On Fri, 04 Apr 2003 13:43:09 -0800, Lilly wrote:

(Yeesh, not sure I'm attaching this pic right... anyway...)

This is a pic of the tree in my new front yard. I'm not sure if
they're visible, but there're some fairly good sized Rhodies on the
other side of this tree, in all the whole thing is about 10 feet
across or so. The front of the house has railroad tie retaining walls
that are beginning to buckle outward, so an upgrade of those too, will
need to be done at a later date. I've always fancied rock walls with
things planted in the cervices, anyway, I was thinking of having some
big rock delivered and building a circular retaining wall, and then a
small one inside and above it, as well. I was wondering if anyone had
any ideas about that, or any other ideas for retaining walls they
might like to share. My husband and I are DIY's, and this seems like
the perfect small project for us, for a couple weekends or so... what
do you think?

As for plants, once the Rhodies are removed to better areas, I was
thinking of Callas and Hellebores in the top ring closest to the
trunk, and then St John's Wort and Vinca in the lower level. I live in
Snohomish, zone 8. I appreciate any thoughts, tips, or wisdom! Thanks!
~Lilly


DOH! Obviously didn't do this right. Anyway, it's your basic conifer
in the middle of a big, neglected, steep mound of dirt, with three
way-to-big Rhodies planted around it. (Can't imagine the tree likes
them much anyway.)
Feeling Mighty Dumb,
~Lilly


Those who dream by day are cognizant of many things
which escape those who dream only by night.
"Eleonora"