Both fit nicely into a flower border, foundation planting or a low-growing hedge.

But although bayberries are easy to grow and handsome when massed, they could be quite high-maintenance as a foundation planting.

Tree trunks were now sturdy, maybe eight inches in diameter, and the foundation plantings had long ago crept over the windowsills.

Uncared for through many years, the foundation plantings had grown into thick, dense hedges.

Typically, foundation plantings are set at the base of the house to create a transition between the house and the landscape.

I think the object of a foundation planting should be to tie the house into the natural landscape.

I think you want to stagger your foundation plantings and move it out into the landscape.

Mr. Hill recommends using them for foundation plantings or small hedges.

The roomy homes, tan or grey rectangles, all have porches and foundation plantings.

One of their favorite foods is the Japanese yew, used in foundation plantings around suburban homes.