Im looking for suggestions on what to plant in the 'lawn' around my newly constructed cabin in NW Wisconsin. The ground in this area is extremely sandy so it dries out quickly. I will be having some topsoil brought in and will try to seed it late this summer. The area will only consist of about a 25' band around the building . My main goal is to just have some ground cover for erosion control and so sand and dirt doesn't get tracked in while using the firepit, etc. I do not want to have to water it after it is established and would prefer minimal mowing if thats possible. I don't think regular turfgrass is the answer as it would require regular watering. Maybe let the native grasses fill in? (I think it's some type of sedge, but I'm not sure what will grow out of the topsoil that is brought in). I'm even thinking something like crabbgrass because it grows low and thick and doesn't need much water, but I believe it is an annual. Appreciate all input.
Jackpine
Jackpine