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Posted by nyccoconut 6 (My Page) on

Mon, Jun 30, 08 at 9:49

Hello!

I would like to plant something on my windowsill. I am looking for a plant that:

Х Can stand up to direct Eastern exposure (no buildings blocking the morning sun)
Х Is Modern/architectural
Х With Year-round heartiness and interest on an NYC windowsill

Would anyone have any suggestions?

I am especially interested in Sedums or Grasses (the grass dying back in the Winter is okay).

Thank you!
Jeff

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Posted by tom_crowley 7/long island (My Page) on
Thu, Jul 3, 08 at 18:15

It sounds like you are looking for plants for window boxes not window sills .If its sill see if you can find "Well-clad Window Sills "By Tovah Martin that book may help.

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Posted by gabacious (My Page) on
Sun, Jul 6, 08 at 18:14

Japanese bloodgrass (imperata cylindrica) might be a good choice for you, depending on what your planters look like. I planted some I got from Dove Creek Nurseries in a "faux cement " planter on my roof, and am quite thrilled with it. The plants were a little small, however, so for this season I interplanted them with some salvia "Lady in Red". I can send you a picture if you like.

Best,

Gaby

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