Kia ora e te Lemmy whānau!

We’ve just moved into a new build, which hasn’t been landscaped, and I’m at a loss for what to do immediately next to the external walls.

I’ve seen a few options around town, but I haven’t found a good resource for actual recommendations. I’ve seen:

  • river stones/gravel surrounding the foundation for ~30 cm
  • plants against the walls (e.g. griselinia, lancewood
  • driveway (concrete/asphalt)

I know I need to direct drainage away from the foundation, but can I plant grass (or similar plants) right next to the walls? Is there a standard rulebook I can refer to?

Any help would be appreciated!

  • grasshopper@lemmy.worldOP
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    1 year ago

    Very helpful, thank you! Sounds like you settled on the best solution; I’ll take your learnings on board.

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      1 year ago

      One thing to add, for our wood chipped and pebbled areas, I should have put cardboard underneath to kill off the weeds/grass. Lots of weed coming up now.

      Good luck!