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what can live with dog traffic?
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Posted by nana9 boyd tx/7 (My Page) on Thu, Jul 12, 07 at 16:34
| ok,have 2 dogs,shade and lots of straight sand. can grow a fine crop of stickers but would like something to hold down the sand so the dogs won't carry it all inside. don't care if it is invasive. would rather work at keeping it under control than live with the sand. helllllllllp
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RE: what can live with dog traffic?
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- Posted by dannie 3b NWO Canada (My Page) on
Sat, Jul 14, 07 at 21:12
| Wood chips! I used pine bark nugget in my dog pen and it works pretty well. I have Shelties who have long hair and a few bits get carried into the house but they are easily picked up. I realized you asked for plant suggestions but thought I would offer this alternative. Danni |
RE: what can live with dog traffic?
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| How about pachysandra, winter creeper or periwinkle? All are evergreen and tough as nails. I have pachysandra growing in pure sand and full shade and while it hasn't spread a lot, it's hanging in there. Winter creeper is listed as an invasive, so use with caution. I have 3 Australian Shepherds, so I know how much sand can get carried in on those furry feet. |
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