Re: [SG] favorite ground cover?
Thanks Gene for the suggestion.
.
My problem is that this is an area(pathway) which has considerable
square footage .I havent measured it yet but at the minumum its 50'x4'and full
intense sun in this zone 6 high desert area (approx.25%of the paths length would be
in shade)..
I think Mazus is lovely but it would take alot and a good long while to fill in,
wouldnt it?
The area surrounding the path (to either side), I'm just beginning to plant with
ornamentals(veggies prior).
.I want to do this right as I know it could be quite lovely ..To the west of this
path is a fruitless Mulberry which casts very heavy shade in the dog days of
summer.As welcome as the shade is and I do love the tree,it does pose problems as it
tends to be shallow rooting(fine ones not heavy roots)and water greedy ..So it will
be a challenge to match the result with the dream/vision I have.
But I love getting suggestions for things I may never had considered without kind
folks like yourself sharing their knowledge.
Connie
GeneBush wrote:
> Hello Connie,
> Have you given thought to Mazus reptans or M. miquelii? Tiny little close
> to the ground scalloped leaves and flowers in lavender shaped like
> snapdragons just above the foliage. Takes shade and quite a bit of sun if
> not allowed to dry out severely. Great for in between pavers or stones. It
> will take some foot traffic. I have it growing in the mulch of a path in
> the garden where it gets relatively good walking upon. You do not say what
> zone you are in, but this one takes it down to Zone 5.
> Gene Bush Southern Indiana Zone 6a Munchkin Nursery
> around the woods - around the world
> genebush@otherside.com http://www.munchkinnursery.com
>
> ----------
> > From: Connie Hoy <coneh@USWEST.NET>
> > To: shadegardens@MAELSTROM.STJOHNS.EDU
> > Subject: [SG] favorite ground cover?
> > Date: Tuesday, December 29, 1998 6:40 PM
> >
> > Hi All,
> > Its a fine day here and prompts thoughts for the coming season,to
> wit,would any have a favorite ground cover they could recommend?
> > It would need to hold up under moderate foot traffic.
> > Not for shade only and relatively fast,am I pipe dreaming?
> > The uncommon would be nice if you know of such.
> > Hope someone has some suggestions.
> > Should help ward off 'cabin fever' for a time whilst considering the many
> things that will need doing come spring.
> > Look forward to hearing from you .
> > Connie
