See https://www.amleo.com/item.cgi?cmd=view&Words=c4180

"Biodegradable excelsior blanket with netting, for temporary erosion control
and as an aid in speedy revegetation of slopes and waterways. Clings to soil
with "barbed" fibers that reduce soil loss and strengthen its foundation.
Retains moisture and provides a protective blanket for germinating seeds.
Contains NO weed seeds, created from aspen wood fibers, a renewable
resource. Acts as a mulch, and adds valuable nutrients to the soil during
breakdown. 80% six-inch long or longer fibers. Consistent thickness,
conforms to soil surfaces. Natural green in color. No chemical additives...
Extruded polypropylene netting on one side breaks down in sunlight (short
30-60 day life-cycle netting), Fibers are curled Great Lakes Aspen
Excelsior, interlocking with barbed edges..."

Typically it's used overtop of grass seed, but you can also pin it down, cut
'X' slits in the material, and plant in your groundcovers through it, then
mulch on top. Another type of blanket is 'jutte cloth' or 'jutte fiber'.

Typical 'workhorse' groundcovers for the conditions you describe include
prostrate junipers, various grasses, creeping or groundcover thymes, ivy,
ajuga, etc. I like to sometimes use a mass of color, such as multiple 'Blue
Rug' junipers, interspersed with a differing color such as 'Daub's Frosted'
for a nice effect...

Dave

"DavesVideo" wrote in message
...
Dave said:

Your best bet might be to first lay down an erosion control blanket like
Curlex, through which you can then plant your groundcover. The blanket
will
stabilize the soil until the roots can spread enough to do the job.

Never heard of it, but assume that it is a fiber material that will
decompose
once roots are established. Is it something that most nurseries are likely
to
have?

Still would like to know what ground cover to plant on it.


Dave
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