What plants/shrubs are best for the border across the front of my house?

I have a bay window and the border at the moment is filled with stones, there is about 2 1/2 metres to fill.

What plants/shrubs are best for the border across the front of my house?
It does really depend on which way you house is facing, some plants like sun and others shade.



However, whatever you choose will have to be very hardy to cope with the conditions close to the wall of your bay window.



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I would suggest that you plant a hedge of Sarcococca confusa. This will grow well in sun or shade and be able to cope with the inevitable dry soil. It is evergreen, only needs gentle clipping to keep it to the size you require and has a stunning perfume in the winter from small white flowers.
Reply:It depends on where you live.



An old gentleman I used to know used to grow some of the most beautiful azaleas. Or you could try holly, or even a small rose bush.



Daffodils and irises come in many different shapes and colors, and require little attention.



Good luck!
Reply:It depends upon the aspect. Is your house north of south facing, or even east or west. It makes a big difference to the way the plants will grow. You will be able to see on the labels where they like to be sited, or you could look individual plants up on the internet. Just put in the name of the plant and growing conditions. You may also need to change the type of soil by adding nutrients to suit the type of plant.
Reply:rhododendrons or hydrangers.

beautiful and dont drop their leaves
Reply:i like hydrangeas and roses.
Reply:Lavenders look smart all year and smell lovely when in flower and are easy to look after and you can dry the flowers for indoors