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Alley border ideas

16 years ago

I live in an urban area where garden spots are rare. Because of this, I'd like to utilize all of my garden space, including a 3' x 20' strip between my fence and my alley. Both are on the north side of my lot, so the area primarily gets shade (the fence is 7' high, solid wood).

I would like to put in a plant that will do well in poor soil, yet look great, producing flowers that look and smell good. Any ideas would be appreciated.

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brandon7 TN_zone7
16 years ago
Are raised beds an option? If not, how "poor" is your poor soil? Is it clay, cherty soil, or what? Is amending the soil possible?

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