Dear housebuilding and gardening enthusiasts, dear community,
we have a somewhat unusual plot with a triangular shape and elevation differences. You can see this clearly in the pictures. Legally, we are not allowed to place a boundary structure, such as a wall, right up to the street and must keep a distance of 50cm (20 inches). With a wall, we would gain very little usable space at ground level. This is not required for a slope. Therefore, we created a steep embankment (about 65 degrees) and installed turf reinforcement mesh on the slope. The grass has since rooted, the slope is stable, and the area is covered with grass. However, the lawn is interspersed with clover and does not look as neat as expected – even when freshly mowed.
We are now looking for landscaping ideas for the slope. For example, we considered planting grasses to create a visual screen on the flat lawn area (plateau) facing the street and to visually straighten the slope. Perhaps small terraced hedges made of boxwood or terracing with wood or Corten steel? We are quite uncertain and seeking advice. It should look well-maintained and match the style of our modern house.
Do you have any ideas for us? I’m looking forward to your suggestions!
Best regards, Steve
we have a somewhat unusual plot with a triangular shape and elevation differences. You can see this clearly in the pictures. Legally, we are not allowed to place a boundary structure, such as a wall, right up to the street and must keep a distance of 50cm (20 inches). With a wall, we would gain very little usable space at ground level. This is not required for a slope. Therefore, we created a steep embankment (about 65 degrees) and installed turf reinforcement mesh on the slope. The grass has since rooted, the slope is stable, and the area is covered with grass. However, the lawn is interspersed with clover and does not look as neat as expected – even when freshly mowed.
We are now looking for landscaping ideas for the slope. For example, we considered planting grasses to create a visual screen on the flat lawn area (plateau) facing the street and to visually straighten the slope. Perhaps small terraced hedges made of boxwood or terracing with wood or Corten steel? We are quite uncertain and seeking advice. It should look well-maintained and match the style of our modern house.
Do you have any ideas for us? I’m looking forward to your suggestions!
Best regards, Steve
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hanghaus202331 Jan 2026 15:10Was there a specific reason why the plot was filled in such a particular way? Perhaps the landscaping of the plot should have been planned beforehand. A site plan of the property could definitely be of interest, showing the house, shed, garage, and embankments.