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Use Appropriate PlantsDecide on plants that will work in your zone and microclimate. By shopping carefully for plants with similar cultural requirements, your plants will be happier and your gardening experience more pleasurable.
© All articles are copyrighted by High Country Gardens. Republication is prohibited without Permission. Use Appropriate PlantsWhen selecting plants for different bedding areas, remain aware of all the cultural requirements of all the plants you want to place together. This means taking into consideration each plant’s preferences for soil type, soil fertility, soil drainage, moisture and exposure to sun. Make sure like-minded plants are grouped together. Those Hot and Sunny SpotsThese areas are typically found on the south and west sides of structures. When planting in these spots, use plants that are drought tolerant and enjoy full sun. Those Cool and Moist SpotsIn shady, slightly moister areas usually near a canale or downspout and usually on the north or east sides of a structure, use plants that require a bit more water and appreciate a bit of afternoon shade. Planning flower beds for “Hardy Garden Perennials” and “Xeric Perennials”Many traditional garden plants (Hardy Garden Perennials ) like Shasta Daisies, Daylilies, Delphinium, Columbines and Garden Phlox grow best in very fertile (compost enriched) soils with good moisture retention. On the other hand many xeric plants like Penstemon, Salvia, Lavender, Russian Sage and Callirhoe (“Xeric Perennials”) require infertile (lean), fast draining soils that don’t stay wet. Keep these important distinctions in mind when planning your flower beds. Place trees in areas where they’ll get some supplemental water from runoff and close enough to the house so you can water them when needed. By shopping carefully for plants with similar cultural requirements, your plants will be happier and your gardening experience more pleasurable. |
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