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Originally Posted by Jay
What would be a good replacement for these photinia? My wife likes
things that flower and/or have pretty color, and I like things that
don't require too much work and aren't too expensive. (Why is Monty
Python ringing in my ears?) I'm not work averse enough to go with a
rock garden, though  Also, when I replace them, is there anything
that I should do to the soil to keep any new plant from getting
killed? Would a hydrangea be a good choice? I have seen some that are
bigger than my photinia im my neighborhood. If so, what species?
Thanks for your help,
Jay |
Jay,
I am a bit late on this thread here but I've just found this forum. Red Tipped Photinia's generally do well here. {I live in the Dallas/ Fort Worth Area as well.} However, they generally only have about a 20 year life. As far as height we have some to the side of our house that are taller than the house itself so they can grow quite a bit taller than the 4' that you say yours are now.
I've done a lot of research about something that will flower for year round here. Thus far I haven't been successful. However there are several other bushes that can provide an evergreene color year round. There are several types of holly bushes that are evergreen and produce colored berries. The main concern when choosing a flowering bush is the critters that it can and will attract. Not to mention the maintance that flowering bushes require moreso than one that does not flower.
I have acquired many of the items in our yard now from Weston Gardens. It's a little bit of a drive for me Fort Worth. Not sure how far it would be from you. I've found them to be extreemly helpful with any questions and concerns I've had thus far. They have an online website at
http://www.westongardens.com.
My apologies again if my response is too late to be of any use. If not for the replacement of the current bushes though then maybe you can find some other items at Weston that would accent and compliment your yard.
His ~angel~