Abundant Life Greenhouse | Landscaping Services in Shanks, WV 26761

The first step is to improve your soil structure. We recommend starting with a soil test, which we can help you with, to understand its needs. Then, we'll guide you on aerating the compacted areas and incorporating organic matter or specific soil amendments available at our greenhouse. This creates a healthy foundation before selecting the right grass seed or ground cover plants suited for our local climate.

For challenging soils, we focus on hardy, deep-rooted varieties that can break up compaction over time. Great choices for our area include tomatoes, peppers, beans, and leafy greens like kale and Swiss chard. We also recommend starting with raised beds filled with our premium garden mix, which gives you immediate control over soil quality and is an excellent solution for overcoming local soil issues for a bountiful harvest.

Absolutely. We specialize in selecting native and adapted perennials, shrubs, and groundcovers that establish strong root systems to hold soil and outcompete weeds. Plants like creeping phlox, sedum, or native grasses are excellent for stabilizing slopes and filling in areas prone to erosion or bare patches. Stop by, and we'll walk you through the best low-maintenance, resilient options for your specific yard in Shanks.