I wouldn't put a Fatsia in a south facing site. Not unless it had shade from surrounding trees/shrubs, and enough moisture. They bleach very badly, even in areas which get less sun. When you say the garden's south facing though - do you mean that wall is south facing, or do you mean the garden is south facing as seen from the house? This came up the other day in a query. I asked the question because the OP didn't make it clear. Turned out they meant the house faced south, so the site for planting faced north. Totally different planting required from the suggestions given.
Holly would be fine either way though.
It's a place where beautiful isn't enough of a word....
I live in west central Scotland - not where that photo is...
I'd suggest a bright leaved variety of Choisya if it is a bit sheltered or my first thought was Myrtle which can look better if the lower stems are exposed as the colour of the bark is nice and bright.
Happy gardening!
I was going to suggest myrtle too.
'If you have a garden and a library, you have everything you need.'
Not sure if myrtle will be happy in Newcastle. It might be a bit far north, but worth checking. People on the forum have commented in the past that it can be quite tender, but I guess J will be able to judge winter levels in his garden. Perhaps if bushy salvia can over-winter / survive wind ok without protection, then myrtle might be fine. Both are a bit on the edge. Both would appreciate the sharp drainage of the slope.
I gave this one to a friend about ten years ago (in London). It's beautiful and doing well. Wonderful aromatic leaves, great scented blooms, great for bees and the plant has a long and rich mythic history that is worth exploring.
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When you say the garden's south facing though - do you mean that wall is south facing, or do you mean the garden is south facing as seen from the house?
This came up the other day in a query. I asked the question because the OP didn't make it clear. Turned out they meant the house faced south, so the site for planting faced north. Totally different planting required from the suggestions given.
Holly would be fine either way though.
I live in west central Scotland - not where that photo is...
It also depends what else is growing in the bed, and how it all looks together.
I live in west central Scotland - not where that photo is...
That's a very interesting one. I've never seen it before.
Does it absolutely have to be evergreen @TheGreenMan? If not, Deutzia or Exochorda would be nice.
I live in west central Scotland - not where that photo is...