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need help to finish patio and cover this bank. i do not want garden

7 years ago

I am downsizing and this bank is at the back of the house I must finish it. I would like a private patio area with very little garden or maintenance, . The house at this point is south facing. Would love a wow finish... Help please Anne Mc Govern

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F Fleming
7 years ago
I would suggest a gabion wall
jillef
7 years ago
I would use some tall grasses. The roots would keep that soil stitched together well. They have little maintenance and look fantastic in the light and breeze.
Anne Mc Govern thanked jillef
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