A sloping or hilly backyard can pose a challenge but done right it can accentuate and complete your architecture. Â Designing and installing it correctly should be your goal to eliminate maintenance and erosion problems The most common solution you may think of is creating tiers. Â This can be done with several materials – natural stone, stone pavers, concrete or railroad ties. In the planting beds you have room to plant bushes and perennials that will create a dramatic and colorful display.
A pathway to a level area is another way to deal with a slope. Â This can also be created with a variety of landscape materials. Natural rocks along the side and ground cover will make your pathway stand out. Â A little more labor intensive idea is to cut into the hill and create a retaining wall giving you more level area for a possible lawn or xeriscape rock and plants. Â The bed created above is a great place to put in good soil and have a lush garden area.
An ambitious project idea would be a waterfall, using the natural slope for water to come down giving you a soothing sound a relaxing backyard. Â A rock garden on a slope might be an easy solution instead of hardscaping and moving dirt. Placing a small rock cover and larger rocks to discourage erosion. Â Sedums, natural grass and other ground cover can further stabilize this attractive landscape.
