Fascine Bundles

Live Fascine Uses

Live fascines are sold in bundles of 25 dormant, living woody cuttings, usually a mixture of elderberry, buttonbush, red maple, willow, or dogwood, used in ecological restoration and bioengineering projects.

When installed correctly, they develop a strong and durable root system, sprout, and create a living plant system that stabilizes soil, strengthens streambanks and slopes, and controls erosion over the long term through natural growth.

Dead Fascine Uses

Dead fascines are bundles of non-living woody material used for temporary erosion and sediment control. They slow water flow and trap soil during construction or site disturbance, but they do not take root or grow. Over time, dead fascia break down and are meant to give short-term surface protection instead of lasting stabilization.

What Do Fascines Offer For Streambanks and Soil Erosion

In summary, the live fascia bundles provide long-term stabilization, whereas the dead fasciae offer short-term support at a much lower price. The best option depends on whether the project aims for ecological restoration or just temporary erosion control.

We Combine a Mixture of Plants For Our Fascines

Common species used in mixed may include native Black and Silky willows, as well as Sandbar willows, which root quickly and excel in wet or riparian areas. Additionally, dogwoods (such as silky or roughleaf) are valued for their dense root systems and soil-binding properties. Buttonbush or may be included in wetter sites to improve bank stability, while elderberry or ninebark can add resilience on slightly drier slopes and transition zones.

We are unable to offer you an exact species on fascine bundles, but we have over 68 years of experience selling restoration plants and will guarantee that you select the species best suited for your needs. These do not have roots; they are harvested as cutting stock with some branches bundled together.