Looking for a colorful perennial to plant around my mailbox- ideas?
by Diane
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This area gets sun from late morning through mid afternoon, bright light before & after sunshine leaves the area. No shade.
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Carole
on Jun 11, 2017
carnations and lilies would be colorful -
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SandyG
on Jun 11, 2017
Try an iris. Easy to care for and after the flower is gone still have talk spiking leaves. -
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Chris
on Jun 11, 2017
Day lillies are hardy and easy care. Stella Doro species is also a re-bloomer. Good luck! -
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Ruby Sickels
on Jun 11, 2017
Daylilies are the perfect plant. -
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Elaine
on Jun 13, 2017
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". -
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Diane
on Jun 13, 2017
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.
Carole
on Jun 11, 2017
SandyG
on Jun 11, 2017
Chris
on Jun 11, 2017
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