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- Q.Ground Cover - I am in zone 6. I have a 65' x 45' lot behind my privacy fence. I would ...
- Q.Cemetery Planting - My mum & dad are both buried and have a small area for planting. I have absolutely no knowledge of ...
- Q.Covering For 3 Large Jersey Wall Blocks - I would like suggestions for plants that will cover 3 large jersey wall blocks. I prefer perennials. I am in ...
- Q.River Bank Plants - What are some of the plants typically found on river banks in Indiana?
- Q.Plants For Shade - I have a very shady area near a brick wall that gets no sun at all what can I grow ...
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Cormac on
February 4, 2018
NYC 10011 (Zone 7b)Q.Indoor, non-direct sunlight vines for zone 7b
I live in Manhattan, New York City (Hardiness zone 7b). I don't have any outdoor space (although I do a lot with window boxes. I have a space where I want to put an arbor and grow a vine, but it is indoors in a location that rarely gets direct sunlight (though it gets a lot of indirect due to a sky light and large north-facing window). Steam heat and no air conditioning means the space is dry and drafty in the winter and hot and humid in the summer. I've see articles about indoor vines, but they usually specify zone 8 or higher. Can you recommend vines that can grow in such non-direct sunlight, indoor conditions this far north?
Answered by
BushDoctor on
February 4, 2018
Certified ExpertA.You can grow any of those zone 8 vines indoors as well. The zone only refers to temperature. It is unlikely that it will get as cold as your true zone inside so you are not limited here. In fact, these will be a much better fit than zone 7 plants, as those will actually require some of those colder temperatures to go dormant.
In the long run, you will be best off using those vines for the higher zones.
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- Asked by
MLB on
February 4, 2018
40206Q.Ground Cover
What is a low maintenance, fast growing ground cover?
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
February 5, 2018
Certified ExpertA.This will completely depend on your location, or USDA zone. The only thing I can do is give you a link to some articles that will help until I know which zone you are in. Then I can further help you to find plants for your area. Here is the link:
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MLB on
February 6, 2018
40206Q.Ground Cover
I am in zone 6. I have a 65' x 45' lot behind my privacy fence. I would like to use a low maintenance , fast growing ground cover in that area. Thanks.
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MLB on
February 6, 2018A.Thanks, that sounds like it might be a good fit for what I need.
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MichiganDot on
February 6, 2018A.Be careful what you ask for! Any "fast-growing" plant is going to spread into adjacent areas. You don't mention how much sun the area gets or type of soil. Another consideration is how much you want to spend. You can search for groundcovers in your state or check your state extension service for recommendations. Given how large the area is, I recommend a product called Eco-Grass. https://www.prairiemoon.com/eco-grass-low-maintenance-lawn-alternative.html
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Baloo62 on
February 8, 2018
Kingston upon ThamesQ.Cemetery planting
My mum & dad are both buried and have a small area for planting. I have absolutely no knowledge of gardening and can’t tell the difference between a plant and a weed. I am looking for some suggestions of type of plant that would be ok for the grave. It would have to be a hardy plant to withstand the weather and preferably something that crows do not like as Kingston cemetery has an abundance of crows that destroy plants and flowers. Thank you in advance for any suggestions
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
February 8, 2018
Certified ExpertA.This can be a hard one. You may want to go with a native plant in container. You wouldn't want to introduce something that will be an invasive species. That will be one of the few things that do well would be a weed. Depending on your area, there are many different options. Can you tell me about the climate, and temperatures?
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February 9, 2018 - Asked by
Mona Marsico on
February 12, 2018
29526Q.Covering for 3 large jersey wall blocks
I would like suggestions for plants that will cover 3 large jersey wall blocks. I prefer perennials. I am in Zone 8 Horry County SC.
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
February 12, 2018
Certified ExpertA.There are a few surefire ways to go about this. I like using Virginia creeper for this purpose, but if you want something that will almost remain green year round you can choose something such as Honeysuckle. If you want something for year round, then there are many species of ivy that will be well suited for the purpose.Here is an article for even more suggestions: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/vines/ovgen/covering-brick-walls-with-vines.htm
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February 14, 2018Q.river bank plants
What are some of the plants typically found on river banks in Indiana?
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Downtoearthdigs on
February 14, 2018A.Here is a link that may help you.
http://www.indiana.edu/~clp/documents/Aquatic_Plant_Materials/Common_Navtive_and_Exotic_Aquatic_Plants_IN.pdfI would also advise you to contact your County Extension Office. They are a valuable tool and can help you with information specific to your region.
Here is a link to help you find your nearest office.
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Anonymous on
February 15, 2018Q.Plants for shade
I have a very shady area near a brick wall that gets no sun at all what can I grow ,not too big but will give some colour
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
February 16, 2018A.Foliage plants typically do better in deep shade than plants grown for their flowers. See the list of foliage plants in this article (some of which have interestingly-colored leaves):
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/shade/finding-a-shade-loving-plant.htmThese articles will also give you some ideas:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/info/what-is-full-shade.htm
http://www.extension.umn.edu/garden/yard-garden/landscaping/gardening-in-shade/
http://www.clemson.edu/extension/hgic/plants/other/landscaping/hgic1716.htmlWas this answer useful?00
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