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Ground cover #853298

Asked October 17, 2023, 8:48 AM EDT

I have a lot that needs a no maintenance ground cover to deter blowing dirt and weeds. It is in a residential neighborhood. There is no ability to water it. What recommendations do you suggest?

Union County Oregon

Expert Response

Hi Lola, 

Thank you for reaching out.  The following link has a list of ground covers that are considered water-wise for Central Oregon (starting on page 39):  https://catalog.extension.oregonstate.edu/em9136

Hopefully, this list will at least give you some ideas.  I would also recommend following up with the Master Gardeners through the  OSU Extension service in Union county. They will have more knowledge on native plants in your area and what would do well without any supplemental irrigation in your region.   The Union County OSU Extension Service phone number is<personal data hidden>. 

Lisa Cowan

Outreach Program Coordinator – Community Horticulture Program

Oregon State University

OSU Extension Service – Deschutes, Crook, Jefferson Counties

3800 SW Airport Way, Bldg #4

Redmond, OR 97756

Tel.:<personal data hidden> (direct line) I<personal data hidden> (x79590 - main line)

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An Ask Extension Expert Replied October 25, 2023, 3:09 PM EDT

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