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Shrubs
arleneb

Small or dwarf shrub, shade, zone 5

20 years ago

That's what I need!! I need to plant an area under low windows, and don't want to lose the view of our lake . . . What would you suggest? I do want some evergreens . . .

BTW, I have a long-standing negative attitude toward barberry . . . too many times digging thorns out of kids' feet . . . and mine, as well.

So, what would you suggest I consider?

Thanks!!

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