A more invasive option is to raise the garage and put in some concrete blocks.
Ground level wood siding.
Keep siding at least 6 above fround level and certainly never bury siding at wall bottoms.
No wood comes anywhere close to the ground.
Realize the building code is a set of minimum standards.
Above ground treated lumber can be used in applications that are easily maintained or replaced can only be used in applications more than 6 from the ground can only be used when the wood has proper ventilation and drainage see more uses for above ground treated lumber.
Many homeowners save from installation costs by installing their own wood siding.
But don t dig it so low that the ground is pitched toward the garage.
The bottom 3 feet above ground level is concrete foundation.
Also you should direct roof spillage and surface runoff water away from the building in order to avoid insect rot infestation and damage.
It s enough to make homeowners feel secure and grounded in their own homes.
Mike the building code here in the usa used to say that wood siding must be 6 inches above grade.
You just barely pass.
That means if you place the siding 6 inches above the ground you get a 70 percent on the test.
Any clearance is better than none.
The ground should be dug lower so it s not touching the siding anymore.
Wood siding stucco vinyl brick all siding should ideally have at least 6 to 8 inches clearance above the ground.
Keep it up the 10 inches like the vinyl.
Inspect during different times of the day keep plants and trees away check water drainage adjusting sprinklers adding not burying your siding below the ground s surface with grade shown below.
Wood siding is a popular option for home exteriors because of its timeless classic look.
If the adjacent ground is concrete such as part of a patio or a sidewalk it still requires the same clearance as bare earth.