Transition from Lawn to Woods in Rural Lot
lizzie_nh
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Comments (4)I would like to see shrubs transitioning from clearing to forest - laurel, andromeda, rhododendron, climbing hydrangea on the tree trunks are the first thoughts that come to mind. Create depth by layering and staggering heights and leaving openings, rather than a flat wall. Low shrubs and groundcover can unite the edge of the wooded area and the edge of the lawn, along with your rocks, again not in a line but arranged as naturally as you can. I also would think again about the footbridge and split rail fence -- they seem like mixed metaphors. Consider painting your fence a darker color if you want to downplay the contrast between the two areas. If you can screen the view of the neighboring house, you will increase the sense of a private sanctuary in the forest. Just a warning: beware of planting more more trees. It is easy to eliminate all of your light and be left with few options for those lower stories that are key to fill. I envy you the ability to move rocks like furniture. Have fun!...See Morebest work horse for mowing a rural lot
Comments (6)I would suggest you investigate the DR Power mower/ trimmer line. These are not you typical mowers or trimmers. Both units combined into one. Using a B & S engine with 14" wheels, the trimmer rides on a ball that spins trimmer line. There are various size lines that can be used depending on the material needed to be cut. They also have one model that is self-propelled. I purchased one this spring and use it to trim up the regular lawn areas plus the 1/4 acre patch of weed/ rocks and tree stumps. It works very well. Enjoy the journey. eal51 in western CT...See MoreZenith Zoysia or Latitude 36 in transition zone lawn conversion
Comments (4)Two years later..... I ended up putting a 25' x 25' section of Zenith Zoysia instead of the Bermuda. Since we are in a transition zone and Bermuda is not very common here in residential yards, I couldn't make the leap. I grew it from seed and now in it's second year, it is very thick and looks great. It is very slow to spread however, so I plan on plugging out of the section next year to some bare areas in the yard and also do an overseeing in another large area to get another large pocket going. Part of me wishes I would of gone with the bermuda, mostly because it would take over much faster than the zoysia, but I am sure I would have upset my neighbors in the process....See MoreAdding Trees and Shrubs to Large Rural Lawn
Comments (4)I think you are right, Yardvaark. I checked some landscaping books out of the library yesterday. One by Sally Wasowski looks right up my alley - gardening with native plants in the South. This is definitely a good day to be working inside....See Morelizzie_nh
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