Shade‑Tolerant Property Border: Hostas and Boxwood

For a shady, clay, well‑drained property line in zone 6:

Hostas: Tough, diverse foliage, easy care. Amend with composted manure spring and fall.
Boxwood: Evergreen, shearable to 4–5 feet, shade‑tolerant.

Both thrive in your conditions and provide year‑round structure.

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