The next area is a 'shade area' which is appropriate because we receive a lot of questions on our web site about plants ideal for shade. Chris, too, receives a lot of
questions about what to do with shade. This garden was planted in 1 day about 9 years ago. They went for as much color as was possible and there are a lot of things that can
grow in shade that are wonderful, interesting plants. There is much more than just texture and green. For example, the Helleborus which will start blooming in February and
they have Tricyrtis that blooms up until frost. And they have many plants that bloom in between, plants like Toad Lilies that bloom in late fall.
By Natalie Carmolli, Proven Winners® ColorChoice® Shrubs
For decades boxwood has been one of the most reliable structural shrubs in gardens and landscapes. Then came a series of challenges that caused many to reconsider this classic shrub. That outlook began to shift about six years ago. And boxwoods have come a long way. To learn more click here for an interesting and informative article.
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