How to Landscape Shady Spots in a Yard
If you have a shady spot in your yard where nothing seems to grow, then instead of wasting your time, money and killing more plants, it is better to use your mind and be creative while dealing with this spot. You can acquire certain plants which do not require too much sunlight to grow and can plant them in this spot. You can also add other accessories here to enhance the look and make it the best looking area in your yard. Keep reading this article to find ways to fix your problem.
Instructions
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The first thing you need to do is find out which types of plants can thrive without sunlight and try to find those in your local nursery. Different types of ferns can be grown in shady areas, while shrubs and trees which you can grow in shade include Sweet Fern, Japanese Barberry, Dogwood, St John’s Wort, Bush Honeysuckle, Flowering Maple, Barberry, Boxwood, Mountain Laurel, Sweet Bay, Myrtle, Butcher’s Broom and Dwarf Palmetto.
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You need to know that vines and creepers love shade. English Ivy, Honeysuckle, Boston Ivy or Virginia Creeper, Silver Lace Vine and Fox Grape are some of the types which do really well in shady locations and this makes them ideal for your shaded yard. Some of the annuals which can also be planted in shady areas include wax begonia, impatiens, and periwinkle. Meanwhile, begonia, lily, grape hyacinth, daffodil, bluebell and trillium are some of the bulbs that can also do well in shade.
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You can also find many perennials to plant in the shady spots of your yard, these include Marsh Marigold, Lily of the Valley, Astilbe, Columbine, Foxglove, Ferns, Clematis, Geranium, Hosta, Forget Me Not, Hibiscus, Phlox, Primrose, Violets, Pansy and Lamb’s Ears.
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You can also use that shady spot in your yard as a comfort zone to spend your hot summers away from the dreaded sun. Just set a few chairs and a table to get comfortable.
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You can convert this spot into the highlight of your yard by installing a fountain or an artificial waterfall. A small pond can also be set up here, which will give your shady area an exotic look.
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If waterfalls and ponds are out of your league, then perhaps installing a birdhouse is a cheaper way to add beauty to your yard.
