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Groundcover under deciduous tree
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Posted by dogpurple123 WA Aust (My Page) on Tue, Feb 8, 05 at 14:31
| Does anyone know of good evergreen groundcovers to be planted under a deciduous tree? It doesn't have to be a low one, say anything under 90cm? I was thinking of Ajuga Reptans (Bugleweed) but wasn't sure if that was OK since it may have to take full sun during winter. |
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RE: Groundcover under deciduous tree
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| Should beOK here in WA. Have you thought of trying some bulbs? They only need winter rain, and there are other perennials which could spread there but do not like our summer sun. It will depend a lot on just where in WA you are. There's a pretty perennial Nemesia which seeds easily and smells good, but have you tried a nurssery or Bunnings garden centre where they have a good selection of ground covers and cottage garden plants. There are prostrate Grevilleas which would give you winter colour. |
RE: Groundcover under deciduous tree
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| Thanks Annabel, I think I'll stick with the Ajuga Reptans if you think it will be OK. I'm in Perth. |
RE: Groundcover under deciduous tree
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| I think the ajuga is an excellent plant, there are a few different varieties, variegated, giant, etc, all are great for summer shade and winter sun .Another one you could try is the plectanthrus also many different varieties, the native violet, and some of the small leafed mints if the ground is moist. |
RE: Groundcover under deciduous tree
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| Thanks kirstenZ, now that you brought it to my attention, I am considering the plectanthrus for another part of the garden bed - it's a pretty plant. |
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