Culver's Root (Veronicastrum Virginicum) is an interesting plant. We grow it in shade along with some hostas and astilbes. It sends up these tall (6 feet!) spires of white flowers.
Next to and under the Culver's Root, we have Japanese Painted Fern. It is a delicate looking fern that is actually quite hardy and frows to a nice, decent size. It adds a lovely soft green color to the foliage around it.
These two plants are in one of my favorite corners of my garden.
Joyce says
The white flowers looks so delicate and dainty! Beautiful!
Pam says
Thank you! I should have stood back so you can see how tall they are!
sippitysup says
I love gardens and especially see them in places other than where I live. Non of these will make it in my arid So Cal garden. GREG
Pam says
That's one of my favorite things about Garden Tuesday - getting to see what survives in other people's yards.
Jo says
We have a very shady yard - thanks for some new ideas.
Marjie says
We struggle with shade loving shrubs, because our yard is just too big for pretty flowers and ferns to fill all of the shady areas. Great pictures, Pam!
Edible Celebrations (@lavesta) says
Wonderful pictures Pam. That first plant looks so stately. However, I am simply in love with the color and texture of the Japanese Painted Fern. I may just need to look into it!
Thanks so much for sharing, Pam...
P.S. I think I got my Garden Tuesday linked up right for a change:)
Monique says
Love the pics and the whole new look.So you.
Kristy, Life-n-Reflection says
Beautiful Shade Dwellers!