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Landscape Planning

Beautiful Solutions for Sloped Properties

A sloped yard can become a series of useful, inviting outdoor spaces when grading, drainage, retaining walls, and planting are planned together.

Retaining wall and planted slope

Make the grade work for you

Slopes often limit how a yard can be used, but they can also create natural opportunities for terraces, planting beds, and seating areas. The first step is understanding where water moves and where level space will make the biggest difference.

A good plan balances what needs to be retained with the areas you want to enjoy.

Pair structure with soft planting

Retaining walls provide the backbone for a hillside landscape. Once the grade is stable, planting can soften the edges, reduce erosion, and create a transition between levels.

Material choices, drainage, and wall height should all be considered together for a result that feels cohesive and lasts.

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