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A hell strip is that forlorn strip between the sidewalk and the street. Usually, the narrow area consists of a few trees and a poorly kept grass at best, and is all too frequently nothing but a weed patch. Although the area is owned by the municipality, care is usually left up to the homeowner. Hell strip planting is a challenging task because the soil is usually badly compacted, stripped of nutrients and negatively affected by road salt and grime. Additionally, reflected heat from asphalt andconcrete keep the hell strip hot as you-know-what during the summer months.Check ordinances and be sure your city allows hell strip planting. Although many cities have certain restrictions and guidelines, most are happy to see the area beautified and cared for. However, they will probably tell you that it's your responsibility if the plant is damaged by snowplows, foot traffic or road construction. When selecting perennials for hell strips, it's best to choose plants that are 36 inches tall or less if there's any chance that the plants will block the vision of drivers particularly your driveway or your neighbor's. Natural mulch, such as bark chips, keep plant roots cool and moist, and also adds an element of beauty. However, mulch frequently gets washed into the storm drains. Gravel works well if your hell strip perennial plants are sturdy succulents, but again, the problem is keeping the gravel within the hell strip. You may need to surround plantings with edging to keep mulch in place.Planting a Tree Next to Sidewalks The great thing about planting a tree next to sidewalks in a hell strip is the effect it has on the neighborhood. A street lined with trees gives a street a gracious, happy look, especially if you select appropriate trees for hell strip landscaping. Remember that you are planting a tree next to sidewalks. Therefore, it's critical to pay attention to the root action you can expect from small hell strip trees. Rowdy roots are not just a function of big trees. Even the roots of some species of small trees will raise or crack the sidewalks. That's why it's important to take the selection of small trees for hell strips carefully.get this book now and know more about this aslo check LINDA LYNN PH.D bookshelf for more diet book

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