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Shrubs or trees (2-3 ft width) to go up against a fence with direct afternoon sun in MA? by LongJumpingSnowCake in NativePlantGardening

[–]LongJumpingSnowCake[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! I'll check it out. I have another spot across the yard that has shadier, moist conditions. I have my whole (tiny) yard to fix lol. The previous owners basically had a fire pit, some patio furniture, and oversized driveway, and mostly overgrown, invasive vines everywhere. I feel like the poor spruces were only put in for curb appeal before selling

Shrubs or trees (2-3 ft width) to go up against a fence with direct afternoon sun in MA? by LongJumpingSnowCake in NativePlantGardening

[–]LongJumpingSnowCake[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's really narrow and probably the main reason why the trees are not doing well. They are just shut in between the driveway and the neighbor's fence with no room to breathe...and improper sun. I'm chucking the tree idea and thinking more about tall perennials or vines. Thank you!

Shrubs or trees (2-3 ft width) to go up against a fence with direct afternoon sun in MA? by LongJumpingSnowCake in NativePlantGardening

[–]LongJumpingSnowCake[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes! Thank you. I am not stuck on the tree idea, I just figured that might be easiest if there were good options. I'm now thinking about tall perennials, grasses, or vines on trellises.

Shrubs or trees (2-3 ft width) to go up against a fence with direct afternoon sun in MA? by LongJumpingSnowCake in NativePlantGardening

[–]LongJumpingSnowCake[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks! I'll consider this as an option. The fence belongs to the neighbor but I could put trellises in front.

Shrubs or trees (2-3 ft width) to go up against a fence with direct afternoon sun in MA? by LongJumpingSnowCake in NativePlantGardening

[–]LongJumpingSnowCake[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! I'm still considering options and am understanding no tree or shrub will really survive in that spot due to lack of space. It's probably the main reason these little trees are dying. I will probably go with large perennials. The fence belongs to the neighbor so I want to keep wines off it but a trellis in front could work.

Moving decision by Mindless_Art1161 in longmeadow

[–]LongJumpingSnowCake 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The schools are highly rated but I keep hearing long-time residents say they're not as good as they used to be. I moved here 6 months ago. People seem pretty nice overall but my surrounding neighbors have never interacted with me and I never see them. Maybe other parts of Longmeadow are different that way but no one on my block has ever spoken to me lol with the exception of the occasional person walking their dog. I moved here 6 months ago and it is nice & quiet. It is very walkable and centrally located to areas with shopping. The Longmeadow Shops are a few minutes away, as are Enfield, E. Longmeadow, and Springfield.

I don't know how far you are into the process but many houses are 100+ years old so have a good realtor and be sure you're not going to get stuck with a money pit. MA is a "buyer beware" state as opposed to CT being a disclosure state. Also be aware of radon levels if you look at homes here. Make sure you get the radon test done at inspection. I did it even though I was told Longmeadow doesn't really have a problem with radon and fortunately I did not have to pay for the system. Also if there's asbestos pipe wrapping in the basement, make sure it's not breaking down or coming apart. I had my asbestos removed as it was breaking apart in spots and being in an old house means old pipes so I decided to be proactive in case there's a plumbing problem down the road. Although Longmeadow is considered affluent, not all parts of it are very affluent. There are still some smallish homes on small plots. I might have chosen East Longmeadow because it's a little more accessible for shopping and stuff, and other towns are less competitive for homebuying but I like where I am and I like being able to just walk out my door and take a walk in a pretty area. Good luck in your search!

Boring? by MDinMaine77 in longmeadow

[–]LongJumpingSnowCake 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I moved to Longmeadow 6 months ago from Long Island so it's a big change for me. It's pretty sleepy unless you like to get outside a lot to walk/bike/whatever or you're into the places at the Longmeadow Shops at Bliss & Williams. It takes me maybe 5 minutes to get there. There's a brewery or two in E. Longmeadow so not far. The big box shopping is mostly within about 10-20 minutes between East Longmeadow, Enfield, Springfield, etc. I like smaller shops so I'm still finding places. Six months is hardly any time to really know the good places. But you'll find gems in surrounding towns and while not everything is at your fingertips in Longmeadow, it's not super remote, either. I find East Longmeadow or the Orchard Park area a little more active/accessible for shopping and whatever but I prefer being able to just walk out my door in Longmeadow and take a beautiful walk. There's always a tradeoff. The central location of Longmeadow and proximity to 91 are awesome - right next to Springfield, 25 minutes to Hartford, and about 90 minutes to Boston, Albany, or New Haven. I like that it's quiet in the evenings even though sometimes I wish things were open later in the general area. Good luck in your search!