Perennials and annuals for shady gardens

Published on 4 April 2024 at 00:09

Long Island , New York 


Boca Ratón , Florida .yes we can have this garden in New York but with a special care because cyanthea cooperi might need to be wrapped during winter depending where in New York you're in , because most of those plants are for zone 6 and tropic but they can make it in Zone 7 depending where exactly you're in because if you're in upstate NY they might don't come back in spring plus this plant love water so if you want resilient plants these are not for you . 


Nassau , Long Island, New York .

we did this for a very special client we were goin to plant one hydrangea tree in her back yard but she decided that she wanted people to see her new hydrangea so we bring it to her front yard. that spot didn't really had any flowering perennial shurbs but trees so we decide to plant a few more hydrangeas shrubs  and in that summer we planted some impatiens and coleus to add more color to tha shady greeny area.  


Shady gardens offer a unique canvas for creating lush, tranquil spaces. Despite the limited light, you can cultivate a beautiful landscape by choosing the right shade-loving plants. Here are some delightful options to transform your shady oasis:

 

Perennials

  1. Hosta: Known as the queen of shade gardens, hostas thrive in various colors, patterns, and sizes. Their attractive foliage adds texture and interest. 
  2. Coral Bells (Heuchera): These semi-evergreen perennials come in a wide range of foliage colors, from lemon yellow to nearly black. Their delicate flowers bloom above the leaves in late spring or early summer. Coral bells are versatile and suitable for mixed borders, mass plantings, and containers..
  3. Maidenhair Fern: With its delicate fronds, the maidenhair fern adds elegance to shady spots.
  4. Astilbe: These feathery plumes of flowers bring a touch of romance to shady corners. Astilbes prefer consistently moist soil and come in various shades, including pink, white, and red.
  5. Bleeding Heart (Dicentra spectabilis): The heart-shaped flowers of bleeding hearts dangle gracefully from arching stems. They bloom in spring and prefer rich, well-drained soil.
  6. Hydrangea: Some hydrangea varieties, such as Hydrangea macrophylla, thrive in partial shade. Their large, mophead blooms add charm to any gardens.

Annual flowers 

  1. Balsam: An old-fashioned plant related to impatiens, balsam blooms in a wide range of shades..
  2. Lobelia: Trailing lobelias offer rich, true blues and prolific blooms in spring and fall. These colorful shade annuals tolerate various light conditions, including shade..
  3. Torenia (Wishbone Flower): With trumpet-shaped blooms in blues, purples, pinks, and yellows, torenia thrives in shade. It comes in both upright and trailing varieties, allowing you to grow it in beds, borders, or containers.
  4. Oxalis: Golden-leaf oxalis pairs beautifully with browallia. Some varieties have green and purple leaves, resembling shamrocks..
  5. Impatiens: Classic impatiens, available in various colors, are reliable shade annuals.
  6. Pansy: Pansies thrive in partial to full shade. Their velvety petals come in an array of colors, from whites and yellows to deep purples.
  7. Begonias: Begonias are versatile and come in various forms wax begonias, tuberous begonias, and fibrous begonias.
  8. Coleus: Known for their striking foliage, coleus plants thrive in shade.

 


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