Astilbe “Hot pearls” rosy red flower, h-18″, zone 4 Astilbe chinensis “Dark Side of the Moon” h 20-22″near black foliage. Dark stems hold raspberry buds that burst with rosy purple flowers. This performs best both for growing and flowering in full sun in the north with adequate ...
“Full sun” for plants is regarded as being at least 6 hours of direct sun per day. Some will perform even better with more sun, while others may benefit with protection from hot afternoon sun. Here are some of the best sun-loving perennials to grow, chosen for their reliability, ease...
has worked hard toward selections that perform well in our West Michigan climate, overwintering for the last three years (including a zone 6 winter). Full Sun | Zones: 6-9 Variety Pictured: Lagerstroemia BARISTA® 'Cherry Mocha' Learn More 28. Lavandula (Lavender) Lavender has been grown...
Tyson-Strait, however, offers a note of caution: “Depending on where you live, this plant is a borderline hardy perennial. It will rarely survive winters under zone 7. I left it in the ground, and it survived the past New York City winter.” This plant is deer- and rabbit-resistant ...
If you live in a northern zone and are frustrated with perennials that are behaving like annuals, here is a list of plants we have found to consistently overwinter in Zone 4.
Sorry, folks north of Zone 6. Actually, it only works here (Z. 6a) because of outstanding drainage; it’s planted in a pile of gravel. Mine has lived through two winters with -20 F days. Place where the sun will rise or set behind it for maximum effect. Bunny the Whippet not ...
4. Purple Coneflower ThePurple Conefloweris another perennial that just oozes country charm. Similar to the sun-loving Black-Eyed Susan, the Purple Coneflower spreads quickly, so it’s great for large areas. It’s also an excellent cut flower to add bright pops of color to any bouquet. ...
a low-growing hedge. Its spreading branches create a herringbone pattern, and it has tiny, pink flowers in spring. During winter, this deciduous shrub has lost its leaves but is adorned with red berries. Hardy in USDA zones 4 through 7,cranberry cotoneastergrows best in full to partial sun...
Carex flacca (a.k.a glauca) (3.5-inch pot)Common name: Sedge - Blue Sedge Height: 8-10 Inches Spread: 12-18 Inches Hardiness Zone: 4-9 Full Sun to Part Shade Evergreen in warmer climates Blue-Green to blue-gray foliage Clumping but spreads slowly by... ...
Hardy to zone 4. Rheum Ornamental Rhubarb Kin to the edible Rhubarb, these ornamental perennials spawn large brawny leafage and tall intriguing floral spires. Rheum can be utilized as a specimen in the mixed border, the landscape or skirting the water’s edge. They require deep, rich soil and...