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A Charming Late Summer Garden Idea with Japanese Anemones, Sedum and Grasses

Perennial Combinations, Plant Combinations, Flowerbeds Ideas, Summer Borders, Fall Borders

Perennial Combinations, Plant Combinations, Flowerbeds Ideas, Summer Borders, Fall Borders, Anemone hupehensis, Japanese Anemones, Anemone hupehensis var. japonica, Anemone Prinz Heinrich, Anemone Prince Henry, Persicaria amplexicaulis

Add a burst of late-summer vibrance to your garden with this easy-to-replicate planting idea, suitable for various sunny locations. This delightful ensemble features the elegant Anemone x hybrida ‘September Charm’ (Japanese Anemone), the continuously blooming Persicaria amplexicaulis ‘Firetail’ (Mountain Fleece), the ethereal clusters of Verbena bonariensis (Tall Verbena), and the delicate raspberry-colored clusters of Sedum ‘Herbstfreude’ (‘Autumn Joy’).

Complementing these are stunning ornamental grasses. Miscanthus sinensis ‘Zebrinus’ (Zebra Grass) showcases its unique, soft yellow bands on arching leaves, while the lofty Stipa gigantea (Golden Oats) stands as a statuesque beauty.

Adding a touch of theatrical flair is Amaranthus cruentus ‘Velvet Curtains’ (Purple Amaranth), with its dark crimson tassels and vibrant red foliage, ensuring your garden is anything but ordinary.

All featured plants have received the Royal Horticultural Society’s esteemed Award of Garden Merit, confirming their exceptional performance in garden settings. Most are also resistant to deer and rabbits, offering practical advantages along with their aesthetic appeal. Moreover, these plants make fabulous fresh-cut flowers, allowing you to bring a piece of your garden’s late-summer glory indoors.

Indulge in this curated plant collection and enjoy the uplifting colors and textures it brings to your garden—and your home!

Garden Information

Hardiness 7 - 8
Heat Zones 7 - 8
Climate Zones 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Summer (Mid, Late)
Fall
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Average
Soil Type Loam
Soil pH Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained
Characteristics Cut Flowers, Plant of Merit, Showy
Attracts Birds, Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Landscaping Ideas Beds And Borders
Garden Styles Informal and Cottage

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Alternative Plants to Consider

Persicaria amplexicaulis ‘Taurus’ (Mountain Fleece)
Sedum ‘Brilliant’ (Stonecrop)
Crocosmia x crocosmiiflora ‘Emily Mckenzie’
Anemone hupehensis var Japonica ‘Pamina’ (Japanese Anemone)
Anemone tomentosa ‘Robustissima’ (Japanese Anemone)
Anemone x hybrida ‘Königin Charlotte’ (Queen Charlotte)

Learn About These Genera

Crocosmia (Montbretia)
Japanese Anemones
Sedum (Stonecrop)
Persicaria amplexicaulis (Mountain Fleece)
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 7 - 8
Heat Zones 7 - 8
Climate Zones 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Summer (Mid, Late)
Fall
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Average
Soil Type Loam
Soil pH Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained
Characteristics Cut Flowers, Plant of Merit, Showy
Attracts Birds, Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Landscaping Ideas Beds And Borders
Garden Styles Informal and Cottage
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Do I Need?
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