Re: Plants for steep slope
- Subject: Re: Plants for steep slope
- From: B* T*
- Date: Fri, 26 Oct 2001 07:22:51 -0400
Don-
What about Stephanandra incisa 'Crispa'? When I asked about it on this
list earlier this year, this was Chris' reply...
"Could they have been talking about Stephandra incisa 'Crispa'? This
shrub grows about 2' tall and spreads to about 6' with finely cut
leaves. New foliage unfurls in bronzy tones that fade to green,
and fall color is reddish orange with purplish hues. In May creamy
white flower clusters put on a slightly showy display.
It likes full sun and acidic soil, although I've seen it growing in
partially shaded conditions just fine. It doesn't tolerate foot
traffic,
but is great for bank stabilization."
Barb (southeastern PA where my fall cleanup has been limited to a
boxfull of good intentions)
Don Martinson wrote:
> The local utility had to replace one of its poles at the rear of a
> property (rental) that I own. The trees that they removed were not
> particularly attractive, but now I have a rather bare, steep slope to
> deal with. See photo at:
> http://home.wi.rr.com/llmen/slope.jpg
>
> There is currently no garage, but this area may some day be dug out
> to accommodate one. Therefore, I'd rather find some smaller shrubs
> or perennials, rather than trees to stabilize and cover the slope.
> the slope faces west so gets morning shade and afternoon sun.
>
> I'm more interested in coverage and would even consider plants that
> in other situations might be invasive. (no crownvetch, please).
>
> Any thoughts, suggestions?
>
> --
> Don Martinson
> Milwaukee, Wisconsin
> l*@wi.rr.com
>
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