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Plants for Shade
Make more of a sheltered border or shady corner with plants chosen for the conditions. Explore foliage, texture and flowers, then check whether each plant suits the shade and soil in your garden.
Choose shade planting for your own garden
A shaded space can vary from a bright border with a little morning sun to a darker area beneath trees. Before choosing plants, observe the light and check whether the soil tends to stay damp or dry. Compare individual plant requirements rather than treating every shady position as the same. Link shade planting with spring colour or a wider cottage garden scheme, and visit our qualified horticultural team in Clondalkin for help choosing the right combination.
Observe the light
Notice how much direct sun reaches the area and at what time of day.
Check the soil
Consider moisture and drainage as well as the amount of shade.
Combine foliage and flowers
Compare leaf shapes, colours and seasonal features for a balanced display.
Complete your planting project
Bring garden photos and measurements to our qualified horticultural team at Newlands Home & Garden Centre. We can help you compare plants and plan a combination suited to your space.
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