What was once a forgotten area of this yard is now thriving with plants specifically chosen to flourish in shady, high-acidity conditions (figure A). By adding some well-placed furnishings, you can heighten the style and drama of your "ancient" garden. Possible "artifacts" to use include sculpture, antique tools or found objects. Artistic pieces like these help continue the garden's theme and make each design special (figure B). FYI: - Consider adding one or more large potted plants to the garden. These pots help accent the design and bring needed height and texture, especially to newly planted gardens (figure C).
- Since debris was removed prior planting, it is especially important to mulch the area to dress the soil surface. To save money on mulch, use wood shavings from tree -trimming companies.
Expert tip (Kristin Cantrell, Monrovia Growers): Some understory options for gardeners in the Southeast are camellias, rhododendrons and azaleas. These plants like shade and acidic soil and can be complemented with small ground-hugging perennials.
GUESTS :
Kristin Cantrell
Plant Specialist (SE Regions), Monrovia Growers
Monrovia Nursery
E-mail: kcantrell@monrovia.com
Website: www.monrovia.com
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