Plant Combinations, Flowerbeds Ideas, Summer Borders, Fall Borders
Enjoy a glowing and colorful garden in late summer or fall. Combine the crimson flower spikes of Kniphofia rooperi (Red Hot Poker), the azure-blue spires of Aconitum carmichaelii ‘Arendsii’ (Monkshood), and the vibrant deep violet blossoms of Aster amellus ‘Violet Queen’ (Italian Asters) with bold ornamental grasses such as Calamagrostis x acutiflora ‘Karl Foerster’ (Feather Reed Grass) and the lovely Miscanthus sinensis ‘Yakushima Dwarf’ (Maiden Grass). Glistening in the late season, these easy-to-grow perennials make a striking contrast to the soft autumnal hues of the grasses.
Add fragrance to the border with the almost continuously blooming Rose ‘Sally Holmes’ and enjoy a delightful color show, that will enlighten your garden for weeks.
Most plants are top performers and have been awarded prestigious awards. Fairly easy to replicate, this plant combination will make your neighbors envious. Enjoy!
| Hardiness |
6 - 8 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
4 - 8 |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest | Summer (Late), Fall |
| Maintenance | Average |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Loam |
| Soil pH | Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Fragrant, Plant of Merit, Showy |
| Attracts | Birds, Butterflies |
| Landscaping Ideas | Beds And Borders |
| Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage |
©Clive Nichols
| Hardiness |
6 - 8 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
4 - 8 |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest | Summer (Late), Fall |
| Maintenance | Average |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Loam |
| Soil pH | Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Fragrant, Plant of Merit, Showy |
| Attracts | Birds, Butterflies |
| Landscaping Ideas | Beds And Borders |
| Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage |
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| Plant | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|
| Aster amellus 'Violet Queen' or 'Veilchenkönigin' (Italian Aster) | N/A | Buy Plants |
| Miscanthus sinensis 'Yakushima Dwarf' (Chinese Silver Grass) | N/A | Buy Plants |
| Kniphofia rooperi (Red Hot Poker) | N/A | Buy Plants |
| Rosa 'Sally Holmes' (Climbing Rose) | N/A | Buy Plants |
| Calamagrostis x acutiflora 'Karl Foerster' (Feather Reed Grass) | N/A | Buy Plants |
| Aconitum carmichaelii 'Arendsii' (Monkshood) | N/A | Buy Plants |
| Persicaria amplexicaulis 'Firetail' (Mountain Fleece) | 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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