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ac drain area...bog or just yucky???

18 years ago

I have a spot on the northwest side of my house that is very wet from May through October because of an AC drain. I have the pipe on the south side running slightly down hill towards some Iris that seem to be thrilled. I am wondering if you all can recommend some plants that would like my soggy, but less sunny, spot during our hot summer(and late spring/ early fall) but won't mind being drier when the AC is off. The grass there is REALLY happy but I'd like to stop mowing my "swamp" and plant something pretty. Thanks in advance for any suggestions.

-Meredith

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fredsbog
18 years ago
Indian rhubarb; Peltiphyllum peltatum, western skunk cabbage; Lysichiton americana, Rodgers flower; Rodgersia aescalafolia, cardinal flower and relatives; Lobelia spp., Just a few good candidates I could think of off the top of my head! Good luck!
Eliz33
18 years ago
This is a great question. I am keeping a bucket under mine right now and it is pulling 15 gallons of water a day. I was thinking maybe some EE's. I would love some suggestions. Eliz33
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junequilt
18 years ago
How do you feel about mint? It thrives in moist soil. Of course, it may crowd out other things.

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