I’m Struggling With Finalizing My Plant List

Question

Hi everyone! Looking for some help and feedback from a expert gardener 🪴 I’m located in Washington, Zone 8b I’m struggling with actually finalizing my plant list and coming up with an overall design for my east facing shady garden. I’m on trial number three 🙃 and really want my garden to thrive this year. Anyone want to take a stab at this layout? Thank you so much in advance 🙌🏻 I’m eagerly waiting to hear back 🩷

Answer 1

Hello:

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Your plant list looks good but I will caution you that periwinkle is considered an invasive vine. The rose needs full sun which is 6 to 8 hours. I will include some ideas for part sun to replace the rose. You should be able to get two camellias in but be sure they don't shade the third shrub unless it prefers shade.

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/abelia/planting-abelia-bushes.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/hydrangea/care-for-oakleaf-hydrangea.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/shgen/shade-loving-shrubs.htm