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  • Answered by
    BushDoctor on
    September 15, 2017
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    Many pines have a taproot system, meaning that it won't shoot as many lateral roots that may want to grow through your swimming pool. When you think about planting something, just make sure it doesn't drop leaves everywhere. That might be rough cleaning out of the pool.

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    MichiganDot on
    September 20, 2017
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    Anything with thorns will slow down but not prohibit escape. Without knowing your location, specific plant recommendations aren't possible. Research hedgerow.

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    September 18, 2017
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    I would recommend a climbing rose named Awakening or perhaps an English rose named Crown Princess Margareta.
    I love Clematis for trellises. They are hardy and can live for many years, and there are a multitude of species and varieties with beautiful flowers. They are not scented but are very colorful:
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/vines/clematis/growing-clematis.htm
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/vines/clematis/growing-clematis-in-pots.htm

    Most Jasmine varieties are not winter hardy, but a few are. Jasmine would be one of the most fragrant options.
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/jasmine/winterizing-jasmine-plants.htm

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    BushDoctor on
    September 19, 2017
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    I recommend Virginia creeper. It will do wonderfully in your area. Also, Sweet potatoes come in several colors and shapes, if you wanted to to towards the edible side of things. Another option would be to try hops. Those will do wonderfully there.

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    MichiganDot on
    September 20, 2017
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    Grass and the invasive groundcovers are the only ones that tolerate heavy foot traffic. If the ground isn't wet and soft, several groundcovers can take occasional walking, say once or twice daily. These include thyme and other small-leaved plants like oregano, sedums and Campanula poscharskyana. If you live in a wet area, mosses tolerate some traffic as well. If you place stepping stones, options for plants that can grow between the stones increase since they aren't taking a direct hit from walkers. Avoid using plants like creeping jenny and ajuga unless you know they are not invasive in your area. Check your region's invasive species network for a current list.

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    September 28, 2017
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    I don't have direct experience with this, but from my reading, laterite slopes can be stabilized or rehabilitated using some ground covers and some small shrubs. Look into Stylosanthes hamata and the other plants mentioned in the attached file. There may also be tropical grasses that will grow on this type of soil. Consulting a local expert (for example at an agricultural university) might be the best option
    https://mail.google.com/mail/u/3/?tab=wm#search/What+type+of+ground+cover+seed+will+grow+best+for+laterite+slope%3F/1576ac47fb35d5a1?projector=1

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    MichiganDot on
    September 27, 2017
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    Will you repost and include where you live, how large is the area, how steep is the slope, how many hours daily of direct sunlight does it get and how you plan to keep seed from washing out in heavy rain. Plants in the USA are on sale now and you may be able to put in some plants.

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    BushDoctor on
    October 1, 2017
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    I would recommend pachysandra. It is well suited for this environment. Here is a link for more information: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/groundcover/pachysandra/pachysandra-ground-cover.htm

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