Our lot sits a little higher than our neighbors, and we had *so* much rain recently, that you could literally see the water pouring through the privacy fence into their yard. We also have problems with a bit of water on the garage floor when it rains a lot. Are their any plants or shrubs that might help eliminate this problem??? We live in Zone 6A (South-Midwest US)
2007-05-24 10:46:59 · 5 answers · asked by shellbugger 5 in Home & Garden ➔ Garden & Landscape
You need something with a lot of roots. Contact your local greenhouse/plant store and ask what they would recommend, it's hard to do it online because I can't see how big your yard is. My neighbor had some spots in his yard that were always wet, water standing in it. I told him trees. You don't have to get big trees, just something like a mimosa, it grows full size in 3 yrs. has delicate leaves that do not need raking, and beautiful furry flowers. Also hedges around your perimeter would work
2007-05-24 11:52:33 · answer #1 · answered by dtwladyhawk 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i don't comprehend in the event that they are going to soak up water yet mint loves a damp section, so once you plant those Sugar Maples, plant some Spearmint around additionally and luxuriate interior the clean scent once you walk back there. and you will additionally relish a stable cup of tea.
2016-10-05 23:53:48 · answer #2 · answered by barile 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You might want to consider a rainwater collection system. That water could then be used in the dry season. free water!! after you recoup your investment of course. Systems can be as simple or elaborate as you want or need them to be. I live in southern Arizona and use catch water for gardening during the hot season.
2007-05-24 11:01:23 · answer #3 · answered by The Oldest Man In The World 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You may actually want to go to the extra expense of consulting with a landscaper/landscape architect who specialized in your area. I had to install a dry well and a French Drain to combat my problem with ground water.
I live in the Northeast, so I'm of no help when it comes to plants for your area.
However, I'm supplying you with a planting zone map so that you can double-check the actual zone you are in.
http://www.usna.usda.gov/Hardzone/ushzmap.html
Then you can begin to "google" some ideas based on your area.
2007-05-24 10:57:20 · answer #4 · answered by Beach Saint 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you need to plant some hedges with strong roots
You might need to consider these hedges and consult them as per your needs
http://www.hopesgrovenurseries.co.uk/
2014-06-24 02:07:13 · answer #5 · answered by ? 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋