Quote:
Originally Posted by jayerose
Something that will be planted in a sunny area, 4-5 feet tall, can be a flower or just something green, and grows straight up (pretty much)....any suggestions? Thank you!
|
That question is in league with what color should I paint my home. We are getting ready to have the house painted and I suggest you copy how we made the decision. Drive around and see plants and styles that appeal to you. If, you are in a newer area be sure to look at homes that have had that plant for a while. You go to a box store or a garden center and see a pretty plant. They are grown under ideal conditions, often offered for sale at the most appealing time for that plant-in bloom, showing new leaves etc etc.
Before you buy, look it up on the internet. There are many plants being sold that are not hearty in this area. People buy them and do not realize they die because of a cold winter or a dry whatever. If, you see a plant and no one but one home has it there is a reason. Where we used to live, I had a great peony collection. They are sold here in the box stores. People buy them. Our climate is too hot for them and our soil is not right either-they do sell them every year.