This project has been both a joy and a challenge. Deer ate some of the plants, and certain perennials - angel trumpet lilies and some hybrid coneflowers, did not come back the following spring. This year we added more evergreens to the island plantings to give the perennials a solid backdrop.
We determined that pockets of annual flowers - angelonia, pentas, and snapdragons were necessary to provide continuous color throughout the year. This summer we also added tropicals - variegated ginger lily, purple elephant ears, and hibiscus to give strong accents of leaf color.
The client's existing flowering shrubs - hydrangea, butterfly bush, roses, and an heirloom rose of Sharon blended in perfectly with the new flowers.
The flowers need attention and care from the homeowner; the whole family participates, and they are doing an excellent job.
