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wonderpen
Joined: 17 Mar 2003
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Location: Dallas,TEXAS
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| Posted: Mon Mar 27, 2006 12:16 pm Post subject: Looking for shrub with height in shade |
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| Need something (3-4 shrubs) for about 3' wide bed along north facing garage wall. Prefer evergreen, natural/native looking. What about cedars - or do they need more sun?? |
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kbrew
Joined: 17 Mar 2003
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Location: Midlothian,TEXAS
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| Posted: Mon Mar 27, 2006 9:49 pm Post subject: |
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If you don't mind something deciduous, I recommend Turk's Cap or Chili Pequin, though I'm not sure how high you want them.
Unless you are referring to juniper shrubs, cedar trees get 20' wide and 30' tall...probably not a good choice for you, especially in the shade. |
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Kathe Kitchens
Joined: 21 May 2003
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Location: Dallas,TX
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| Posted: Tue Mar 28, 2006 12:28 pm Post subject: Need more information first... |
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How tall would the plants be you are looking for?
Would you prefer something that flowers or is pleasant foliage more important?
There's mahonia, beautyberry, hydrangea, aucuba, red buckeye, and many others. Try to narrow down what you want and you can select from a better short list!
Good luck and have fun!
Kathe :D |
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