What to fill the slope withso that it is stable, does not slide down and becomes an attractive part of the garden? The answer to this question was prepared for us by landscape architect Joanna Białowąs. In the article you will also find a practicallist of plants to be planted on slopesYou can download and print the table. Meet the bestplants for planting on slopes !
With what to plant the scarp in the garden
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How to choose plants for the embankment?
We start planting the escarpment withan analysis of the habitat conditions. Depending on the location of the slope in the garden, we can maneuver the appropriate species of plants that will work great in this place.
The most frequently selected plants for planting slopes are ground cover plants , also known as cover plants, which cover the surfaces of the slopes in an attractive way. Asground cover plants for scarp , we recommend especially low species with horizontal shoots distribution, low-bushing and fast-growing, and also long-lived and undemanding. Desirablefor strengthening the soil surface on slopesare species that spread via runners or have the ability to root shoots in contact with the ground. When planting a scarp, it is good to choose larger, uniform groups of specific plant species.
The selection of plants for the escarpmentshould be consistent with the compositional style, the established exposure and the prevailing habitat conditions. We should analyze the soil, water and insolation conditions prevailing in a given area.Properly selected vegetation for the slopewill reduce the need for weeding and removing weeds and the number of other treatments. Most of the plants on the slopes bloom nicely or have long-lasting colorful leaves , thanks to which they create colorful carpets on the ground.
What to fill the slope in different sunlight conditions?
If ourSkarpa is located in the southern exposition , directly in the sun, we can plant species such as: St. .
The escarpment located in the western exhibitionis a bright position with good lighting conditions. In the afternoon the sun shines bright there, so thisexhibition is suitable for plants that require a lot of sun and warmth , such as ground cover roses or 'Sem' rowan tavlin.
Plants planted on the escarpment
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Species that prefer partial shade , such as the elderberry 'Variegatum' or the Canadian dogwood, will do well on the escarpment located in the eastern exhibition. This location isideal for growing plants that require mild and bright sunlight .
On the other hand,northern escarpment is a semi-shaded and shady position, a good place for plants with low light demande.g. lily of the valley or common mahogany.
The list of plants to be planted on the slopesis presented in a practical table. Below the table you will find a link to download the printable version: -)
Download the table in a printable version:
- Plants for planting on slopes (PDF)
MSc Eng. Joanna Białowąs
