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Original post question: This is the side of my house - I've had tomatoes for 2 years - the cat uses it as a cat box - I what to plant close to house (I want to avoid ants). It is sunny and dry and hot (did I mention hot!!??) during growing season from April to Oct. It is also a shallow soil area. I'm thinking of lavender - any other suggestions? I prefer medicinal herbals - perennials would be best....
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