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Forum: Beginner LandscapingReplies: 4, Views: 56
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dlhein
New Windsor, NY

May 3, 2008
8:56 AM

Post #4900432

I've been told by several friends who are more advanced gardeners that myrtle should work. However, two landscapers and a landscaping supply store told me NOTHING will grow under a Japanese maple once summer gets hot and dry unless I water it constantly and then maybe not even then. I understand the reason, but I thought I would ask on this forum if anyone has ever had success growing any ground cover under a bloodgood Japanese maple, and if so what. Thank you.
plantfreak78
Rolesville, NC
(Zone 7b)

May 6, 2008
12:29 PM

Post #4914377

I'm not sure what "myrtle" is but here in NC we grow Pachysandra and Dwarf Mondo (Ophiopogon) under them with no problems.
lbrabec
Omaha, NE
(Zone 5a)

May 6, 2008
2:45 PM

Post #4914931

Ajuga might work.It likes it dry.
ccove
West Islip, NY
(Zone 6b)

May 12, 2008
4:14 PM

Post #4941743

I have Hosta, Ferns, Bleeding hearts and Iris.
heyitsmejudy
Lawrenceville, GA

May 13, 2008
11:27 AM

Post #4945216

We planted ajuga under ours... the colors match beautifully with the burgundy of the maple.

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