Below are several plants we recommend for slope stabilization and erosion control. When planting on a hillside, it’s important to choose plants with deep and/or dense root systems that help anchor the soil and reduce erosion. Keep in mind that every slope is different, with varying soil conditions, light exposure, moisture levels, and degrees of steepness. If you’re unsure which plants are best suited for your site, we recommend conducting additional research or consulting with a professional.
Acer circinatum / Vine Maple
Amelanchier alnifolia / Serviceberry
Arbutus menziesii / Pacific Madrone
Arctostaphylo uva-ursi / Kinnikinnick
Athyrium filix-femina / Lady Fern
Cornus canadensis / Bunchberry
Cornus sericea / Red Osier Dogwood
Cornus sericea ‘Kelseyi’ / Kelsey Dogwood
Juncus ensifolius / Dagger-Leaf Rush
Lonicera involucrata / Twinberry
Lupinus polyphyllus / Large-Leaved Lupine
Oemleria cerasiformis / Osoberry
Physocarpus capitatus / Pacific Ninebark
Polystichum munitum / Western Sword Fern
Pseudotsuga menziesii / Douglas Fir
Ribes sanguineum / Red Flowering Currant
Ribes sanguineum ‘King Edward VII’ / Flowering Currant
Rubus spectabilis / Salmonberry
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