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Great Shrubs for Sunny Slopes in New England Gardens

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Steep banks and slopes are particularly challenging for most gardeners. Often difficult to access, poor and sandy, they are prone to erosion, and soil drying and tend to be overrun with weeds.

Rain tends to run quickly off sloping sites, leaving little time for the water to soak down into the soil. While running down the slopes, the water carries the topsoil away.

Stabilizing the soil and preventing soil erosion is very important, and planting the right plants for a sloping site is critical.

Below is the list of shrub species and cultivars that tolerate the conditions of a sunny slope in New England landscapes. Please note that a mix of plants is usually more effective because each plant has its specific root system. Planting a diverse selection of shrubs will benefit from holding the soil in different ways.

As you will note, some are top performers and have received prestigious awards.

Guide Information

Hardiness 3 - 7
Heat Zones 1 - 3
Plant Type Shrubs
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Early, Mid, Late)
Summer (Early, Mid, Late)
Fall
Winter
Height
Spread
Soil Drainage Well-Drained
Characteristics Plant of Merit, Showy
Landscaping Ideas Banks And Slopes

Shrubs for Sunny Slopes in New England Gardens

 

Selecting the right shrub can be daunting for New England gardeners. You may want to review the guides below if you are looking for beautiful, low-maintenance, and hardy plants that thrive in the New England region. They will assist you in finding the top-performing shrubs that are perfectly suited to your garden.

Award-Winning Shrubs for Gardeners in New England
Great Shrubs for Dry Soils in New England
Great Shrubs for Shady Gardens in New England
Great Shrubs with Berries for Winter Interest for New England
Great Shrubs with Brilliant Fall Color for New England Gardens
Overlooked Flowering Shrubs for New England Gardens
Explore Great Plant Combination Ideas
New England
Guides with
New England
While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.

Guide Information

Hardiness 3 - 7
Heat Zones 1 - 3
Plant Type Shrubs
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Early, Mid, Late)
Summer (Early, Mid, Late)
Fall
Winter
Height
Spread
Soil Drainage Well-Drained
Characteristics Plant of Merit, Showy
Landscaping Ideas Banks And Slopes
Explore Great Plant Combination Ideas
New England
Guides with
New England

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