Natural woodlands and shady meadows, the cool, damp shade under tree canopies at a water's edge and moist, northern slopes terminating in meandering streams all conjure mental images of verdure. Plants that tolerate, and even prefer,
Natural woodlands and shady meadows, the cool, damp shade under tree canopies at a water's edge and moist, northern slopes terminating in meandering streams all conjure mental images of verdure. Plants that tolerate, and even prefer, damp shade abound in nature. Choosing native or exotic plants that adapt to moist shade eliminates the perceived obstacles of gardening under these conditions. Fortunately, such choices abound.
Ornamental Trees and Shrubs
Slow-growing Japanese maple (Acer palmatum) trees and shrubs range in