[Scpg] steep permaculture slope ideas?

[John Calvert]

I started out writing a response to this, looking in the direction of 
what grows native on our steep coastal mountain canyons.

But I realize that there isn't much edible on the really steep slopes.  
It seems the more fruit-bearing types are more likely to appear where 
there's better soil and moisture.

So, that leaves the plants that do well in poor soil and least moisture...

nopal cactus, various wild sages, maybe fit in a hollyleaf cherry, chia 
?, maybe some kind of mulberry, wild golden currant (?).

so, mostly natives, and then some select fruit-bearing plantings w/ drip 
irrigation.  ?

JC


Kevin Gleason wrote:
> Hi all,
>
> I was wondering if anyone has good advice for creating a garden on a 
> VERY steep slope (more than 45 degrees.)  I'd love some feedback on 
> alternative terracing methods, whether this is too steep for small 
> swales, good soil-holding, drought-tolerant  ground covers and other 
> plants that would be useful and other ideas.  I remember hearing Brock 
> Dolman talking about making retaining walls with burlap tubes filled 
> with soil and a little cement.  Anybody tried it?
>
> Thanks for your help!
> Kevin
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