Building a wall: this is important to note
Few people know: In some cases, you may need a permit to build an earth bank. The most important factor is the height of the earth wall and in which state you live. Inquire about the applicable regulations before starting the landfill.
You should also make sure that the wall should not be steeper than 45 °.
also read
- Plant wall with ground cover
- Plant a steep slope
- Plant a ditch of light
Plant the earth wall sensibly
When planting the wall, attention must be paid to the proximity to the water. The plants in the upper area not only have it further to the moist soil in the ground, the upper part also tends to dry out, as it gets most of the sun. Therefore, sun-loving, drought-resistant deep-roots should be grown here. In the middle and lower area you can plant shallow-rooted plants. Make sure that your plants are sufficiently winter hardy so that they do not perish in winter. If you want to look at a green slope in winter, you can opt for evergreen plants.
When choosing plants, consider the location of your slope. Is it more in the sun or in the shade? Choose the plants accordingly.
Deep-rooted plants for the upper area
| Surname | Location | Evergreen | particularities |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broom | Sun | Not evergreen | Flowers golden yellow in May-June |
| Embankment myrtle (evergreen honeysuckle) | Sun to shade | Evergreen | Toxic |
| Finger bush | Sun to partial shade | Not evergreen | Flowers yellow from June to October |
| Common juniper | Sun to partial shade | Evergreen | Conifer |
| Dog rose | Sun to shade | Not evergreen | Flowers light pink in early summer |
| Lupins | Sun to partial shade | Not evergreen | Leaves and seeds poisonous |
| Splendid candle | Sun | Not evergreen | Long flowering period |
| Spurflower | Sun | Not evergreen | Sow itself |
| Steppe sage | Sun | Not evergreen | Native to Central Europe, self-sows |
| Daylily | Sun | Not evergreen | Strong colors |
It makes sense to combine these deep roots, which ensure that they are firmly anchored in the ground, with shallow-rooted, widely spreading plants. Ground cover is ideal for this. You can find a detailed list of the most beautiful ground covers for slope reinforcement here.
Tips
If you should avoid landslides during the growing season, secure your earth wall with embankment mats.
