in controlling erosion because they have root systems that are well-adapted to local soil conditions, potentially reducing runoff and improving water quality by filtering pollutants.

In contrast, soil compaction involves increasing soil density to reduce erosion, but it does not involve planting. Structural erosion control typically refers to physical structures like barriers or walls that prevent erosion, rather than using vegetation. Grading slopes focuses on altering the landform itself to manage water flow and reduce erosion but does not inherently involve planting any vegetation. Therefore, riparian buffer restoration is the most appropriate practice linked with planting native vegetation.