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Looking to plant new trees/shrubs/bushes in the backyard to create a border
Posted on 1/29/17 at 8:27 pm
Posted on 1/29/17 at 8:27 pm
My backyard doesn't have a fence but rather a large green wall extending all around it. When I bought the place a year ago it was a jungle, but I've trimmed it back a lot. There's a lot of small trees and bushes everywhere, except on one side. There used to be a giant fig tree and some other smaller ones, but my neighbor cut it down for some reason (it was on her property). 
What can I plant that will create a border/fence there? I'm thinking a few trees and then some bushes along side it. If they produce fruits that's even better. I'm in Monroe and the soil around my house seems to be good for growing. Also when should I plant (I guess this will depend on what is recommended).
Sorry if this isn't the right board, was t sure where to post it.
What can I plant that will create a border/fence there? I'm thinking a few trees and then some bushes along side it. If they produce fruits that's even better. I'm in Monroe and the soil around my house seems to be good for growing. Also when should I plant (I guess this will depend on what is recommended).
Sorry if this isn't the right board, was t sure where to post it.
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Posted on 1/29/17 at 8:48 pm to DavidTheGnome
Bradford Pear will grow quickly and give a large canopy. Crape Myrtles too. River birch grow fast but they split into two trunks often and lean too much.
Dont plant cypress! Your lawn mower will thank you.
Dont plant cypress! Your lawn mower will thank you.
Posted on 1/29/17 at 8:49 pm to DavidTheGnome
Bamboo baw
Posted on 1/29/17 at 8:55 pm to DavidTheGnome
Wax leaf ligustrums and don't pay attention to the people who say not to because of pollen/allergies. WAY over stated.
Also, there is a Cleveland Pear now that looks just like a Bradford but doesn't break like the Bradford.
Also, there is a Cleveland Pear now that looks just like a Bradford but doesn't break like the Bradford.
Posted on 1/29/17 at 8:58 pm to rattlebucket
Thanks. If I plant crape myrtles when is the right time to?
Posted on 1/29/17 at 9:03 pm to DavidTheGnome
You can plant a tree any time as long as you water regularly but now is a great time since they are dormant. There are a lot of different varieties- some are 8 ft, others 20. They'll get there faster than you think so make sure you have the right one.
Posted on 1/29/17 at 9:23 pm to rattlebucket
Do not plant Bradford pear. Short lived, weak, looks bad once branches start splitting off at 10-15 yrs old.
Posted on 1/29/17 at 9:31 pm to DavidTheGnome
Clumping bamboo is great if you decide you like the look. They have several varieties that only get about 12-15ft tall. Make sure to plant far away enough from the property line so your neighbor doesn't hack it back
Posted on 1/29/17 at 9:54 pm to DavidTheGnome
No to the bradford pairs. How about native species that will attract more wildlife, birds, and butterflies?. Big leaf magnolia, native azaleas, service berry, etc. If you want thorns for extra security a few Devils walking sticks would be nice. I'd also go with some fruit trees. Apple and pear can easily be pruned and trained to act as a wall. I also like the idea of the Cyprus. I haven't had any issues with mine developing knees, but they are also planted in dry areas.
Posted on 1/29/17 at 9:57 pm to TimeOutdoors
I'm all for native. How long does it take a magnolia to grow?
Posted on 1/29/17 at 10:25 pm to DavidTheGnome
They have a variety of magnolia called 'Teddy Bear' that is very dense and flowers very well. They aren't a fast grower but you can find them pretty large in pots (10-12ft).
Posted on 1/29/17 at 10:50 pm to DavidTheGnome
I bought my first one 3 years ago..it was probably 3 ft tall. Now it's about 8 foot and it's growing in the worse case conditions. Red clay, never watered or fertilized, etc.
I don't recall what butterflies it's a host plant for, but I believe it's one of the swallowtails.
Doug Tallamy is an expert and does programs on natives vs exotic species for wildlife. His books Bringing Nature Home and Living Landscape are great. The second book is filled with photos so you might want to check with your library to get an idea of different ideas. One other that I should have mentioned earlier is the possumhaw. The berries make good jelly and the birds love them. Mulberry is another fast growing tree that is beneficial for wildlife.
I don't recall what butterflies it's a host plant for, but I believe it's one of the swallowtails.
Doug Tallamy is an expert and does programs on natives vs exotic species for wildlife. His books Bringing Nature Home and Living Landscape are great. The second book is filled with photos so you might want to check with your library to get an idea of different ideas. One other that I should have mentioned earlier is the possumhaw. The berries make good jelly and the birds love them. Mulberry is another fast growing tree that is beneficial for wildlife.
Posted on 1/30/17 at 12:45 am to DavidTheGnome
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plant crape myrtles when is the right time to?
I'm obsessed with crepe myrtle. Now would be a good time.
Home depot usually gets them late Feb, and they are much cheaper than a nursery. I bought two large ones for like 100 for both. That would be 250 at my local nursery.
Eta- magnolia are slooooow growers.
This post was edited on 1/30/17 at 12:47 am
Posted on 1/30/17 at 5:43 am to DavidTheGnome
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I'm thinking a few trees and then some bushes along side it. If they produce fruits that's even better.
I've been planting blueberries and figs this week and may add a couple of mulberries (away from the driveway so no purple bird crap on the car). LSU is the leader is creating varieties of figs, when I saw a "LSU Purple" at the local nursery I knew that one had to go in my yard.
Hollies are good too because they are green all year, have berries that attract birds, do well in shade, and do well in drought.
This post was edited on 1/30/17 at 5:46 am
Posted on 1/30/17 at 6:25 am to Daponch
I have a row of 13 teddy bear magnolia along my back fence. Plan is for a nice wall of green when they grow into each other.
Posted on 1/30/17 at 8:00 am to NOLAGT
Bad Neighbor Holly. Look it up
Posted on 1/30/17 at 8:33 am to DavidTheGnome
If you want a 6-8 tall sound and view border looking into pampas grass. Grows fast and extremely low maintenance. Space 5-8 feet apart and in a couple years you'll have a wall.
Once planted you may never get rid of it, so be confident that's what you want.
Once planted you may never get rid of it, so be confident that's what you want.
Posted on 1/30/17 at 8:38 am to Daponch
What varieties of clumping bamboo are cold tolerant enough for North Louisiana? I am interested in putting some in an area that is partly shaded (scattered tall pines), will they grow okay in that kind of area? TIA
Posted on 1/30/17 at 8:54 am to Dock Holiday
quote:
you want a 6-8 tall sound and view border looking into pampas grass. Grows fast and extremely low maintenance. Space 5-8 feet apart and in a couple years you'll have a wall.
Once planted you may never get rid of it, so be confident that's what you want
All true. That Crap grows so fast.
Posted on 1/30/17 at 9:21 am to SportTiger1
Wax myrtle. Grow fast and leave berries for birds to eat.
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