Need help planning Native Borders
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Comments (13)I like the bloom and foliage of Judd Viburnum, but it doesn't seem tall enough for being in the background. (The scent alone makes it worth a position somewhat forward.) Some of the other plants you mention seem fine. I think the buckthorn 'Fineline' would serve you well. Another thing I'd consider in the mix is Winterberry Holly. Some of the cultivars can be spectacular shows in winter, but might need supplemental water if the soil is dry. One thing I think you will need to factor in is shade produced by the nearby tree. If it produces too much shade on the hedge, you can expect thin, lanky foliage... which will not produce a good screen. You may need to limb the tree up some to get enough sun below its canopy. Also, select varieties that can tolerate less than full sun. Take a look at the Univ. of Ill. shrub selector link below. Here is a link that might be useful: Shrub selector by zone...See MoreHelp plan 20x3' am sun border
Comments (2)Hi Phyl - short for Phyllis I'm guessing??? For starters I would recommend widening your border by at least 3 feet if you can with the driveway there. A little runway strip is never a good look for a garden and the plants get so stressed. Secondly, what type of maple is close by? Is it a Norway or a Silver maple. In both cases you are going to have fierce competition for both sun and water. You might want to consider low water need plants. Is the tree across the drive or on the same side? I know I am asking so many questions but you really need to assess your site before you start picking out plants. You also need to address your soil conditions. Is it wet, dry, what is the pH? With sun only until noon you really should rule out full sun plants. Some may do OK but may flop over or not produce many blooms. You have chosen some good possiblities with heuchera and dicentra, perhaps lobelia with plenty of moisture. They will tolerate shade. Foxglove may be OK if given enough moisture. Everything else is pretty much a full sun plant, especially in your northern location. Down here in the mid-south we have to locate some full sun plants in half-shade to protect them. Do some more homework before you purchase plants, you will not be disappointed that way. Good luck!...See MoreNeed conifer suggestions for border plan...
Comments (4)The woodland (I think) is predominantly Pitch Pine (Pinus rigida) and Scrub Oak (Quercus ilicifolia) with an understory of ferns and Clethra alnifolia. There is also an unidentified maple in there. I think the choices will blend well. I'm not sure if Rhododendron are native to this area, but many are used effectively as woodland transitions in my neighborhood. It's a great question! What do you think? Will the border truly 'blend in?' Here is the space You can see the ferns on the left and the Fringe Tree in the middle and the foundation plants near the house. Everything else is still on the drawing board. Lisa...See MoreNative garden exhibits - need help learning about easements....
Comments (1)Maybe these links will help: Your Conservation Easement Easement Brochure Land Conservancy NJ Green Acres Program...See More- 6 years agolast modified: 6 years agoUser thanked Kaillean (zone 8, Vancouver)
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