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musiclvr56 Canton, MA Jun 06, 2009

Good morning,

I have a large crab apple tree with thick roots in that area. Because it will be difficult to dig deep, my friend suggested that I plant annuals. Are there any perennials that come in a small pot? I would need approximately three flats of impatiens which would be quite costly.

Thanks,
Karen

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imzadi Jackson, SC(Zone 8a) Jun 06, 2009

sedums are perinials and like shade. sorta a ground cover but do flower.

hostas might work too they also like shade and come in different colors.


daylilies also are a good bet and they clump eventually and can be divided.

these are come in small sizes

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Jun 06, 2009

If you really want impatiens....they're on sale at Home Depot this week for $8.99 a flat, regularly $12.99 a flat. You could overwinter some in the house, then root the starts you need in early Spring next year. Just a little red cent!

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fancyvan Calgary, AB(Zone 3a) Jun 08, 2009

YOu should be able to buy perennials in small pots so they are easy to plant even amongst the roots. Dont let that stop you.

I have a huge old Laurel Leaf Willow in my back yard and grow lots of perennials underneath it.

Personally I would rather spend my $$ on penennials that wont have to be replaced every year rather than annuals.

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