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Hillside nightmare - HELP

comments (4) September 25th, 2011 in gallery

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I am in the process of cleaning out this sloped area at the end of my driveway - I am taking out the junipers because I don't like them. Any suggestions on other shrub options. Area is approximately 10 yards by 5 yards. Thanks much.

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trashywoman62 writes: Just my 2 cents on how to keep the plants in the ground after you decide what to plant!! I saw, maybe in my Fine Gardening magazine, an article that suggested covering the area with burlap and pinning it down with those landscape staples and then cutting small holes with scissors in an "X" to plant in. The burlap holds the soil and plant in heavy rains, allows the rain and air to flow through and is brown so no ugly black landscape fabric flagging through mulch. Posted: 11:44 pm on March 5th
Plant_Merrily writes: The question depends entirely on style, zone, how much light it truly receives, and maintenance investment. What does the rest of your yard look like? Are you tying it in? Or going to try and start here and move to the rest of the yard.

If I may speculate, you are looking to remove the junipers, replacing them with a more dynamic and still low maintenance (it is a steep hill) combination. The suggestions above are excellent. Might I add the following.

Perhaps costs are an issue, but have you considered a natural looking waterfall? It would be perfect. You could wind it down between the shrubs you decide on. You might even extend the bed down to a pool and continue to plant there.

A final note, I would caution using any plant that will become large. The angle of the hill is perfect way to play with perspective. I would consider a large number of smaller plants with a sprinkling of larger ones, for a more natural and spacious look. If you are interested in a more contemporary look, choose a few types that make you happy (and fit the site) and use them in mass. These are just few ideas. I must say I’m jealous of the site; it’s perfect for putting more ‘middle of the bed’ plants at eye level. It would be perfect for a water feature. Good luck!
Posted: 6:26 am on November 12th
Eluna writes: use a taller plants in back (next to that fence) and go lover as you go down .....I can see that there is a big shade in corner - be sure to use shade tolerant plants there, such as hosta's, those will also brighten up this area ....some rose shrub will add some elegance (Deep secret rose you can use as a focal point) .....

in general, it all depends on zone you are in, type of the soil and what you like - flowers or just something green and interesting :)) Posted: 6:36 pm on October 1st
cxsdia writes: Grasses. Daylilies. Stonecrop sedum in between. You could terrace it, too, and make two level garden areas. Posted: 9:40 pm on September 25th
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