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Questions tagged [erosion-control]

Controlling soil erosion in a horticultural setting

Soil erosion in a horticultural setting is typically due to water (e.g. erosion by rainwater runoff in a heavy storm) but it can also be gravity (steep slopes) or wind ("dust bowl").

Use this tag for questions about controlling erosion. This may include inert solutions (e.g. wooden barriers) and/or plant solutions (e.g. drought-tolerant long-rooted grasses).

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What are some good plants to hold the edge of a cliff?

What sorts of plants are good at holding the edge of a cliff? I'd prefer to avoid planting tall things in order to still be able to see off of the cliff. The site is in hardiness zone 5 and is high above a large salt-water bay. It sees an average…
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How can I control erosion on a steep trail?

I have a trail about 10' wide going down a hill in the woods behind my house. This particular section has a ~10-15% grade. It receives regular foot, tractor, and log skidding (i.e. behind the tractor) traffic, so there's not much that grows in the…
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Resolve soil erosion on steep bank

After purchasing a house and clearing the back section and have found soil erosion on a bank beneath some weed matting. How can I shore up this bank? I really don't want to build a retaining wall if possible so looking for alternatives. I was…
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How can I perform a Erosion Prevention Project on flat to steep trails?

I am a Boy Scout and is getting ready to do a conservation project. I want to help prevent erosion on trails at a local park. I've been having trouble finding answers on google so came here to ask for help.
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