Perennial Combinations, Plant Combinations, Summer Borders
This enchanting hillside perennial garden harmoniously blends an array of textures and hues, creating a visual feast that effortlessly complements the natural environment. Designed for easy replication, the selection of plants include ‘May Night’ Sage (Salvia x sylvestris ‘Mainacht’), Lamb’s Ears (Stachys byzantina), ‘Autumn Joy’ Stonecrop (Sedum ‘Herbstfreude’), Lady’s Mantle (Alchemilla mollis), Russian Sage (Perovskia atriplicifolia), Common Chives (Allium schoenoprasum), and ‘Caesar’s Brother’ Siberian Iris (Iris sibirica).
Chosen for their minimal upkeep needs and charming appearances, the majority of these plants are recognized with prestigious gardening awards, confirming their ease of growth. They not only attract the vivacious energy of butterflies and hummingbirds, but also have the added advantage of being typically overlooked by deer. Immerse yourself in the delightful sight of this hillside garden, and allow it to enhance your appreciation for the splendid diversity of perennials. Enjoy the splendor!
Brilliantly created by Matthew Cunningham Landscape Design, this garden is a delight from spring to fall.
| Hardiness |
5 - 8 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
6 - 7 |
| Climate Zones | 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23 |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Dried Arrangements, Cut Flowers, Plant of Merit, Showy |
| Tolerance | Rabbit |
| Attracts | Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Landscaping Ideas | Beds And Borders |
| Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage, Traditional Garden |
Matthew Cunningham Landscape Design LLC is a Boston-based design firm committed to creating lush, balanced landscapes for high-end residential clientele throughout the Northeast. We create and implement meaningful, authentic design solutions that embrace the complexities of each site and grasp the dynamic rhythms of everyday life. Each garden incorporates existing site features and strengthens the connections between interior and exterior spaces. Our environmentally distinctive approach results from a unique understanding of what it means to live in seasonal New England.
| Hardiness |
5 - 8 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
6 - 7 |
| Climate Zones | 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23 |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Dried Arrangements, Cut Flowers, Plant of Merit, Showy |
| Tolerance | Rabbit |
| Attracts | Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Landscaping Ideas | Beds And Borders |
| Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage, Traditional Garden |
Recreate this garden. Specify the percentages you would like to have of each plant and input the dimensions of your garden space.We'll give you a shopping list so you know how many plants you need.
| Plant | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|
| Alchemilla mollis (Lady's Mantle) | N/A | Buy Plants |
| Iris sibirica 'Caesar's Brother' (Siberian Iris) | N/A | Buy Plants |
| Salvia yangii (Russian Sage) | N/A | Buy Plants |
| Sedum 'Herbstfreude' ('Autumn Joy') | N/A | Buy Plants |
| Stachys byzantina (Lamb's Ears) | N/A | Buy Plants |
| Salvia x sylvestris 'May Night' (Wood Sage) | N/A | Buy Plants |
| Allium schoenoprasum (Chives) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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Create a membership account to save your garden designs and to view them on any device.
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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