A: Consider layering by using shorter plants in the front and taller plants behind. For shorter plants you might use holly fern, coontie or Indian hawthorn. The taller shrubs could be viburnum, oakleaf hydrangea, yellow anise, cleyera, red buckeye ... READ MORE
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Q: What is the real difference between partial shade and partial sun? It seems I am forever transplanting plants because of the light. A: We classify a plant’s light requirements into four categories: full sun, partial sun, partial shade, ... READ MORE
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Q: My septic tank is being moved to the side of my house where I have fruit trees and other plants. How far away from my septic tank should these trees be located? A: Out in cyber-world there is plenty of information regarding the question ... READ MORE
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A: Some possible choices of shrubs are Pittosporum, Yaupon Holly, Lantana, or Silverthorn (Elaeagnus pungens). Ask you local nursery about dwarf varieties which would be a good choice to grow in pots. There are several varieties of Lantana ... READ MORE
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