Sun Needs:
- Full sun to part shade
Bloom Time:
- Mid to late summer (Flowers are typically small and subtle, often brown or green)
Size:
Height: 1 to 4 feet (Varies by species and growing conditions)
Width: 1 to 2 feet
Attributes:
- Evergreen in mild climates
- Tolerates wet or boggy soils — perfect for rain gardens or pond edges
- Forms dense, vertical clumps that provide textural contrast
- Low maintenance and deer resistant
- Can be used in containers or planted en masse for a naturalized look
- Wildlife friendly, offering habitat and cover for amphibians and insects
- Suitable for erosion control on slopes or streambanks
Companion:
- Iris (especially Japanese or Siberian Iris) – shares moisture-loving habitat
- Pickerelweed – vibrant flowers and similar wetland requirements
- Creeping Jenny (Lysimachia nummularia) – ground cover that thrives in moist soil
- Cardinal Flower (Lobelia cardinalis) – provides bold color and attracts pollinators
- Swamp Milkweed (Asclepias incarnata) – pollinator magnet with similar needs
- Ferns (like Cinnamon or Royal Fern) – pair well in shady, damp areas
- Horsetail (Equisetum) – another striking vertical element for water gardens
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