Shade Gardening: Help me plan my plantings for this corner shade garden, 1 by Lily_love

Lily_love wrote:
rouge21, yes especially within the fence perimeter. I so love trees, I couldn't get any down. This past year, we cleared out the under growing shrubs and vines. Fenced the area to keep our beloved pets room to roam when needed. The area will be planted with just a few ornamental shrubs such as the mentioned buckeyes. Maybe some mountain laurels? On the open side of the fence, I planned to add some lilies I think.

speedybean, the leather-leaf mahonia are currently putting out flower buds, I'll post some pics. when I get a chance.

Also, I made a mistake calling my Aucuba japonica 'Nana' a Mahonia. Sorry for the error.

Here are couple pics. of the 'shady area' that we're working on. Phase 1, the planning phase. Your suggestion is welcome.