backyard solutions?!

11 years ago

I need a temporary solution. we have a hill in our backyard and backyard slopes to house. we just added this fence. thoughts on landscape ideas to make it functional? I want to place some table and/or chairs or fire pit, etc. what can I do with the ground. and keeping in mind we are expecting an el nino/heavy rain winter. help!

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texasboykin

11 years ago

Is your house a new build? Have you experienced a good rain there yet? I would make sure you have good drainage around your house first. Make sure what is there now, dirt, gravel, concrete does not slope down towards foundation. Erosion control or not, you will still have a large amount of water running off that hill in heavy rains. A graduated retaining wall would help slow it dow when it comes time to landscape. Make sure you hire a professional. If built wrong, on a slope that size, it can go very wrong.

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everdebz
11 years ago
last modified: 11 years ago
Hi. If it will get that wet there [not saying your tree will break or topple over] but if tree is removed what about a retaining wall?
Stephanie Wondra
11 years ago
grasses... they take hold quickly and will help the dirt stay put.
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Stephanie Wondra
11 years ago
Sorry, I was thinking the hill beyond the fence... to keep the dirt from washing down into your property. As for your space... a truck load of pea gravel could do the trick for a quick fix for a wet winter. Then you could still place a few chairs and a fire pit out there... until you figure out a more permanent solution. Here are a few beautiful permanent solutions... all of which could look great nestled into that hillside. Have fun!

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everdebz
11 years ago
Is that hill your property?
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Stacey
11 years ago
I think you really need some erosion control on that hillside. If there is a lot of rain, that hill will be a major problem onto your house. I think you need a strong retaining wall. Do you have a company that will spray grass seed onto the hill?
einportlandor
11 years ago
Boy, that hill makes me nervous. As texasboykin says, I'd focus on drainage and hillside stabilization ASAP. Even if the hill is stable and the run-off drains away from the house, smart plant selection and hardscape materials will be critical. Strongly suggest you find a landscape designer familiar with local terrain, soil type and weather to help you come up a with short and long term plan. Good luck.