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If I have a raised bed 12m square and inoculate one side with wine caps and the other side with oyster will one outcompete the other or will they stay in their own areas? Has anyone attempted this before? I’m using cardboard and innoculated straw topped with wood chips.

I’m working on creating a new hedge for my garden in Nanaimo on Vancouver Island, and I could really use some advice. I have some specific criteria, and I’m hoping you can help me find the best options.

Here’s what I’m looking for:

Cold-Hardy: The hedge needs to grow well in zone 8a-8b, which means it should be able to withstand mild winters and occasional frost.

Evergreen: I want a plant that keeps its foliage over the winter for year-round privacy and aesthetics.

Fragrant Flowers: I love the idea of having something that smells nice

Edible Berries: I’d prefer something that produces edible berries or fruit (bonus points if they’re tasty or have culinary uses!).

Pest & Disease Resistant: I’m looking for something that is low-maintenance and resistant to common pests and diseases.

Height: The hedge should eventually reach around 6 feet tall

Moderate Growth Rate: I’m okay with slower growth, but it should fill in relatively well over time.

Options I’ve Considered:

Pineapple Guava (Feijoa sellowiana) – I’ve been thinking about this one since it meets many of my criteria. It’s cold-hardy, evergreen, produces fragrant tropical flowers, and edible fruit. But I’m wondering if it’s a good fit in terms of growth rate and cold tolerance in my zone.

If anyone has suggestions or advice on plants that meet these criteria, I’d greatly appreciate your input!

Thanks in advance! 😊

I recently purchased a half acre on the Washington coast, there is good healthy soil, lots of moisture and tons of huckleberries and blackberries and on the property. I have plans to add additional berries and herbs and flowers as we move into the spring/summer. I’m generally open to advice, but am specifically looking for advice on what to do with this wood pile. It’s rotten through, and while I’ve had success burying smaller piles of wood and planting on top, I’m stuck on how big this pile is.

Should I burry the pile of wood as is? Attempt to maneuver it into smaller piles to bury? What should I plant on top?

Also, since I’m here, what’s the best way to get rid of ivy beyond pulling? 🙃