What perinnels and or shrubs flowering can i plant under pines
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3 established 20+yr old pine trees want to est a garden underneath them perennials and flowering shrubs, have read I need to amend the soil with lime then after a yr plant. Do I have to do this or can I start now
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Hostas, azaleas, and wild geranium come to mind.
https://www.thespruce.com/grass-doesnt-grow-under-pine-trees-2152742 the soil is not your only concern; the shade plays into the success of plantings under ANY trees, dropped needles/cones encourage voles (field mice that feed on plant roots); you may be happier with pretty planters (pots) and colorful annuals that are 'shade' friendly ..
Hello AAnne! Here is a list of plants that grow well under Pines. Click on the link below to check it out. Good luck!
https://www.thespruce.com/grass-doesnt-grow-under-pine-trees-2152742
Anne*
I am growing spirea, vinca, azalea, lily of the valley, hosta and pachysandra under my cedar trees sucessfully in zone seven.