A Beautiful Fall Border Idea with Dahlias, Verbena and Grasses
Perennial Combinations, Plant Combinations, Flowerbeds Ideas, Summer Borders, Fall Borders
This long-lasting harmonious planting offers interest in all seasons, starting in spring with the abundant white blossoms of Malus 'Evereste' (Crabapple). They are followed by a symphony of flower colors in summer where the tall purple wands of Brazilian Verbena (Verbena bonariensis), and the pretty crimson velvety flowers of Dahlia coccinea intermingle with the profuse clusters of fuchsia-like, salmon flowers of Phygelius × rectus 'African Queen' (Cape Fuchsia).
As fall approaches, Miscanthus nepalensis (Himalayan Fairy Grass) puts on a splendid show with its delicate silky flower plumes gracefully arching above its lush foliage and swaying elegantly in the slightest breeze. Both the foliage of the Acer and Malus ignite to brilliant shades of red, orange and gold before shedding to the ground.
As the leaves fall, they reveal the incredibly pretty chestnut-brown bark of the Acer, which peels into thin, tight curls, displaying brighter cinnamon-red wood beneath. We can also admire the cherry-like, red blushed, orange-yellow fruit which bedeck the Malus and gleam like jewels in the soft sunlight.
Very attractive to hummingbirds, butterflies and birds, this interesting planting combination reveals its splendor, season after season.
Garden Information
Hardiness |
8 – 8
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Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Mid,Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall Winter |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil Ph | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy |
Attracts | Bees, Birds, Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
Landscaping Ideas | Beds and Borders |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage , Prairie and Meadow , Traditional Garden |
Great Plant Combination Ideas with Phygelius - Cape Fuchsias Great Plant Combination Ideas with Acer - Maples Great Plant Combination Ideas with Dahlia Great Plant Combination Ideas with Malus - Crabapples Great Plant Combination Ideas with Miscanthus - Maiden Grasses Great Plant Combination Ideas with Verbena
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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 | 8 – 8
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Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Mid,Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall Winter |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil Ph | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy |
Attracts | Bees, Birds, Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
Landscaping Ideas | Beds and Borders |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage , Prairie and Meadow , Traditional Garden |
Great Plant Combination Ideas with Phygelius - Cape Fuchsias Great Plant Combination Ideas with Acer - Maples Great Plant Combination Ideas with Dahlia Great Plant Combination Ideas with Malus - Crabapples Great Plant Combination Ideas with Miscanthus - Maiden Grasses Great Plant Combination Ideas with Verbena
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Verbena bonariensis (Tall Verbena)
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Miscanthus nepalensis (Himalaya Fairy Grass)
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Dahlia coccinea (Scarlet Dahlia)
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Astelia 'Silver Shadow' (Silver Spear)
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Phygelius x rectus 'African Queen' (Cape Fuchsia)
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Malus 'Evereste' (Crabapple)
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Acer griseum (Paperbark Maple)
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