| Hi: I've got two garden goals and need your advice: 1. I'm trying to create a privacy hedge along my property line with evergreens. I would like to know which evergreens are a) native to Northern Virginia (i'm 10 miles outside of Washington, D.C.); b) thrive in our red clay soil; c) are fast-growing, drought-tolerant, disease-resistant and top off at about 7-8 feet (don't need trimming)? And: 2. I'm trying to plant a lot of shade trees in my large (quarter acre) front yard to reduce the lawn area I need to mow. What are large shade trees that are native to my region, grow fast and are drought-tolerant and disease-resistant? As you can see, I'm trying to be ecologically aware, and also trying to make a low-maintenance front yard that is attractive. Thanks. D.Pilarte |
| I applaud your efforts! Here's a link that will be of interest to you: http://www.dcr.virginia.gov/na... On the right hand side of the page you'll find a column with lists and tables of suitable shrubs and trees for your gardening region. I think you'll find just the right plants for your yard. Best wishes with your new landscape! |
