Steep hillside landscaping low maintenance

For the ditch? Ground cover plants such as Aubrieta are excellent for steep banks - they suppress weeds, help stabilise the soil and are low maintenance.

Blue rug juniper (Juniperus horizontalis 'Wiltonii') is a tough groundcover for sunny slopes. Learn how to care for them with these tips.

Try some of these robust, low-growing groundcovers for shade or tough spots—wherever you need year-round coverage.

Looking for steep slope landscaping tips? Learn which plants are best for your hillside garden and how to prevent erosion.

Gary Necci’s love of hiking in the high alpine meadows at Mount Rainier inspired him to turn a mess of a steep backyard hillside into a tapestry of textural plantings in his West Seattle garden.

Flowers and shrubs on a steep hill reduce lawn maintenance.

These homeowners in South Eugene, Oregon thought their sloping yard would require extensive hardscape to provide adequate outdoor living space. Instead, we designed intimate seating areas, and used lush plantings, rather than retaining to sta… “What are we going to do about this slope?” is a question we hear often. Many people see slopes as […]

University of California research shows that ground covers work well for garden or yard designs on moderate slopes.

A sloping garden can be a challenging landscape problem for any homeowner. Not only can it sometimes be an eyesore, but it also frequently leads to problems with soil erosion and flooding. Fortunately, through the simple process of...

Erosion is a serious problem that can be solved with the right plants. Read about some low-growing shrubs that can help with erosion control.