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Gardening

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LaydeeBug

(10,291 posts)
Tue Jun 28, 2016, 11:37 PM Jun 2016

What are the best foundation plants for shady zone 7a? [View all]

I am *really* excited to plant my front garden (after I get my house painted) I really love vibrant, vivid colored plants, and know I am limited because of my front yard being shaded by a huge elm tree.

But I know I need evergreen foundation plants, and love the schlubby, cottage looking ones. I would like low maintenance, and something that I can plant hydrangeas and peonies in front of for Spring and Summer interest.

Any suggestions would help. My house is white with navy blue shutters and a blue and black roof. Right now, my front door is blue, but I am thinking of changing that up (I am open for suggestions on that too, lol) I would prefer not to have white flowers because of the house. Other than that, I am open...

What do you think?

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