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Posted by Susan Mertz May 29, 2006 |
A shady spot in the landscape doesn't have to be dark and dull. The bright gold foliage of Sweet Kate Spiderwort will add a punch of color from spring until fall. The long narrow grass like foliage is a good contrast to the rounded leaves of hostas. Sweet Kate is as tolerant of moist shady garden spots as it is when planted in full sun in poor soil. You will have better foliage color and flower production in a sunny location. The long season blue flowers really pop against the chartreuse foliage. Hardy from zone 3-9, Sweet Kate matures 12-18" tall. In my new shade garden, I'm going to combine it with Brim Cup Hosta and Sieboldiana Elegans Hosta. Tomorrow's blog will tell you why I chose Brim Cup Hosta. (A hint, it has creamy gold foliage).
Click Planting Gold in the Garden to read about other plants that brighten a garden without flowers.