Do you reside in Atlanta and are looking to incorporate some awesome evergreen shrubs into your lush backyard garden? Well, you are in luck! The state of Georgia, in general, has well-drained acidic soils, wet and conducive spring and fall seasons as well as less harsh winters. Honestly, most evergreen plants thrive in these kinds of conditions which is a plus in this case.
Incorporating landscape shrubs in your backyard garden has plenty of advantages. They enhance aesthetics, provide food for insects and wildlife and are good shelter when you need a beautiful spot to hang out. We have compiled of four plants which we think you should try out with a bias to the Japanese Andromeda.
Japanese Andromeda (Pieris Japonica.)
Of the seven different types of species in the Pieris genus, the Japanese andromeda or Pieris Japonica is by far the most popular. This amazing plant which is native to Japan, China, and Taiwan is characterized by dark green glossy leaves as well as chains of…show more content… The Japanese Andromeda is visually appealing throughout the year which makes it an irresistible ornamental plant for your backyard garden usage. Its leaves develop a coppery- bronze or bright- red hue during early spring and remain green for the rest of the year including during winter. It also develops clusters white flowers that resemble those of the lily of the valley during spring. Sometimes pink flowers come up while at other points they turn reddish. Additionally the flowers of the Andromeda smell just like honey.
Will it Be Great for Your Garden?
Good news! The Andromeda is a great fit for your Atlanta garden. The following reasons make it a great fit for your Atlanta garden.
- The plant is drought resistant and will withstand the hot summers in Atlanta.
- It does well in slightly acidic to acidic soils. Atlanta's soils are very acidic.
- It is relatively resistant to urban pollution which makes it great for a city of Atlanta's proportions.
