Looking for a colorful perennial to plant around my mailbox- ideas?
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carnations and lilies would be colorful
Try an iris. Easy to care for and after the flower is gone still have talk spiking leaves.
Day lillies are hardy and easy care. Stella Doro species is also a re-bloomer. Good luck!
Daylilies are the perfect plant.
If you like the color of lilac/mauve, plant two clumps of Russian Sage. It is VERY tough, thrives anywhere, likes the sun, grows about 24" to 30" high, is a perennial and is a pretty lilac/lavender color and also has a soft "airy" look.
One word of caution, though ... it does spread so keep an eye on it and just pull out any little shoots that pop up. As I said, just plant two plants to begin with - as it will fill in. Many times in gardens, pinks, reds and oranges are more prevalent, that's why I like to plant some blue or mauve-colored plants as a contrast and add a "cooling effect".
I thank everyone for their suggestions. After much thought and deliberation, I think I'm going with Lantana, the yellow/red variety. And I hope their is a dwarf version of this plant as a neighbor of mine has it on both sides of her driveway and every summer it grows very TALL and BUSJY. Mine is next to my driveway and I'd prefer a smallish plant so am hoping I can find a dwarf Lantana.