Plants for Poor Drainage

19 years ago

I have some places in my yard that I'm tired of trying to improve. I don't want raised beds either. Besides canna, what can I grow? I know there's something out there!

Smiles,

Lynn:)))

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wanda
19 years ago
Japanese Iris (Iris ensata), Lobelia siphilitica, Cyperus papyrus, Star grass, Epipactum gigantea (Stream orchid), Mimulus cardinalis, Hibiscus moeschuetos to name a few. Take a look at pond plants. There are many marginals which would work just fine.

wanda
mwoods
19 years ago
Joe Pye weed (Eupatorium) is another good one if you need something tall.It blooms all summer long.
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watergal
19 years ago
Find a book on pond plants and try anything recommended for bog gardens. I use astilbes, daylilies, creeping jenny, chameleon plant, and siberian iris. I have some hardy hibiscus back a bit where it's not quite as soggy.

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