A hillside with trees helps prevent issues like soil erosion, adding one other layer of security to your house.
Despite their various joys, landscaping and gardening have real difficulties. Besides finding suitable shrubs and trees for visual appeal, you also have to find the right ones for your area or climate. Trees on hillsides, in particular, have their own set of challenges. A hillside with trees helps prevent issues like soil erosion, adding one other layer of security to your house. However, a few trees and shrubs are better for steep slopes than other types. In this blog, we will go over some types of trees that are best suited for hillside properties to plant. Read on to learn more!
Trees Fit for Erosion Control
When managing a hillside with some trees, erosion control is essential. Ideally, shrubs or trees you plant on an incline should have large root networks. These extensive root networks could aid your property with serious erosion control. Hillside properties are more exposed with the following elements:
- Rain
- Intense winds
- Dirt slides
- Other weather factors
These problems increase erosion, and signs of an eroded hill include exposed roots, loose soil, and exposed rock. The species of tree to consider for erosion include:
- Red osier dogwood
- Creeping juniper
- Chokecherry
- Douglas fir
Trees with Shade
Trees that provide a lot of shade are must-haves for essentially every property. Hills or slopes that see plenty of sunlight, especially require shade trees. The sun’s UV rays could quickly dry out on a hillside, leading to lots of dead grass. Besides looking ugly, a slope could take a long time to recover once the grass has died. Furthermore, dry soil could easily fall victim to dirt and mudslides during something like flash flooding. Strong shade tree property owners could plant the following:
- Sugar maple
- Red maple
- Tulip tree
- River birch
- White oak
- Gingko
Shade trees could also provide you and your visitors with more comfort, especially in the hot summer months. Also, shade trees could reduce the damage sustained by serious storms.
Trees for Aesthetic Appeal
Of course, no landscaping project is finished without the right trees and shrubs. Intermingling ornamental shrubs or small trees could boost any slope’s aesthetic. The proper species could add more color and some fruits. Trees to consider for aesthetics include black cherry trees, black walnut trees, and chenault coralberry trees.
Tree Care and Maintenance from Harford Tree
Ready to have the beautiful yard you have always dreamed of? Harford Tree Experts & Landscaping, Inc has been in the business for decades, providing customers with quality work and quick responses all at the right price. We service the areas of Harford County, Baltimore County, and Baltimore City areas including Bel Air, Fallston, Perry Hall, Towson, Essex, Parkville, White Marsh and Middle River.
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