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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Hoping someone can help. I am ready to address the hideous area between our house and fence which is full of moss and weeds. It's total shade and poor soil - there are some pavers in there that someone must have filled in between with fine gravel. Would love to plant something that would fill in between the pavers as well as some perennials that would grow well along the fence and/ or the house. I am not a fan of hostas, which is what the internet is suggesting. [/quote]

Many plants thrive in the shade.  If you are OK replanting every year, you can make a gorgeous design with coleus, which comes in many varieties and vibrant colors.  Assorted coral bells are also lovely and colorful if you pick the right kind.  Bleeding hearts are that one rare plant that will bloom in the shade, and there is a sub-model (Luxuriant bleeding heart) that has a very long blooming time if you commit to deadheading.  Columbines are OK in the shade but rarely last past 3 years. And of course, hydrangeas!  Oakleafs do great in the shade and grow tall.  There are dwarf varieties under different names. [/quote]

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