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Need suggestions for plantings in problem area

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Posted by chelsea_garden 2b (My Page) on
Tue, May 9, 06 at 15:35

Hi All,

I need suggestions on which small trees would best be suited for a low lying area of my yard - which undergoes a couple weeks of flooding in April and during periods of heavy rainfall.

A few trees that I have considered, but read differing information on include:
- Salix caprea (Pink Pussy Willow)
- Vibrurnum triloba (American Highbush Cranberry)
- Cornus alternifolia (Pagoda Dogwood)
- Sambucus canadensis(Elderberry)

Am I on the right track? Any other suggestions are warmly welcomed. Thank you for your help!

Chelsea

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Hi Chelsea,

How about a dwarf Birch, Betula pendula 'Trost Dwarf' or B. pendula 'Youngii'? They are moisture loving!

Oh btw, I noticed your from zone 2, com' and join us at the Far North Forum, I'm sure you'll get lots of advice over there for zone 2.

Sharon

Here is a link that might be useful: Far North Gardening Forum

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Thanks for the advice. I will try the Far North Forum too.

Chelsea

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I also have a low spot in my yard that floods the first few weeks of spring. I have a plum tree in that area that has been doing very well for the past 3 years. I'd like to plant some flowers, or shrubs around it if at all possible. Any suggestions?

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