Re: A little OT: Plantain Lily


> I've built some terraces on the slope in front of my deck. It's an
> area
> where I plan to put a small pond and/or stream to add the sights and
> sounds
> of running water. I plan on planting Plantain Lily on the top of each
> of
> three terraced areas. This area will be in full sun from noon on.
> I've
> read that they can spread up to 6 feet. If there's anyone familiar
> with
> this plant I'm interested in how fast they spread and if they are
> likely to
> do ok in full son. I think their big leafy structure would look good
> next
> to my future water feature. Thanks.


They will most likely burn up in midday sun from my experience with
hostas. I have 6 varieties and none like full sun. They can take 4
hours morning or late afternoon sun though, if kept moist.

May I suggest some other plants that love sun and look great? Catmint
will bloom from May to August with great foilage and blue flowers.
Jolly Bee Cranesbill also blooms all summer- like an annual and will
spread about 4 feet. Both start to grow early in spring.

Some creeping junipers would look nice. The blue varieties are
especially pretty. Pair this with some wave petunias.

Perrenial varigated vinca vines- pair these with annuals.

Happy ponding.


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Koitoy
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