getting grass to take hold and grow on a slope can be slightly challenging. Heavy rains and winds shortly after seeding can create havoc and wash the seeds away before they have a chance to germinate and take root. If proper preparations are made when the seed is planted, the chance...
getting grass to take hold and grow on a slope can be slightly challenging. Heavy rains and winds shortly after seeding can create havoc and wash the seeds away before they have a chance to germinate and take root. If proper preparations are made when the seed is planted, the chance...
Learning how to plant grass seed is essential for creating a lush, healthy lawn that enhances your home’s curb appeal and provides a comfortable outdoor space. Whether you’re starting from scratch or filling in bare patches, successful grass seeding requires proper timing and technique. A well...
Preventing soil erosion on a hillside is a steep challenge. The incline or rise of the slope makes it prone to a faster rate of landslide and erosion. A compact and elegant solution to this is to terrace your hill. Using homegrown and natural materials, you can put together a series of ...
Central Energy Plant / Spillman Farmer Architects. Image © Parham Taghioff Just as fashion designers use pins, needles and textiles to bring their creations to life, architects rely on materials to shape our built environment. From steel and glass to wood and concrete, these form the artistic...
Plant on a slope with groundcovers, shrubs and perennials for season-long color. Site along a pond, stream, or waterfall with other water lovers such as gunnera, ligularia, or elephant ears for a bold tropical-looking display.Companion plants: Plant with dahlias and gladiolus for a cutting ...
Problem Solvers Deer Resistant, Groundcover, Slope/Erosion Control Where to Plant Cotoneaster Opt for a site with well-draining soil. When planted in full sun, cotoneaster develops the densest branching, deepest green foliage, and largest amount of flowers and berries. Full sun also promotes the...
Freeway slope planting is the most widespread example of how a single monoculture of spreading plants such as iceplant or African daisy was used to protect the surface. Although it solved the problems of scouring and slowed velocity, there was nothing to prevent sloughing....
Mass groundcover varieties such as Flower Carpet® or Drift® roses along a slope for low-maintenance erosion control.Plant in drifts: For greater impact, plant in groups of 3-5 specimens of the same variety.Plant a hedge: Plant a row of taller shrub roses to create privacy from the ...
How long does a hedge take to establish? It all depends on the varieties of trees and shrubs you use, the time of year they are planted, the richness of the soil and the weather conditions. If you plant in the fall you won’t see any growth until the following spring, though the ro...