hedges

Discussion in 'Garden Design and Plant Suggestions' started by mouseynut, Aug 12, 2006.

  1. mouseynut

    mouseynut Member

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    We have put in a new driveway and sidewalk to our new home. We are looking for a small hedge about 5 to 6 inches high to put around the edge of it. A flowering one would be nice. Does anyone know of one?I am in zone 4/5.
     
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    I planted lavender to make a low hedge about 3 years ago. It seems to take well to pruning to keep it low (mines about 8" high). The flower spikes shoot up another 12" higher, but I cut them back right after they're done. It looks great.
     
  3. M. D. Vaden

    M. D. Vaden Active Member 10 Years

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    Okay,

    That's short. Almost a perennial border size.

    Do you know what Thrift is? Also called Sea Pink?

    Very nice fine foliage when the flowers are done.
     
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    thankyou for your suggestion. I shall look into it.
     
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    thankyou for the idea.
     
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    How about escallonia; it's gorgeous and evergreen
     
  7. mouseynut

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    Thankyou so much for your info.I shall look into your suggestion.
    mouseynut
     

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