Plant Combinations, Flowerbeds Ideas, Summer Borders, Fall Borders
As the summer season winds down, many gardens begin to lose their vibrancy. However, with a carefully curated selection of perennials and architectural grasses, you can ensure your garden continues to dazzle well into the late season.
The centerpiece of this ensemble is Pennisetum setaceum, a graceful ornamental grass known for its cascading plumes. When paired with the deep red spikes of Penstemon ‘Garnet’, the garden takes on a dynamic contrast that’s both lively and elegant.
Miscanthus sinensis ‘Kaskade’ adds another layer of texture with its waterfall-like inflorescences, perfectly complementing the slender spires of Verbena rigida f. lilacina ‘Polaris’. The torch-like blooms of Kniphofia ‘Timothy’ introduce a fiery element, harmonizing beautifully with the fragrant blue spires of Agastache rugosa.
Sedum ‘Purple Emperor’ brings a touch of royal richness with its deep purple leaves, a hue echoed by the towering presence of Canna ‘Wyoming’ with its bronze foliage and tangerine blooms.
No ensemble is complete without a touch of drama, provided here by Sambucus nigra Black Beauty. Its deep purple-black foliage acts as a striking backdrop, enhancing the colors of its garden companions.
Each plant in this collection offers its unique aesthetic appeal, but when combined, they create a symphony of color, texture, and form, ensuring your garden remains a visual feast well into the later months. Enjoy the beauty and serenity this late-season garden idea brings!
Most plants are top performers and have been awarded prestigious awards. Fairly easy to replicate, this plant combination will glow for weeks. Enjoy!
| Hardiness |
8 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
8 |
| Climate Zones | 14, 15, 16, 17 |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Summer (Mid, Late) Fall |
| Maintenance | Average |
| Water Needs | Low, Average |
| Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Plant of Merit, Showy |
| Attracts | Birds, Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Landscaping Ideas | Beds And Borders |
| Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage |
©Clive Nichols
| Hardiness |
8 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
8 |
| Climate Zones | 14, 15, 16, 17 |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Summer (Mid, Late) Fall |
| Maintenance | Average |
| Water Needs | Low, Average |
| Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, 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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| Pennisetum setaceum (Fountain Grass) | N/A | Buy Plants |
| Penstemon 'Garnet' (Beardtongue) | N/A | Buy Plants |
| Miscanthus sinensis 'Kaskade' (Chinese Silver Grass) | N/A | Buy Plants |
| Verbena rigida f. lilacina 'Polaris' (Slender Vervain) | N/A | Buy Plants |
| Kniphofia 'Timothy' (Red Hot Poker) | N/A | Buy Plants |
| Agastache rugosa (Korean Mint) | N/A | Buy Plants |
| Sedum telephium 'Purple Emperor' (Stonecrop) | N/A | Buy Plants |
| Canna 'Wyoming' (Canna Lily) | N/A | Buy Plants |
| Sambucus nigra Black Beauty® (Elderberry) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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