Unique Shade Perennials Beyond Impatiens

Spring-to-Fall Color for Shady Front Yards

Tired of impatiens? Try these shade-tolerant perennials (many thrive in part sun too):

Spring

• Crocus, grape hyacinth
• Coral bells (Heuchera) – green, red, bronze leaves
• Candytuft, spiderwort
• Lily-of-the-valley (spreads—plant sparingly)
• Elephant ears, caladiums (lift for winter)

Summer

• Red-leaf coral bells
• Hostas (228+ varieties—some fragrant!)
• Lady’s mantle, lungwort, mountain bluebells
• Cranesbills (hardy geraniums)
• Tall phlox, bee balm (spreads), purple sage

Pro Tip

Visit the library for shade-gardening books. Get dirty—experiment!