Perennial Combinations, Plant Combinations, Summer Borders
This perennial border is brimming with a colorful, naturalistic planting. It is the perfect tranquil setting in which to relax and enjoy a summer day with friends and family.
Planted in a prairie style, this lush garden features bold groups of same species plants, which typically flower for long periods during the summer months and hold their architectural form during the winter months. Starring in this colorful show are Echinacea purpurea ‘Magnus’ and ‘Rubinglow'(Coneflower), Veronicastrum virginicum ‘Album’ (Culver’s Root), Eupatorium maculatum (Spotted Joe-Pye Weed), Sedum ‘Brilliant’ (Stonecrop), Geranium ‘Rozanne’ (Cranesbill), Hydrangea arborescens ‘Annabelle’ (Smooth Hydrangea), Verbena bonariensis (Tall Verbena) and Stipa tenuissima (Mexican Feather Grass)
A simple and easy plant combination to create for a lovely and unforgettable spectacle! Easy to grow and fairly low care, most plants are attractive to butterflies or hummingbirds!
| Hardiness |
7 - 8 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
7 - 8 |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall |
| Maintenance | Low, Average |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Loam |
| Soil pH | Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Fragrant, Plant of Merit, Showy |
| Attracts | Birds, Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Landscaping Ideas | Beds And Borders |
| Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow, Traditional Garden |
Credit: GAP Photos/Richard Bloom - Garden designed by Paul Mercer
| Hardiness |
7 - 8 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
7 - 8 |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall |
| Maintenance | Low, Average |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Loam |
| Soil pH | Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Fragrant, Plant of Merit, Showy |
| Attracts | Birds, Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Landscaping Ideas | Beds And Borders |
| Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow, Traditional Garden |
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| Plant | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|
| Echinacea purpurea 'Magnus' (Coneflower) | N/A | Buy Plants |
| Echinacea purpurea 'Rubinglow' (Coneflower) | N/A | Buy Plants |
| Veronicastrum virginicum 'Album' (Culver's Root) | N/A | Buy Plants |
| Eupatorium maculatum (Spotted Joe-Pye Weed) | N/A | Buy Plants |
| Sedum 'Brilliant' (Stonecrop) | N/A | Buy Plants |
| Geranium Rozanne (Cranesbill) | N/A | Buy Plants |
| Hydrangea arborescens 'Annabelle' (Smooth Hydrangea) | N/A | Buy Plants |
| Verbena bonariensis (Tall Verbena) | N/A | Buy Plants |
| Stipa tenuissima (Mexican Feather Grass) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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Becoming a contributing member of Gardenia is easy and can be done in just a few minutes. If you provide us with your name, email address and the payment of a modest $25 annual membership fee, you will become a full member, enabling you to design and save up to 25 of your garden design ideas.
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