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Looking for recommendations for perennial shrubs to plant in my front yard (rock landscaping). Ideally something that is low maintenance and can be s...
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Shrub recommendations needed #866382
Asked April 29, 2024, 7:16 PM EDT
Looking for recommendations for perennial shrubs to plant in my front yard (rock landscaping). Ideally something that is low maintenance and can be shapely as the other existing shrubs (staying) are a little kittywampus. I’ve circled the areas in red that need replacements (6 total).
Hennepin County Minnesota
Expert Response
I will suggest some shrubs that might serve your purpose, but there are endless possibilities, and what to plant where for the best effect is a design challenge best met with the help of a landscape design specialist. Shrubs, perennials and ornamental grasses could be combined to enhance the home's foundation.
Some full service garden centers employ design specialists who will visit the site and create a plan for you. The cost of that service is often reduced or waived when plants needed to implement the plan are purchased from the center.
In any case, please consider information at the following websites before you proceed.
https://www.pbs.org/video/prairie-yard-garden-shrubs-foundation/
https://www.finegardening.com/project-guides/gardening-basics/rethinking-foundation-plantings
https://www.monrovia.com/be-inspired/design-school-foundation-plantings.html
Some shrubs to consider:
Evergreens: Bird's nest spruce, globe arborvitae, dwarf mugo pine, Siberian cypress
Deciduous: Dwarf Korean lilac, Viburnum trilobum (compact),
Hydrangea, weigela, inkberry, barberry, Japanese spirea, red twig dogwood
Some full service garden centers employ design specialists who will visit the site and create a plan for you. The cost of that service is often reduced or waived when plants needed to implement the plan are purchased from the center.
In any case, please consider information at the following websites before you proceed.
https://www.pbs.org/video/prairie-yard-garden-shrubs-foundation/
https://www.finegardening.com/project-guides/gardening-basics/rethinking-foundation-plantings
https://www.monrovia.com/be-inspired/design-school-foundation-plantings.html
Some shrubs to consider:
Evergreens: Bird's nest spruce, globe arborvitae, dwarf mugo pine, Siberian cypress
Deciduous: Dwarf Korean lilac, Viburnum trilobum (compact),
Hydrangea, weigela, inkberry, barberry, Japanese spirea, red twig dogwood