Plants that pretty much stay in their place.

I can understand that. No one ever has trouble with their honey suckle or wisteria looking bad. Invasive plants always look strong and healthy.

but as I age I'm thinking more varied

So what we want is a plant with the all the vigor of an invasive species, but a slow growing vigor.

I've given up on that and am just settling for invasive species that the neighbors don't complain about. I'll let you know when I find one!

Jeff

I'm being to think avoid vines with a few exceptions like clematis.

Vines do seem to be the worst. I've taken years battling them, and they can take over if you miss controlling them for a month or two.

Jeff

Japanese Yew is very vigorous; nothing seems to bother it. It trims beautifully, and grows s-l-o-w-l-y, especially when it's small. FWIW.

Tony M.