planting in the woods

[polopony]

I have a small horse farm. The one whole length of the property is wooded. I think part of it would be ideal to have some flowers at the edge. Nothing much grows there now. Has anyone planted in a space like this before? I will try to get a picture soon

Comments

[djinnthespazz]

Dry, sandy? Damp, humusy?

Try for some of the natives?

http://www.newfs.org/index.html

[polopony]

Sandy, usually dry. Possibility to add some compost once that gets going, but not right now...

I'll check out the site, thanks!

[djinnthespazz]

Make your manure pile work for you. Horse manure can make a great 'hot' compost pile.

[thefoodziggurat]

According to you profile, you're in Indiana. Here's a link to the wildflower society of Indiana. I'm sure they could help you with suggestions
http://www.inpaws.org/

http://www.inpaws.org/landscaping.html

Good luck! I know the New England Wildflower Society has a huge sale in the spring, and it's always great -- wonderful variety and inexpensive! I look forward to it every year, and then can't keep myself from buying too many flowers.

[moontrail]

Bulbs are a good choice for a sandy area which drains well. Asarium(ginger) might be suitable. Once you add compost, try planting foxglove and bergenia. These plants are deer-resistant and prefer shade or part shade. I believe when I checked, that the information said that lily-of-the-valley and bleeding heart are deer-resistant, too, but then you may know that. These plants put together against a woodsy backdrop should be interesting and attractive.

[manofredclay]

no one eats daffodils