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Part shade to shade winter interest suggestions with pictures
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Posted by ally_ld 6 PA (My Page) on Sun, Oct 14, 07 at 17:19
| I am looking for some suggestions for shrubs in a part-shade to shady area, under high-branched ash trees, decent soil, eastern exposure, morning filtered sun, late afternoon filtered sun, pretty protected area. I am looking for winter interest, as well as good growth habits for all seasons. The background is Hemlocks and Nellie Stevens Hollys (neighbors)which makes for a great dark green situation. I view it mostly from my deck so I see it all the time. The area I need ideas on is infront of the hemlocks over (left) to the ash and yew. Approx 40 linear ft. Maybe 8 to 10 shrubs or less.
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Thanks in advance for any ideas.
Ally
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RE: Part shade to shade winter interest suggestions with picture
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| Azaleas, rhododendrons, Sarcococca hookeriana humilis, Hellebores, Arum italicum pictum, Mahonia repens. Corylopis for shape and late winter/early spring bloom. |
RE: Part shade to shade winter interest suggestions with picture
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I would strongly consider a Pieris (Pieris japonica). This is a very "showy" shrub that keeps its foliage through the winter. Very colourful, spring foliage with racemes of white bell shaped flowers. It benefits in a protected, shady situation.
"Google" the above shrub for more information. Ian |
RE: Part shade to shade winter interest suggestions with picture
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| Agree with the previous posts. I would also add Kalmias (Mountain Laurel) and hardy Camellias. |
RE: Part shade to shade winter interest suggestions with picture
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Camellias.
Ice Angels.
Tall, evergreen all year, beautiful foliage, blooms through the winter.
I wish I had part shade, I would have one. |
RE: Part shade to shade winter interest suggestions with picture
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Thank you butterfly, ians_gardener and laceyvail for your great ideas. It is really appreciated.
Ally |
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