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Hello. I live in Strongsville Ohio and this fall. I’m going to have my 30 year-old shrubs foundation plantings torn out and replaced. It’s an East...
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Asked June 19, 2024, 8:32 AM EDT
Hello. I live in Strongsville Ohio and this fall. I’m going to have my 30 year-old shrubs foundation plantings torn out and replaced. It’s an Eastern exposure. Where can I go online or in person to find out the best shrubs to use as replacements. I am a gardener of perennials And so I’m very interested in the replacements being evergreen and beautiful So as to be as pretty as the rest of my property. Thank you for your help.
Cuyahoga County Ohio
Expert Response
Hello Diane
Thank you for your question and pictures.
I see that your foundation shrubs consist of taxus and barberry. How exciting to rethink and replace your old plantings! I have a couple links for you to browse and consider.
The first link is about possible design options. Whether you rethink your design, or keep it the same, a good plan will certainly help you make wise plant selections.
Your personal taste and style are important. Choosing plant size and scale compared to your garden space will be key. I hope the following information and ideas will be helpful.
https://www.midwestgardentips.com/landscape-planning-care/foundation-planting-ideas
This next link will give you ideas for how to access the best plant choices as well as where to find good resources. For example, your local county Ohio State University Extension, the library (for books about design with pictures to help visualize), your local garden centers (take your house pictures with you), and even visiting public botanic gardens and arboretum. Secrest Arboretum in Wooster and Holden Arboretum in Kirtland are a couple that come to my mind.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/gardening-by-zone/zone-5/planting-zone-5-shrubs.htm
Thank you again for using the Ask Extension online service. I hope you find these ideas and resources helpful and best wishes on a transformed home courtesy of new foundation plants!
Thank you for your question and pictures.
I see that your foundation shrubs consist of taxus and barberry. How exciting to rethink and replace your old plantings! I have a couple links for you to browse and consider.
The first link is about possible design options. Whether you rethink your design, or keep it the same, a good plan will certainly help you make wise plant selections.
Your personal taste and style are important. Choosing plant size and scale compared to your garden space will be key. I hope the following information and ideas will be helpful.
https://www.midwestgardentips.com/landscape-planning-care/foundation-planting-ideas
This next link will give you ideas for how to access the best plant choices as well as where to find good resources. For example, your local county Ohio State University Extension, the library (for books about design with pictures to help visualize), your local garden centers (take your house pictures with you), and even visiting public botanic gardens and arboretum. Secrest Arboretum in Wooster and Holden Arboretum in Kirtland are a couple that come to my mind.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/gardening-by-zone/zone-5/planting-zone-5-shrubs.htm
Thank you again for using the Ask Extension online service. I hope you find these ideas and resources helpful and best wishes on a transformed home courtesy of new foundation plants!
