Groundcell is known as one of the most effective means of protecting roots and preventing soil erosion. While the rigid structure ensures even weight distribution on the surface above. The underlayer of permeable pockets allows for healthy plant growth. It has a wide array of applications. But the majority of people only see Groundcell as a driveway solution. So, how else can you use Groundcell to landscape your property?
Three Unusual Ways to Use Groundcell in Modern Landscaping
Flower bank creation
More often than not, where there’s a steep bank in a garden, it’s either left to go wild or grass covered. Using Groundcell, you can turn it into a more cultivated area. Because the pockets prevent exposed soil from being eroded, you have a number of options. You could simply clear it and plant wildflowers. Depending on the choice of wildflower – annual or perennial – they can be extremely low maintenance. Simply strim and clear annually, and the job is done. Or, you can use the pockets to plant small bulbs – crocus, dwarf iris, narcissi, muscari – which will come back year after year.
Pondside reinforcement and planting
If you have a steep sided pond – as many do when they dig deep for a natural lining – it can be tricky to make it look pretty. Plants may not take hold. And the exposed soil will quickly erode in the rain. By installing Groundcell in the area above the water level, you can help to keep the soil in place, while providing planting pockets. Helping to create a more attractive and natural-looking environment. And if you leave a few pockets empty, you could even create habitat for toads and other wildlife.
Heavily used areas of the garden
Family gardens take a lot of punishment. Grass doesn’t stand a chance under bike wheels and ride on diggers! As for the area under the trampoline legs, the repeated impacts can destroy tree roots. This is where groundcell can be used for tree root protection, something you should definitely consider if the trees in your garden often act as an apparatus during your child’s playtime!
Groundcell is strong and durable, and helps to give that durability to parts of the garden that may need additional support. While there’s no denying that it’s a fantastic resource, especially for protecting tree roots, there are so many other uses for it.
Find out more about Groundcell, available from Beauxfort.
