Diane I ran regular hoses from faucets to weepers. I'm not quite clear on your bed specifics, but depending on what you've got in terms of garden borders, hedges, and other cover plants you could try the following strategy. I had a client with a slope behind her house and a narrow fenced bed running along the side property. The faucet was on the side of the house. We ran a discreetly-colored hose through the narrow bed and down to the weepers. I staked it, threw mulch over it, and left it in place. I coiled the other end of the hose and stuffed it behind some shrubs. When needed, it was easy to uncoil those few feet and hook it up to the water source. When not it use, it was virtually invisible. I also peeled back lawns or dug under pathways, ran PVC through shallow trenches, and snaked hoses through the pipes. I only recommend this method for short distances. Does this help at all, Diane? Thoughts from Catspa or Hoovb? Carol

If you live in New York as suggested in your name, you might want to search on cliffandjoann. They built a stunningly beautiful pond and have explained the details. They say that some of their plants are in pots. I use impatiens and am under the impression that they will grow without much actual soil. It is certainly true for water cress (from the grocery store) anchored directly in flowing water. For something larger, sweet flag will certainly work. You can also use vines or other plants growing beside or near the area. You can also add logs or other natural materials for interest and coverage.

Sledgehammer to heads. I am not about to lose 20k though I am tempted. Because the space already SUCKS. I never wanted a window and argued against it, but everyone else wanted it. Such a waste of space. The original plan looked acceptable because all the cabinets were lined up. Did not reflect reality. See below. They did not include dimensions either so who can even tell what is going on. My husband had to move the hood up because his head hits it. Note that they did not even use the right appliance dimensions or type. The fridge fits all wrong. I just have to try and line things up at the top. hits it.

For perennials I would recommend you fork the slope and then "mulch" with mushroom manure. For annuals I suggest you spread a couple inches of mushroom manure or manure and then till with a spade. At the bottom of the slope leave a furrow to collect any soil that will seep down the slope. Mulch as soon as you plant using bark or wood chips. If in your area you need to use lime, you'll probably need a little extra for bark and wood chips. Don't run equipment on slopes steeper than recommended for that equipment. I believe it's 15% for riding mowers. From my experience mulch will hold on a steep slope. It's only stone that will tend to move.