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A Stunning Perennial Garden

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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.

 

Garden Information

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

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Alternative Plants to Consider

Salvia nemorosa ‘Caradonna’ (Sage)
Iris sibirica ‘Silver Edge’ (Siberian Iris)
Sedum ‘Matrona’ (Stonecrop)
Sedum ‘Red Cauli’ (Stonecrop)
Perovskia ‘Blue Spire’ (Russian Sage)
Salvia nemorosa ‘Amethyst’ (Sage)

The Landscape Designers

Matthew Cunningham Landscape Design
Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers

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.

Address
540 Main Street, Suite 6, Winchester, Massachusetts, United States, 01890
Phone
(617) 905-2246

Learn About These Genera

Allium (Ornamental Onion)
Hardy Perennial Salvias (Sage)
Sedum (Stonecrop)
Iris sibirica (Siberian Iris)
Perovskia atriplicifolia (Russian Sage)
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 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
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Do I Need?
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New England
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