What to plant?
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Karen K
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We had a massive oak tree uprooted that was in this planter. Now that the tree has been removed I am trying to get ideas on what to plant to make it look attractive once again. I am looking for ideas that would be affordable. I really do not want to plant another tree there as my house is surrounded by trees. Help, any ideas? I am in a zone 9.
The planter where the tree was removed. I am looking for ideas as what to plant. I am in a zone 9.
13 answers
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Is that space still fairly shady?
Douglas Hunt
on Mar 05, 2015
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I would be helpful to know how much sun you are getting there. Do you garden and enjoy being out in your yard playing in the dirt, or are you thinking of something you don't have to take care of?
360 Sod (Donna Dixson)
on Mar 05, 2015
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I lost an 80 year old Oak tree in my front yard 10 years ago due to an ice storm. The space is still settling and I still continue to add top soil each summer to bring the space back to level with the terrain. Just an FYI. .
Norm Nelson
on Mar 05, 2015
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Not sure where you live,or if you have deer.Love Daylilies.Deer will eat them,but very easy to plant,no maintenance,they return every year,come in amazing colors too.Would look pretty there with their long leaves,and they are not evasive like a tree. Every 2-3 years you may have to dig them up and divide them.You will have new plants to share.bloom most places from spring to fall which is long for most plants.
Funnygirl
on Mar 05, 2015
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Hostas and ferns would be wonderful if there is shade. My new shade favorite is Japanese Forest Grass. If you have deer, you will need to spray the hostas.
Lo
on Mar 05, 2015
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Norm has a point regarding land settling. We removed trees in our very small yard and we have periodically fill in as the roots decay and land settles. Recommend not doing anything permanent or expensive, you might want to give a call to the extension office. In the interim until you are sure the land will not settle you can add potted plants, small potted tree, or plant colorful perennials would be nice,
Carmen
on Mar 06, 2015
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This area gets full sun now. I love in zone 9A. I did have ferns surrounding the huge tree.
Karen K
on Mar 06, 2015
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Rouge plant (Rivina humilis) is a wonderful Florida native shrub that grows three to five feet and has blooms and bright red fruit almost year round. Some of the smaller cultivars of Walter's viburnum (Viburnum obovatum) like "Mrs. Schillers' Delight" or "Whorled Class" would also do well. Plant a mix of pineland lantana (Lantana depressa) and porterweed (Stachytarpheta jamaicensis) to spill over your wall. Go visit Leslie Pierpont at Native and Uncommon Plants on Ortega Blvd. She will steer you right.
Douglas Hunt
on Mar 06, 2015
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How about an ornamental tree like a japanese maple. One of the ones that stay small.
Randy
on Mar 07, 2015
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Thank you all for the advice. I appreciate it.
Karen K
on Mar 07, 2015
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I know you said no trees, but I also think a japanese maple would look great against the architecture of your home (a red variety would be a nice contrast to green trees too). I am about 5 zones below you and so cannot comment on varieties for you - but here is a link to an exquisite 'Full Moon' http://www.mendocinomaples.com/green-palmate-japanese-maples/full-moon-maple These trees are expensive, so look for types that are thriving in your area. Otherwise, if you want flowers, I would intermingle spring bulbs, summer English roses and late summer oriental lilies for a longer display. Many daylilies are great 'no fuss' cultivars
Duv310660
on Mar 08, 2015
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Thank you so much. I will look into the Japanese maple tree for sure.
Karen K
on Mar 08, 2015
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@Douglas H. Thank you so much for the advice. I really do not want another tree planted in this spot. I really feel a small tree planted in front of that massive oak would look lost. I will go check out what you recommended. The wall did have Lantana planted in it previously that spilled over along with sweet potatoes vine that looked really attractive.
Karen K
on Mar 09, 2015
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