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Suggestions for a sunny slope...?

14 years ago

Hi there!

I'm new to the forum and we moved into our 1st house recently and so I'm just starting out on this whole gardening journey ^.^

On the very west end of our property there is a steep-sloped part that gets A LOT of sun and faces the road we live in...

Can any suggest a good groundcover/plant/flower that can cover the area, is pretty hardy, maybe invasive, preferably pretty and native to Michigan?

I'm probably making a pretty tall order, but any help/advice anyone will provide would be just wonderful.

Thanks so much!

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Comments (2)

coolplantsguy
14 years ago
If it's a relatively hot, dry slope in the sun, I would suggest an assortment of Sedum, although they are not native to Michigan (at least, not most/many).

The shorter types are typically spreading to various degrees. Some are even considered aggressive.

The taller types would provide a pleasant contrast in height.
denninmi
14 years ago
Also NOT native, but crownvetch or birdsfoot trefoil might work for you. Both are good groundcovers for slopes, etc. Seed is fairly readily available for both.

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