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Re: [SHADEGARDENS] New way to garden

In a message dated 98-01-13 17:05:09 EST, gardenofeden@IBM.NET writes:

<<
 Another question:  I am looking for a low-growing perennial that would be
 hardy in zone 5 or lower and likely to be in flower in late July/early
 August.  Any suggestions?  I need this for the front of a oriental lily,
 hosta, astilbe, geranium bed--something that would give a finishing touch as
 a border around the garden. >>

Hi Diana,

Have you tried Liriope muscari 'John Bi(u?)rch'?As I recall, it blooms here in
Indpls(z 5) at the times you mention. I realize that you want a perennial, but
in my experience Impatiens varieties are excellent as edgers-assuming you can
find some truly dwarf ones. There is a variety--I think it is 'Mickey Mouse'
that is great;also, these self sow.

If you have enough light, what about the mini daylily, H. 'Stella d'Oro'? Does
it rebloom in early August?
Clyde Crockett
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