Lush Foundation Planting

Front view — Summer
Front View Garden age: 15 years Kathy Sill CC BY 4.0

Plants in this photo:Plants in this photo

*Ilex cornuta 'Carissa'* Carissa Chinese Holly Carissa Holly Dwarf Chinese Holly

*Liriope muscari* Big Blue Big Blue Lilyturf Big Blue Liriope

*Nandina domestica 'Harbour Dwarf'* Harbour Dwarf Nandina

*Picea laxa 'Conica'* Dwarf Alberta Spruce Dwarf Alberta White Spruce Dwarf White Spruce

Description

Name: Lush Foundation Planting

Open to the public? No

County: Davidson

USDA Hardiness Zone: 8a

Extension Demonstration Garden? No

Approximate year the garden/landscape was established: 2002

What to look for: This foundation planting flows nicely around the corners of the house. It has a lush but controlled feeling with a variety of textures, heights and plant interests. The planting is rather formal but retains the personal touch of the homeowners.

Horticulture: The espaliered Pyracantha takes work to maintain but is lovely against the south-facing wall.