§ 8178-8.4.1.4. Groundcover.

a.

Groundcover, when established, can prevent the germination of weeds, protect soil from erosion and water loss, provide habitat and cover for beneficial insects, and function as an attractive element within a landscape.

b.

Groundcover shall be incorporated into the landscape area using the following standards:

c.

Irrigated groundcovers may be planted from root cuttings or applied as hydromulch.

d.

Groundcover applied as hydromulch is subject to the following:

1.

The hydromulch must be comprised of a locally-indigenous native seed mix.

2.

Hydromulch seeds should be applied following the first measurable rainfall in the fall of the year or a temporary irrigation method shall be provided to ensure germination and initial growth.

3.

Such planting shall be adequate to provide ninety (90) percent coverage within ninety (90) days. Additional applications shall be repeated as necessary to provide such coverage.

e.

Manufactured (human-made) slopes shall be planted with groundcover. See Section 8178-8.4.2.5.1.c. Revegetation of Disturbed Areas, Manufactured Slopes.

(Ord. No. 4492, § 6, 6-21-2016)