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Gardening Know How Questions & Answers - https://questions.gardeningknowhow.comI have a long narrow planter that is under the over-hang of the house. For years there were taxus planted there with no problem. They got very little water only from rain and then morning sun. I took them all out several years ago due to age; they were only about 2 ft tall. Nothing will grow there. Purchased daylilies that did nothing. Should I put taxus back in? The old ones were shaped into a long rectangle box, which I did not like. I love knockout roses but don’t know if they will get enough water. Appreciate your help.
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1 Comment To "Taxus or knockout roses"
#1 Comment By Downtoearthdigs On 02/09/2016 @ 10:07 pm
I would start with replenishing and amending the soil in the planter.
It is likely in need of some organic material to provide the necessary nutrients for plant success.
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Knockout Roses would not be a good choice for your shaded area.
They would need a full sun location.
Here is a link with more information.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/knockout-roses/care-knockout-roses.htm [4]
If you had success with Taxus Yew shrubs you certainly could replant. Perhaps a new variety that may give you new look. Sunburst is a spectacular variety.
Here is more information.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/yew/growing-yew-shrubs.htm [5]
Here are some more articles on shade loving plants.
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