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Betony query

merlinbabydog

By Merlinbabydog

Devon, United Kingdom

I'd like to add some Betony to my little plot, mainly for the insect population. I know it likes a woodland edge, so some shade should be ok but will it be happy in clay? Any other tips would be welcome too. I see that Spritz and Rydeboyz have some and they look gorgeous.


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  • Question asked on 6 Mar, 2011

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seaburngirl
Seaburngirl
 

well i have some in a clayish soil and it is happy. most of y garden is semi shade too. so give it a go.

6 Mar, 2011

merlinbabydog
Merlinbabydog
 

Thanks Seaburngirl, will do.

6 Mar, 2011

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