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Posted by three4rd (My Page) on

Mon, May 7, 07 at 13:18

I have a sloped bed that has always been covered for the most part with spreading junipers. Lately, the junipers seem to be dying out. I'm thinking of replacing them with something different that would provide some color. Would heath or heather be a good choice as a ground cover? We have basically shale - dry soil with lots of rocks and stones only a short distance under the topsoil. And, we live on a hill so there is lots of wind. Any suggestions for replacing the juniper - please let me know.

Thanks,
Keith

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Posted by rockspray z6 Cape Cod (My Page) on
Wed, May 16, 07 at 21:15

Heath and Heather need well drained acidic soil(ph 5.5). Also they will need to be protected from dry cold winter winds. Here in the northeast we have not had good snow cover the last few winters and plants have suffered from the lack of protection. Read up on overwintering protection. Good luck and feel free to contact us if you have more questions.

Here is a link that might be useful: Rock Spray Nursery

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Posted by buyorsell888 Zone 8 Portland OR (My Page) on
Wed, May 30, 07 at 20:08

While they want well drained soil, if it is really dry, then you would have to water. They aren't very drought tolerant.

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