Dry Shade

I'm looking for something (besides plastic flamingos and twirling
sunflowers) that can prosper in a small (1 foot by 6 feet) raised shade
bed.  The eaves of the house keep this area dry--really dry.  

The location is beautiful--when you round a corner of the house, it
almost takes you by surprise.  When we moved in I thought, "What a
beautiful spot!  I can't believe they didn't have something growing
here!"  Now I'm thinking, "What a spot!  I can't believe they thought
something might grow here!"

I've been checking my reference books (thanks to everyone for their
suggestions--I'm off to a great start), but all the shade loving plants
also seem to like moist soil.  We've had rain like you wouldn't believe
here, and I've been sloshing through mud every day to water this tiny
bed!  Nothing's growing except my frustration.  

Any and all suggestions gratefully accepted,

Mimi from Omaha, Zone 5
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