planting up a woodland area?

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Doreen Mc Kenna asked 14 years ago

We have recently reclaimed an area of ground along side an existing native hedge. Basically it was a very wet area so we put in drainage covered over with stones and them top soil on top. I would love to plant up a woodland area with a winding path running down its length but have no idea where to start. Weeds are spreading rapidly, its clay soil and quite a shady area?

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Gerry Daly Staff answered 6 years ago
You could consider planting a garden woodland, leaving a path through it.

Control weeds with Roundup and plant whips in November. Alder would be good in a damp area.

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