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By Goodbeans

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Should a bog garden still have drainage ?



  • Question asked on 10 Jun, 2008

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AndrewR
Andrewr
 

Yes. Bog plants like very damp soil but won't appreciate sitting in water especially in the winter

10 Jun, 2008

goodbeans
Goodbeans
 

Thanks Andrew. I want to soften the edge any suggestions on planting in this marginal area ?

11 Jun, 2008

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