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#228499 Aug 14th, 2008 at 07:04 PM
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I need to plant some fragrant things around my hammock (under an apple tree--lots of shade). They don't have to have flowers, but flowers would be good, too. I was thinking herbs like rosemary or mint? I saw Henry's post about hostas and will check out the ideas he was given, but I wanted to ask for more! Thanks. (I am in zone 8b and have clay soil).


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Gardenias are my favorites for scent in a pretty shady location. Creeping rosemary is pretty good too. But thrives in a little more sun. Sweet violets do well here in our winters.
Do you have a Sunset western gardening book? I'm sure one will be available in your library. It breaks our zones down even further and then also gives you options for shade, scents and things. It is my staple book. You might be able to find one in a used bookstore or a thrift store as well.


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Tina #228586 Aug 15th, 2008 at 12:59 PM
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Thanks, Tina! I don't know why I didn't think of gardenias—I love them! And duh, I do have the Sunset Western Garden book. Thanks for the reminder to go there...(We're between zones 18-19).


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singingirl #233571 Sep 13th, 2008 at 08:43 PM
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I did plant gardenias, and they seem very happy so far. Thanks again. :)


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singingirl #245521 Nov 22nd, 2008 at 07:15 AM
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I get a little book of seed from a place called [The Fragrant Path] most all are lovely smelling plants. Just a thought THE FRAGRANT PATH
PO Box 328
Fort Calhoun, Nebraska 68023
www.fragrantpathseeds.com


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