We have a steep sloped yard that we've recently semi-terraced with boulders (photo attached). I'd like a relatively monotone green and white look. So far, I plan to plant a bunch of Incrediball hydrangea, boxwood, and Iceberg rose shrubs. I'm also thinking of selecting a green or green-and-white variegated grass, a dwarf evergreen tree or two, and maybe some burning bush for some bright fall color. My question: There is a strip of non-terraced ground underneath the trees (Cherry and birch) on the right. I'd like to plant a hedge of shrubs that both matches my green/white design, will do well on a slope like that, and will crowd out weeds. Any suggestions? Zone 6A, sandy soil, with overhead sprinkling. Any other ideas for the project are welcome! Thanks.
The only concern I have would be that your hydrangeas would get too much sun, but as long as the area remains mostly shaded it can be fine.
Ultimately, you have many, many choices for your area, and what you choose will be solely up to your taste.
I can include a few articles that will help, though:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/design/lideas/hillside-rock-gardens.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/slope-hill/plants-that-grow-on-slopes.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/gardening-by-zone/zone-6/zone-6-hydrangea-care.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/gardening-by-zone/zone-6/plants-for-zone-6.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/gardening-by-zone/zone-6/zone-6-native-plants.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/gardening-by-zone/zone-6/zone-6-hedge-plants.htm
This beautiful tree looks sick but I dont know where to begin...what kind of tree is it? What can I do to help it? Or are they supposed to look like this?
It appears to be an ornamental plum tree! It also appears quite healthy! It may have sustained some bark damage at one time. Mulching can help, in this case.
Here is an article that will help you with their care: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/plum/purple-leaf-plum-care.htm
Hello! I have a couple of shrubs in my yard that are browning and there are some spots where the pines have fallen off completely. One shrub wasso bad that I was able to scoop all the dead stuff off and now there is a hole in the shrub but the surrounding area looks healthy. I was wondering about what is causing the browning. And if the dead parts will grow back. I’m not sure what type of shrubs they are. Thanks!
Ultimately, this is caused by something that inhibits the roots from normal activity. Usually rotting roots.
This article will help you to find out what treatment options are available to you:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/pine/pine-tree-browning.htm
If i can graft the infected cultivar bud wood on the negative root stock will then discover later that my bud wood was infected then i cut off the grafting union. Does that mean the root stock is also infected?
The disease is usually transmitted during the grafting process. When any signs of the disease develop, the tree should be removed to prevent further infection of other trees. Avocado plants are highly susceptible.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/avocado/sunblotch-in-avocado-plants.htm
what kind of small trees can I plant in my yard in Florida zone 9?
You have much to choose from in your location! These articles will help:
I am not able to find anyone with my local Cooperative Extension Office who is familiar with this process. Is there some resource information available that would also have photos of this procedure? Is it correct to trim the entire length of the twigs that are to lie flat on the tree trunk? Do I need to use a number of twigs that is sufficient for the twigs to stand right next to the other for the complete circumference of the girdled area? Any other information would be greatly appreciated. Thank you very much.
This website will offer detailed information on performing a bridge graft. Just make sure to use the same wood that the tree is, or else the graft will not take.
https://www.canr.msu.edu/news/bridge_grafting_as_a_life_saving_procedure_for_trees
The neighbour's at the end of our garden have planted high trees on the fence. They are over 12ft high and always hanging over our fence and shed. We can trim tgem up so far but the tops are out of reach. The neighbour's said that they look OK from their side. He came round to have a look but have done nothing about it. It completely overshadows everything we plant in the end border and obviously takes the goodness out of the soil. One us a pine tree. What can we do! Unfortunately I can't get the top of our 6 ft fence and the top of their trees in together. Jasmin Rowland
Unfortunately, your laws are probably different than ours here in the US. I would consult with your local authority or council on this one.