Re: my erosion problem
- To: perennials@mallorn.com
- Subject: Re: my erosion problem
- From: A* D* <a*@deverill.demon.co.uk>
- Date: Thu, 16 Apr 1998 18:59:43 +0100
In message <3535FC60.1151@erols.com>, James N. Tilton
<tilton44@erols.com> writes
>o wise ones,
>I'm not sure that I was clear on my earlier question. The majority of
>the area that has been seeded is gently sloping to the back of the
>property. It's the area just before the trees where it takes a dive. I
>don't think we'll be able to mow the steeply sloped area. Don't
>wildflower areas need mowing in the fall? We've got erosion ruts 14"
>deep already in the steep area and it hasn't rained that hard! About 3/4
>of an acre seems to run off in that direction.
>thanks again!
>Barb (Southeastern PA, zone 6/7)
Hi Barb,
Have you considered using logs on end 3" diameter inserted in to the
ground, to create small raised beds with paths running around the
sides (pea shingle). Plant the beds at your leisure.
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