Grass is pest-resistant and mowed to the proper height. Turfgrass is suited to the site but is well-fertilized and mowed short. Grass type is not suited to available light, soil type or climate. Grass is pest-prone and mowed too short. Low Medium High Ground cover and other plantings Ground covers, flowers, trees and shrubs are planted to reduce soil erosion.
Plantings resist insects and disease.
A slow-spreading ground cover is used. A hilly landscape or lack of ground cover causes soil erosion. Dog, cat and other pet manures are added to the pile. The pile is less than 50 feet from a shallow well or surface water. Low Medium High Water requirements of plants Grass, flowers, trees and shrubs are able to survive with normal rainfall.