Arenaria tetraquetra, Spanish Sandwort

Zone 4-8

Lichen like groundcover Succulent

Morning sun, afternoon shade

Siberian Iris

Blooms in June with tall grass like foliage left standing for the whole summer until first frost.

Prefers moist well drained soil, full sun to part shade,

Rhizomes
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Ceratostigma Plumbaginoides, Plumbago

(Above:In autumn, before going to seed)

Native to South Africa
Common name, Lead wort, thought to heal lead poisoning and worts
Soil: Light sandy soil with good drainage
full sun (will flower more) or part shade. Slightly drought tolerant in shade
Ground cover
Foiliage can turn red in fall when it gets cold. Looses its leaves in winter. Blue Blooms throughout summer and fall.
Hardy to zone 5
Propogation: cuttings, division, or seed taken in winter or early spring. Blooms off of current seasons growth so cutting it in late spring before the seasons bloom might hinder the amount of blooms. After the first blooms are spend you can cut it back and might get another bloom period. Cutting in early spring will promote more blooms.
Deer resistant

Gooseneck Loosestrife, Lysimachia Clethroides

Vigorous spreader- rhizomatous perennial

Part shade-full sun

2-3 ft tall

Blooms mid to late summer

well drained, well watered soil

Hardy to zones 3-9

Masterwort, Astrantia

Sun -Part shade

60 cm in height and width
blooms in late June

Hardy to zone 4

Poppy, Papaver oriental

Bee Balm, Oswego tea, Bergamot- Monarda

A native to North America, Monarda have been used as an herb for different purposes depending on the variety. Fistulosa and Didyma have been used by Natives to brew teas from the leaves. It has been known to act as an antiseptic for mouth infections, skin infections and minor wounds. It is closely related to the oregano family and can be used to spice foods and when planted next to tomatoes can improve the taste of the crop.

Citrus Bergamia is the variety used to make Earl Grey teas.

Grows 1-3 feet in height.

When planted in full sun you will get more height and blooms. If grown in shade, you will get wider spread and less blooms.

It likes moist well drained soil.

Garden Gloxinia- Incarvillea

Also known as the 'Chinese Trumpet Flower'
Blooms in late spring, to early summer. Pinch back for more blooms.
Full sun to part shade.
Normal to sandy soil,
moderate watering,
40-60 cm in height

Pincushion- Scabiosa

An unusual flower sits on wirey stems and floats among clusters of blooms all summer long

Grows 24-36 inches in height and attracts butterflies.

Water regularily and plant in full sun to part shade.

Cranesbill Geranium- Ann Folkard

Ann Folkard is a hybrid selection of Cranesbill Geranium. It can be planted in shade or sun gardens and may be used as a trailing groundcover. It can grow 30-60 cm tall and spread 70-90 cm. It tolerates a variety of soil conditions and blooms all summer long. Water regularily.

Garden Phlox- Paniculata

Can grow to a meter tall in full sun. Tolerates drought and might need staking for support in case of heavy rain.

Flax Flower- Linum

Flax originated in India. It has been used for thousands of years. Pilgrims brought Flax to America. They used the seed for food and nutrition, and to make linseed oil. They used the fibers of the long, thin stems to make clothing, linen and lace. It was also used to make rope, twine, and a variety of other items.
Today, Flax is largely grown commercially in the U.S. to make Linseed Oil. Home gardeners highly value the real blue color of the flowers. Some home gardeners harvest the seed for consumption, especially in herbal teas.
Plants grow 18" - 24" tall. Clumps of delicate foliage give way to true blue flowers in the summer. Grow them in groups for the best effect.
Grow Flax in full sun. They prefer rich soil. Mix in compost when planting, if your soil is not rich. Keep the soil moist, not wet. Add a general purpose fertilizer when planting them, then once a month after that.
Flax is easy to grow. As wildflowers, they require little care. In the home garden, mulch around them to help retain soil moisture, and to keep the weeds down. Prune plants to promote good air circulation. Harvest seeds after the bloom or pinch back for more blooms.

Crane's bill 'Tiny Monster'- Geranium

The common name cranesbill comes from shape of the unsprung column of the flower when it goes to seed, which in some species is long and looks like the bill of a crane. Many species in this genus do not have a long beak-like column.
This is a common wild Geranium which needs well-drained garden soil in full sun or light shade in areas with hot summers. Shear plants back for neatness after the blooms have all opened. You may get regrowth and a second crop of flowers. They can grow 10-20" high

Butterfly weed- Asclepia Tuberosa

Butterflies will flock to this "weed". It is very similar to the milkweed you see growing wild in Ontario northland. You will also notice the Monarch Butterfly is good friends with these plants.
Asclepia grows 24-36 inches high and spreads 15-18 inches. Plant in full sun in any type of soil and cut back to ground level at the end of season. Blooms all summer

Corydalis lutea

Lacey fern like foliage brings yellow bell blooms from Early summer all the way to frost. Plant in moist soil with partial shade but can also be planted in sun. Corydalis grows 30-40 cm high.

Pasque Flower- Pulsatilla Vulgaris

Pasque flower is a unique specimen in any garden. It's silvery fuzzy foliage catches your eye right away especially when in bloom in spring. It prefers full sun to light shade and is somewhat drought tolerant. It likes regular watering as long as there is sufficient drianage.

Lady's Mantle- Alchemilla Mollis

Brightens the garden with it's green foliage and yellow green flowers. It can be planted in masses to give a dramatic effect or just one to heighten the colour of other plants and flowers. It can take sun or shade and needs to be kept fairly moist. It doesn't do well in drought or deep shade.
The foliage grows 12 -18 inches and the flowers grow 18-24 inches high. Blooming happens in the spring and early summer. It can spread over the years so it might be considered a good ground cover.

Bearded Tongue- Penstemon

Penstemon is a very versatile plant because it will grow in dry or moist soils and can be planted in full sun to partial shade. It grows between 10-30 inches as it does wide and attracts birds and butterflies.

Clustered Bellflower- Campanual Glomerata

This type of Campanula grows about 18" high and can spread year after year. It prefers partial sunny locations but can also be in full sun. Water regularly and deadhead often for continuous bloom.

Bachelor Button, Cornflower- Centaurea

Centaurea, commonly named Bachelor Button or Cornflower, is good for cuttings, teas or for colour in the garden all summer long. It is famous in the Lady Grey blend of Twinings. It comes in a variety of colours but is best known for it's stricking blue variety.

Most Centaurea are annuals but can self seed themselves for the next year. A relative, Centaurea Montana, is a perennial plant.
Cornflowers germinate quickly after planting and have been known in it's native lands in Europe as a weed in the cornfields.
Light requirements are full sun with regular watering.
If you have the annual species, leave some of the last flowers to die naturally on the plant. This will give them a chance to drop seeds.
Height 24-36 inches
Width 6-12 inches