What Plants Grow Best Under Cedar Tree

Question

we r filling in under 35ft.tree with rock garden. it is trimmed up to 8-10ft. looking to add colorful plants. area is mostly shade and we don\’t clear away fallen needles

Answer 1

You have many choices available to you, actually! The best plants will be things that will tolerate acidic, poor soils. There are many plants and shrubs that will do well in these areas. Here are some articles that will offer suggestions:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/groundcover/pachysandra/pachysandra-ground-cover.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/groundcover/monkey-grass/monkey-grass-a-spectacular-groundcover-for-the-lawn.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/azalea/azaleas-noteworthy-shrubs-for-any-garden.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/acid-loving-plants.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/shade/shade-plants-for-acidic-soil.htm