Sun-loving perennials
The hot summer sun is no match for these proven performers. They have a long bloom period and they’re tolerant of dry spells, making them truly low maintenance.
My top 5
21. ‘Moonbeam’ coreopsis (Coreopsis verticillata ‘Moonbeam’)
22. Silver feather grass (Miscanthus sinensis ‘Silberfeder’)
23. ‘Goldsturm’ black-eyed Susan (Rudbeckia fulgida var. sullivantii ‘Goldsturm’)
24. Autumn Joy sedum (Sedum [Herbstfreude Group] ‘Herbstfreude’)
25. Shasta daisy Becky (Leucanthemum ×superbum ‘Becky’)
Star plant: 'Moonbeam' coreopsis, a sun-loving perennial, is a proven performer, and its buttercup-yellow blooms and light, thin foliage add a splash of fresh colour to the garden.
Perennials for shade
The possibilities for a perennial shade garden are endless. From the large leaves of hosta to the colourful flowers of astilbe, this selection will add garden interest with a minimal amount of care.
My top 5
26. ‘Sprite’ astilbe (Astilbe [Simplicifolia Hybrid] ‘Sprite’)
27. Fern-leafed bleeding heart (Dicentra ‘Luxuriant’)
28. Golden creeping Jenny (Lysimachia nummularia ‘Aurea’)
29. Ostrich fern (Matteuccia struthiopteris)
30. ‘Sum and Substance’ hosta
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