retaining wall planter

8 inch retaining wall, capped

8 inch retaining wall, capped- with planter

8 inch retaining wall- with planter

4 inch block- great for small planters

4 inch block- raised planter

8 inch block wall

6 inch block- wall and steps

6 inch block- wall and steps

6 inch Geogrid reinforced wall

6 inch Geogrid reinforced wall

6 and 3 inch block- Mosaic

A planter constructed with 6 Inch block. The steps to the left are also constructed using the same block and caps for the treads.

8 Inch block, Geogrid reinforced wall, and capped for a finished look. Note the wall is stepped instead of sloped, where a grade change takes place.

8 inch block, Geogrid reinforced wall, with caps and a built in planter. Skilful planning and placement of block create a smooth transition where the planter fades back into the wall.

An 8 inch retaining wall and a paver patio, complete with a built in planter. The planter eliminates flower pots and adds character.

4 inch block works well with small planters and walls, up to two feet in height. The blocks smaller size allows for a tighter radius, and no capping is needed.

A raised planter can add both character and texture to your landscape.

8 inch block is used here to create a terraced planter, steps and a entrance. Note the wall is stepped as the grade changes. Sloping yards are easily converted into level with retaining walls.

Sloping back yards are converted to usable space, by terracing as shown here. Steps are constructed using the same wall materials, and caps for the treads. Built in steps, or exposed steps are easily constructed.

Adding landscaping to the top terrace, and wall perimeter adds the finishing touch. It also serves as a deterrent to keep people away from the edge. Walls with tall heights may require a fence or railing.

Most 6 and 8 inch block walls can be constructed with little or no batter, providing the correct installation of Geogrid. When properly installed, walls up to 60 feet tall are possible.

This wall is reinforced with Geogrid, and terraced. Upon completion, a driveway will be added to the yard above. This wall will easily support the added surcharge and weight of the vehicles. Knowing the intended use of the area to be retained is very important during the design of a retaining wall.

Retaining wall block come in many shapes and sizes. This system uses three seperate sized block, installed in a pattern to create a mosaic. Walls with a random pattern resemble hand laid look.