Re: Plants for steep slope
- Subject: Re: Plants for steep slope
- From: L* J*
- Date: Sun, 28 Oct 2001 12:17:41 -0500
Hi Don,
I'd plant 'cornus amomum', silky dogwood, an agreeable wildlife-friendly
shrub. Nice white flowers in spring followed by blue berries that are eaten
immediately by birds. Spreads easily and maintains itself even in shade.
Be sure to let us know what you decide upon.
Lynn
At 12:44 AM 10/26/01 -0500, you 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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