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Mid Terrace - North Facing - Alley

itstombeltekCf8McusitstombeltekCf8Mcus Posts: 1
in Problem solving
Hi,



I've got this little alley at home that is north facing and shady. I'm thinking of putting in a bench and some Hosta plants in pots. Any other ideas or things to consider/plants that may work ? 

Thanks GW members ! 

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  • Lizzie27Lizzie27 Posts: 12,494
    Ferns would also work, they prefer shade.

    You could also consider painting the fence a pale colour (if it's your fence). Do you mean a workbench or a sitting bench? Shady spots are great on very hot days.
    North East Somerset - Clay soil over limestone
  • Busy-LizzieBusy-Lizzie Posts: 24,043
    Pots of epimediums, white geranium phaeum, heuchera, Busy Lizzies would work.
    Dordogne and Norfolk. Clay in Dordogne, sandy in Norfolk.
  • PlantmindedPlantminded Posts: 3,580
    If you want to add some height to your planting, Fatsia japonica will thrive in a shaded, sheltered space.
    Wirral. Sandy, free draining soil.


  • Arthur1Arthur1 Posts: 542
    Persicarias will thrive here. Always look lush and healthy.
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