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A Pretty Prairie Planting Idea with Echinacea pallida, Eryngium and Agastache

Perennial Combinations, Plant Combinations, Prairie Planting Ideas, Summer Borders

Summer borders, Garden Ideas, Border ideas, Perennial Planting, Perennial combination, Perennial Meadow, Echinacea pallida, Pale purple Conflower, Globe thistle, Echinops Ritro Veitch's Blue, Agastache rugosa

Immerse yourself in a captivating garden space inspired by the natural beauty of the prairie, designed by the world-renowned horticulturist Piet Oudolf. This particular assembly of hardy perennials unfurls a parade of color, form, and scent from the beginning of summer well into the fall season.

The Echinacea pallida, also known as the Pale Purple Coneflower, serves as the foundation of this palette, enchanting the eye with its soft, pinkish petals and prominent central cones. Then comes the striking Veronicastrum virginicum ‘Lavendelturm,’ or Culver’s Root, which punctuates the arrangement with its tall, slender spikes of lavender-blue flowers. These architectural elements are masterfully interwoven with the aromatic blossoms of Agastache ‘Black Adder,’ commonly referred to as Giant Hyssop. With its spiky inflorescences and anise-like scent, it adds both olfactory and visual interest.

But the show is not complete without the intriguing addition of Eryngium yuccifolium, or Rattlesnake Master. This plant captivates with its unique spherical, creamy-white flower heads, resembling tiny globes of light amidst the textural richness of the other plants.

Beyond their aesthetic charm, these carefully selected perennials offer ecological advantages. They act as powerful magnets for pollinators like butterflies and hummingbirds, enhancing your garden’s role in local ecosystems. Despite their allure to beneficial fauna, these plants are also admirably deer-resistant, ensuring that your garden remains as the designer intended. Lastly, the hardiness and low-maintenance nature of these selections make them perfect candidates for cut flower arrangements, letting you bring a slice of your outdoor paradise indoors.

In summary, this captivating perennial combination not only pleases the eyes but also contributes positively to your garden’s ecosystem, all while requiring minimal care. Enjoy your enchanting, prairie-inspired garden oasis!

Garden Information

Hardiness 6 - 8
Heat Zones 6 - 8
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Summer (Early, Mid, Late)
Fall
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Low, Average
Soil Type Loam
Soil pH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained
Characteristics Cut Flowers, Showy
Tolerance Deer
Attracts Birds, Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Landscaping Ideas Beds And Borders
Garden Styles Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow

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Alternative Plants to Consider

Echinacea purpurea ‘Ruby Giant’ (Coneflower)
Veronicastrum virginicum F. Roseum ‘Pink Glow’ (Culver’s Root)
Veronicastrum virginicum ‘Fascination’ (Culver’s Root)
Eryngium giganteum (Miss Willmott’s Ghost)
Echinacea purpurea ‘Rubinglow’ (Coneflower)
Echinacea purpurea ‘Magnus’ (Coneflower)
Agastache ‘Blue Fortune’ (Giant Hyssop)
Veronicastrum virginicum ‘Album’ (Culver’s Root)

Learn About These Genera

Veronicastrum virginicum (Culver’s Root)
Agastache (Hyssop)
While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.

Garden Information

Hardiness 6 - 8
Heat Zones 6 - 8
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Summer (Early, Mid, Late)
Fall
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Low, Average
Soil Type Loam
Soil pH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained
Characteristics Cut Flowers, Showy
Tolerance Deer
Attracts Birds, Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Landscaping Ideas Beds And Borders
Garden Styles Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow
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