shaded area

shaded area

Asked on 15 Apr, 2008

we have a shaded area to the east side of our house, with a fence at the south end . so the area just in front of the fence is totally in the shade.we would like to plant up this area with evergreen shrubs , but are unsure what, if anything will florish here.if you look at my garden photos you can see the fence next to the house, it's the other side i am looking to plant up.ideally 5-6 feet in hieght , and then i should have enough room for 3 or 4 more going towards the front of the house, and this does get the early sun. any suggestions gratefully received

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Bonkersbon

15 Apr, 2008

Hi Steve how robust your fence?If solid closeboard plank fence then hydrangea petiolaris white climbing hydrangea would be a good choice.it self clings however so not recommended for panel fences which often need replacing.
If this the case then range of shrubs such as Acuba spotted laurel
Skimmia,Mahonia ,Berberis , Pieris - if soil permits Camellia , Rhododendron likewise ,forget if on chalky soil.
As sun reaches spot could try Leycesteria Formosa
-himalayan honeysuckle and Tamarisk and sure theres plenty more others will recommend so dont despair .

Steve

16 Apr, 2008

thanks bonkersbon , the fence panels are hurdle and should last some time, they are four years old and weathering nicely. like the mahonia , as do the birds , so may go for this idea, will try the local garden centres over the weekend.

Steve

25 Apr, 2008

thanks for the reply bonkerson , i have gone with the mahonia , which i got from a local garden centre, in a large pot and already 2feet tall. planted up and looks good, planted a hydrangea the other end of the bed, and will finish off with an evergreen , possibly a viburnum , in the middle. will take a photo soon , so you can see what the results are.

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