I wondered whether burying the stump in earth might slow the decaying process down due to lack of air, reduced insect activity and restricted weathering. I’d also be nervous about the ecoplugs diffusing their glyphosate upwards into the soil but have no experience with these plugs.
@Balgay.Hill, a low wall is a thought, not sure about filling it though. Thanks for the comment.
@*Astrantia*, yes i am planning on raised beds but not on the stump itself. I have a bench planned at the back, its a nice spot to watch/hear the birds, almost a canopy with a nearby Eucalyptus tree and Conifers. Thanks for the comment.
It also depends on whether you like the appearance of the stump or not. I do like them and would rather make them a feature, but I'm not sure it would be a good idea to cover it completely, for the reasons given, but it's not something I've ever done. You'll have a good plot there @dbhattuk, bit those neighbouring trees will have an effect on what you plant too. Work out your needs etc, and go from there. Good luck with it
It's a place where beautiful isn't enough of a word....
I live in west central Scotland - not where that photo is...
@Fairygirl, thank you. Yes I am growing to like the stump. Will surround it with some plants, to give it a softer look. I will posting in the Garden Design category about my concept plan for the plot, i would love your thoughts, thanks again for the support and encouragement. Dilip
No probs at all @dbhattuk - it can sometimes be a bit daunting when a plot suddenly changes. The more info you can offer about your site, and the things you want to have in it, the easier it is for suggestions and advice. The amount of time you have to spend on it is also a big factor. I can remember saying on the forum that, when I retired, I hadn't realised just how low maintenance my garden was! Had to keep changing things around to keep me interested
It's a place where beautiful isn't enough of a word....
I live in west central Scotland - not where that photo is...
@Fairygirl, haha, no issues with a bit of daunting . I retired last year, gardening has taken over my life. So much to learn and understand, sometimes not enough hours in a day, i do love it though. Prior to retirement, i paid very little interest in the garden, now its a new passion. i posted in Garden Design if you wish to see. Thanks again.
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@*Astrantia*, yes i am planning on raised beds but not on the stump itself. I have a bench planned at the back, its a nice spot to watch/hear the birds, almost a canopy with a nearby Eucalyptus tree and Conifers. Thanks for the comment.
I do like them and would rather make them a feature, but I'm not sure it would be a good idea to cover it completely, for the reasons given, but it's not something I've ever done.
You'll have a good plot there @dbhattuk, bit those neighbouring trees will have an effect on what you plant too. Work out your needs etc, and go from there.
Good luck with it
I live in west central Scotland - not where that photo is...
The more info you can offer about your site, and the things you want to have in it, the easier it is for suggestions and advice.
The amount of time you have to spend on it is also a big factor. I can remember saying on the forum that, when I retired, I hadn't realised just how low maintenance my garden was! Had to keep changing things around to keep me interested
I live in west central Scotland - not where that photo is...
i posted in Garden Design if you wish to see. Thanks again.