Return to the Gardening in Shade Forum | Post a Follow-Up

o
ornamental tree above waterfall shade tolerant

clip this post email this post what is this?
see most clipped and recent clippings
Posted by stonewhisperer north carolina (My Page) on
Tue, Oct 6, 09 at 18:04

I'm looking for a tree or shrub (preferably weeping)to accent the top of my waterfall. I've tried a cascade falls weeping cypress but it didn't pass the test. It can be grafted or not, evergreen or just showy when bare. There is very minimal sun. Any suggestions? Thank you.

Follow-Up Postings:

o
RE: ornamental tree above waterfall shade tolerant

clip this post email this post what is this?
see most clipped and recent clippings

Hemlock is very shade tolerant.

o
RE: ornamental tree above waterfall shade tolerant

clip this post email this post what is this?
see most clipped and recent clippings

Japanese maples are ideal choices for this type of planting.....accenting a water feature is a very common placement for a weeping JM in an Asian-inspired garden. And most are very shade tolerant and actually prefer to be in more shade than sun. Red leafed ones tend to lose coloring in a lot of shade so unless you don't care about that, selecting a green leafed form may be better.

One of my favorites is Acer japonicum 'Green Cascade' - a very graceful weeping habit, wonderful delicate foliage and some splendid fall color with sufficient filtered sun.

Here is a link that might be useful: Acer japonicum 'Green Cascade'

o
RE: ornamental tree above waterfall shade tolerant

clip this post email this post what is this?
see most clipped and recent clippings

Also consider weeping redbud.

o Post a Follow-Up

Please Note: Only registered members are able to post messages to this forum.

    If you are a member, please log in.

    If you aren't yet a member, join now!

Return to the Gardening in Shade Forum

Instructions

  • You must be a registered member and logged in to post messages on our forums.
  • Posting is a two-step process. Once you have composed your message, you will be taken to the preview page. You will then have a chance to review the contents and make changes.
  • After posting your message, you may need to refresh the forum page in order to see it.
  • It is illegal to post copyrighted material without the owner's consent.
  • HTML codes are allowed in the message field only.
  • No advertising is allowed in any of the forums.
  • If you would like to practice posting or uploading photos, please visit our Test forum.
  • If you need assistance, please Contact Us and we will be happy to help.



 
Click here to learn more about in-text links on this page.