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Retaining Walls
Term: Retaining wall
Plant: Pyracantha
PyracanthaFirethorn• Evergreen shrub• USDA Zones 7-10• Height & Spread 10-15’• Full sun – light shade• Has serious thorns – difficult to prune• Grows rapidly• Has orange berries in fall• Uses – Specimen, screen,
espalier
Retaining walls
• Strong walls that interrupt slopes to prevent erosion and provide level areas for planting or use.
Retaining walls
• Must allow for drainage– Water buildup behind the wall will cause
failure
Deadman
• Timber wall require deadmen to tie into the slope
Interlocking block
• New blocks interlock
• Provide support
• Off-set for increased stability
Movie
• Retaining wall - see below
Hardscape project
• I can only get supplies for one project for the group
• Pick a project:– Retaining wall– Patio/walkway– Fence
• Let me know what you decide