I live in Central Texas. Recently I moved onto property that had a compacted gravel parking lot. I've been making beds with cardboard and decomposing wood chips. This was to be the year for me to plant between the curb and fence. Overhead are the power lines. I'm wondering what to plant in the hellstrip.
There is a recently planted row of Everblooming Texas Sage. I'm hoping it will grow higher than the 4' high chain link fence since I'm needing privacy. Inside the fence will be native Wax Myrtles, eventually 15'+ tall. All privacy will be welcomed.
In considering what to plant, a short list came to mind of a row of Almond Verbena, Kidneywood, Desert Willows, or Texas Persimmons. Preferably something that isn't too slow in growing. What would you recommend? I've attended NPSOT meetings and am interested in providing food for all the creatures, be it winged or not. However, my neighborhood doesn't have any small critters to feed, if that makes a difference. I had thought of a set of 3 plantings of small trees, since power lines are overhead, along with perennials to flank each side of those trees.
I'm open for suggestions. Thanks so much.
Crystal
