Almost everyone country cottage area is divided into certain zones - well-lit and shaded. Areas of the plot in the shade often remain empty and look inorganic, and therefore we decided that it would be quite relevant to study shade-tolerant plants for summer cottages.
To tell the truth, almost every second dacha has buildings or mature trees that cast a lot of shade on a young garden, vegetable garden and flower beds. Partial shade does not scare plants, because they receive their share of solar heat and light during the day in any case. But what to do with areas that are not illuminated by the sun at all or are illuminated minimally? What plants can be planted behind a country house, under old apple tree or on the side of a new car garage? These questions are answered by DachaDecor.ru specialists, who have carried out painstaking work on the selection necessary information, as well as the study of forums and the collection of a wide variety of opinions.
Today we will try to describe in detail the areas of plant cultivation, choose annual and perennial flowers, shrubs, berry and vegetable crops for shaded areas.
Such formation of zones and selection of plants for growing in the shade are especially relevant for owners of standard dachas of 6-9 acres, where, frankly, there is not enough space, and oh, how much you need to plant everything!
Determination of site shading and plant selection
You should be very serious about studying the site for planting and the time of its shading throughout the daylight hours. Many of us already know the agricultural technology of popular country plants, and therefore it is not difficult to understand that not every one of them will be able to develop normally in full shade. In such an environment, only some types of ornamental plants feel normal. For the rest, it will be necessary to choose zones with partial shading, where the sun is at least half a day.
Distribution of plants in the area
The problem of the correct distribution of plants in the country is very serious, because in small areas it is very difficult to figure out where and what will grow, how to properly plant. Particular difficulties haunt beginners who have just acquired a summer house and decide where exactly the garden, garden, flower garden will be.
Often, trees are planted along the fence so as not to occupy usable area in the country. But here you should choose the right side so that the shadow from the trees does not obscure large areas of the site. You can also distribute them evenly throughout the dacha, taking into account the requirements of distances. In this way, it will be possible to form areas with partial shading and leave some areas with the most light for those plants that prefer the maximum light.
Summer residents are also accustomed to planting shrubs along fences and hedges, but here it is worth understanding that some of them will be in complete shade from the fence or trees planted earlier. Therefore, the most correct solution would be to plant berry or ornamental shrubs closer to the center of the summer cottage, for example, to divide the territory into certain zones.
For flowers and berries, a place can be found everywhere, since we have long studied the technology of vertical gardening and high beds. Besides, there are always such small architectural forms that involve growing flowers on hills. You can also consider unique decorative flower beds, special garden sculptures, original pots in the country and other products, thanks to which plants are provided with the most correct conditions for growth and development.
Shade-loving and shade-tolerant plants
We are used to seriously confusing these concepts, believing that both plants easily cope with dark areas in the country and endure conditions without sunlight. We recommend to distinguish between concepts and when buying a particular crop, it is imperative to study agricultural technology, the requirements for choosing a place to plant a plant in a country house. Remember, the shade can be stable throughout the day, partial (a certain part of the day due to the course of the sun) or diffuse (sunlight through the branches and foliage of vigorous plants).
The degree of shade and soil
It should be understood that not only light conditions are necessary for the development of plants, but also certain soils and other conditions. Thus, in the dense shade cast by summer cottages, dense plantings of shrubs or trees, they will feel good sedum sedum, kupeny, magnificent elecampane, heart-leaved tiarka, European hoof.
If you combine these summer cottage areas with well-moistened soil, then it is possible to plant black cohosh, primrose, hellebore, astilbe, dark geranium.
In areas with diffused shade, for example, under walnuts or old apple trees, it is quite possible to arrange a planting of spring umbilical, fragrant woodruff, lupins, daylilies. Some medicinal and fragrant plants will also grow here - peppermint, lemon balm, and others.
You also need to know that not only soil moisture determines the possibility of growing some plants in the shade or partial shade, but also its composition. Thus, on sandstones and sandy loams in partial shade, kupena, lily of the valley, periwinkle, violet, creeping tenacious and others feel normal.
shade tolerant shrubs
Interesting is the fact that in the shade orchard or on the fences delimiting summer cottages, you can often find shrubs that do not feel any negativity from the shadow. They grow and develop quite normally, without requiring special treatment.
But it is advisable to plant them in partial shade, scattered shade, under trees, since the complete absence of sun seriously affects flowering.
Penumbra is also suitable for hydrangeas, it will not harm viburnum, elderberry. On the same plots, you can plant ivy, parthenocissus, clematis.
Flowers and ornamental plants in the shade
In this section, we will present a small list of plant names that are okay with shaded areas, and some are even ready to live without sunlight.
perennials
The largest number of plants loving shade, among perennials. Due to the abundance of plant species, it is possible to create not single plantings, but entire longline flower beds that will decorate the shady landscape.
Badan- a plant that prefers medium and dense shade. In such conditions, only flowering can suffer, while bergenia grows well.
early blooming daylily prefers partial shade, but in strong shade, flowering noticeably weakens. Modern varieties of daylily are best planted in the sun.
hosta- a plant that not only is not afraid of the shadow, but simply loves it. The only requirement is moist soil.
Aconite feels good in shady areas, but like most, prefers moist soil.
Astilbes- shade-tolerant plants, but prefer partial shade or partial shade.
For dicentres penumbra and shade with well-moistened soil are also the best place to live in the country.
Brunner- a pretty and absolutely picky plant that will survive in any shade. But you should be careful with it, as the brunner grows quickly.
In the scattered shade of a young garden blooms beautifully doronicum.
Lily of the valley and cyanosis - almost classic plants for shade and partial shade in the country.
In addition to this list, lupine, bathing suit, fragrant violet, periwinkle, arizema, tiarka, majestic chistous, ostrich, primrose and many others feel great in different shades.
biennials
It's worth starting with pansies, choosing different varieties of which and planting in shady places in different periods warm season, you can easily achieve flowering from spring to autumn.
Digitalis- a tall biennial plant that copes well with the lack of sun, but always subject to the observance of agricultural technology.
If you need to plant something in full shade, remember to forget-me-not, which will soon create a whole carpet of pretty flowers by self-sowing.
Annuals
It is rather difficult to choose from annuals, since there are not so many lovers of shady places.
Balsam- copes with partial shade, but suffers from a lack of flowering in full shade.
fragrant tobacco- an excellent and quite beautiful plant that can be planted in diffused sunlight in a young garden.
Begonia evergreen- suitable for shaded flower beds and single plantings.
Bulbous
Almost all bulbs love sunlight, but there are some exceptions that thrive in minimal light.
Most of the small-bulbous ones, whose flowering begins in early spring, can grow in the shade of the garden or shrubs. These are crocuses, blueberries, white flowers, snowdrops.
Daffodils, which still bloom brightly and do not change the vertical position of the stem, are positive for the shade in the garden.
All this applies to flowers and ornamental plants, for which now you do not need to look for some special place in your summer cottage. Hostas, ferns, periwinkles - in the shade and partial shade, they will easily grow and show the expected result.
What vegetables can be grown in the shade?
Shade-tolerant vegetables and other garden crops are available, and almost half of them are in the country. That is, you will not have any problems with growing food if you find it small plot between bushes or in the partial shade of the garden.
In addition, there is always the problem of placing light-loving plants, which need to be in the sun for at least 5-7 hours daily. As an example, we can cite the most popular tomatoes in the country (although there are enough such plants). So, if there is no place for all light-loving plants in the country house, you can always use the materials of our website and arrange high gardens in several tiers, come up with special designs from pipes or boxes, plant tomatoes in containers and pots, for example, creating a "heavy flower garden" in this way "on a tapestry.
If there is enough space for such plants or you have already mastered their placement, we still have many plants that can be planted in the shade.
By the way, it is better to approach this issue from the other side - when calculating the planting of light-loving plants, start from shade-tolerant ones and, placing them in suitable places, fill the remaining sunny areas with light-loving ones!
So, vegetables that grow in the shade. With proper agricultural practices, these crops can be expected to produce a good harvest even with minimal sunlight. Here short list something for which it will not be necessary to look for a place for a long time on the territory of the dacha - beets and beans, lettuce, cauliflower and broccoli, onions, parsley, garlic and many others.
Garden crops in the shade (according to summer residents)
Regarding the following list ... it is not advisory, but purely conditional, since we have chosen the opinions of summer residents in it, talking about the possibility of growing certain garden crops in places with a lack of sunlight. Here are just a few of the most interesting ones:
- Sorrel and garlic do an excellent job with full shading. Sometimes in such zones you can also harvest a good crop of carrots, but this crop is still better to be in the sun sometimes. In addition, upright beans, peas can also be grown in the shade of trees, often even cucumber plantings can be seen here;
- In regions with hot summers, tomatoes grow well in partial shade. Of course, they need sunlight, but not always its overabundance is beneficial for tomatoes. In the shade of a young or even old garden, you can grow the entire line of green salads;
- Red currants grow in the shade of a tall hedge. The lack of sun affects the speed of ripening, but not the quality of the crop. Horseradish grows nearby, a little further away, in partial shade - rhubarb, Chinese cabbage, zucchini ... everything gives a normal harvest, if you take care of it.
These opinions are from summer residents from different regions, and therefore it can be noted that, depending on the climate, plants may relate differently to the shade and the sun.
There is no such suburban area where there would be no buildings and tall trees, fruit or ornamental. And if all this is present, then, therefore, there is a shadow that does not allow growing light-loving vegetables and flowers in this zone. But this is a solvable problem. This article talks about the types of flowers that are ready to bloom happily in the shade.
Often a gardener looks sadly at the empty areas of his site, not knowing how to transform them. The walls of outbuildings, the dense crown of trees, fruit and ornamental shrubs create a certain amount of shade, and most plants simply die from lack of light. Therefore, the gardener should be aware that there are many flowers that not only tolerate shading, but also grow much worse in the sun.
Choosing flowers for shady places, you must carefully familiarize yourself with the agricultural cultivation technique, which is indicated on the packaging of the responsible manufacturer. In addition, the shadow is different in intensity.
stable
Stable or deaf, as it is more commonly called, is when the sun's rays do not break into this place throughout the day.
Partial
Partial shadow means shading in some period of time, depending on the position of the daylight.
thick
In dense shade, magnificent elecampane, sedum sedum, and kupene can grow. For hellebore, primrose, astilbe, dark geranium, good moisture and nutritional value of the soil will be required. Only in this case they will grow well and develop in shady places.
Scattered
A scattered shadow is formed in areas where the sun's rays penetrate through the foliage of trees. Such shade is preferable for many plants.
In addition to the degree of shading of the site, soil moisture and its fertility should be taken into account.
The scattered shade created by tall stands is suitable for daylilies and lupins. Peppermint and lemon balm grow well in such places. In addition, some plants are not only not afraid of shade, but prefer just such places.
This is the difference between shade-tolerant and shade-loving colors.
Perennials growing in the shade
Most shade-loving and shade-tolerant plants can be found among perennials. A significant part of the flowering occurs in early spring, when the buds on the trees are just beginning to bloom. Therefore landing shade-loving plants in near-trunk circles, it not only decorates the summer cottage, but also significantly saves the sown area.
hosta
One of the few perennials that most fully reveals its decorative qualities in deep shade. This fact determines the status of the flower - the queen of the shady garden. Although it should be noted and noted that this does not apply to all varieties of hosts.
On a note. In dense shade, hostas grow more slowly, but produce larger leaves. And the plant itself becomes taller and stronger.
In one place, a flower can grow for about 20 years if it is properly cared for.
This tall perennial is also shade-loving. Its landing can be carried out in areas with any degree of shading. However, it must be borne in mind that a thick shade will weaken the abundance of flowering. Therefore, the place where the sun penetrates for 2-3 hours in the morning or in the evening will be ideal option.
Planting in open sunny places can burn the delicate openwork foliage of astilba. The plant will need frequent watering and soil mulching.
Ideal for growing in areas with light shade. In a short period, it forms fluffy flowering mats that will transform empty places near trees and shrubs.
Violet flowers are small, up to 3 cm in diameter, purple or blue, but abundant flowering gives the impression of an ever-blue clearing
With the spring division of the bush, the violet will bloom in the same year. An autumn transplant will allow the flower to form a good root system, and the flower will bloom next spring.
When choosing a place for this flower, it is best to opt for a semi-shady area, because the flower does not tolerate direct sunlight.
The aconite bush can reach a height of 1m and needs to be divided every 3-5 years. The flowers are painted in all shades of blue and lilac.
On a note. All parts of aconite are poisonous. Therefore, work related to planting a flower should be carried out with gloves.
Unpretentious shade-loving perennial, with large heart-shaped leaves. Small blue flowers are collected in a panicle. Flowering begins in April and lasts for a month. In nature, it grows in forests, so in garden plots it can be grown among trees and shrubs.
An excellent flower for partial shade, where the soil is well moistened and fertile. Under such conditions, the plant blooms many flowers in the form of stars of various colors. They can be white, red, pink and blue. It is necessary to renew the planting every 3-4 years, because the decorative qualities of the flower are weakening.
Aquilegia is also called a catchment area. After rain or morning dew, the cups of the flower are filled with water droplets that shimmer with all the colors of the rainbow in the rays of the rising sun.
Perennial creeping plant, which is not afraid of the shadow. In early spring, the periwinkle blooms purple or blue flowers, with which it is practically strewn.
Periwinkle rooting is quick and painless. In principle, this work can be carried out at any warm time of the summer season, since the transplant will be carried out in a shady place, and the plant will not suffer from sunlight.
It looks most impressive in shady places when it blooms white flowers with a delicate aroma. After flowering, a fruit is formed in their place, a small berry that ripens by the end of summer.
On a note. The pretty red kupena berry contains toxic substances. Perhaps that is why it is called "wolfberry".
Kupena refers to medicinal plants.
A classic option for filling empty places under the crowns of trees and along fences. The fragile and charming flower has rather aggressive properties. A powerful root system allows it to grow very quickly and capture new areas.
To limit its place of growth, you can dig pieces of slate into the ground to a depth of about half a meter. This will not allow the roots to go beyond the allotted area.
The most charming primrose with many bright flowers of the most varied colors. Prefers partial shade, so planting under fruit trees and shrubs will be the most successful place for them.
Primroses bloom almost immediately after the snow melts and bloom until the end of May. At this time, the foliage on the trees is still gaining strength and transmits a sufficient amount of light.
Able to decorate any secluded corner of the garden. Shade and moist soil are the main conditions for growing green beauties. They can be planted singly or in groups, depending on the size of the mature plant. In the second case, when planting, one should take into account the spread of the leaves and leave a distance of about half a meter between the bushes.
Fern is grown from spores, which can be bought at a specialized store. And the plants already on the site are propagated by dividing the bush.
Ferns are not picky about soils. Can grow in poor, nutrient-deprived areas. But every gardener needs a beautiful and lush plant, so ferns should be fed with complex mineral fertilizers in early spring. To maintain soil moisture, plantings are mulched.
In autumn, dying leaves are not cut off, they will serve as an additional shelter for the root system, and supply it with nutrients. Spring shoots are able to break through all layers of mulch and old foliage. This creates conditions close to the growth of ferns in nature.
After 3-4 years, when the time comes to replant the plants, the root part should be cleared of the dried stems of past years, and the fern should be given a new shady area.
Flowers growing in the shade: video
Annuals growing in the shade
Where the early shade-loving flowers withered, not very attractive places with withered foliage formed again. Annual plants will help to “hide” them, among which there are also species that can cope with shading.
The flower comes from Central America, where it is cultivated as a perennial. And in the vastness of Russia, it is grown as an annual crop and propagated by annual sowing of seeds for seedlings. Bright, multi-colored coloring of rather large flowers will be a worthy decoration of their summer cottage. In addition, the flowers have an aroma that will accompany the gardener throughout the flowering period of fragrant tobacco.
Flowers, in the form of stars (up to 8 cm in diameter), are blue and lilac, crimson and pink, yellow and white. It should be noted that this is the merit of breeders: in nature, fragrant tobacco occurs exclusively with white flowers.
Many gardeners believe that the flower has lost its relevance, has become outdated and not particularly attractive, and completely in vain. Nasturtium is truly versatile. Dwarf varieties can be used as a border or ground cover plant, their height is only 15-20 cm.
Climbing varieties can reach 2.5 m and look great in vertical gardening. Thickets of nasturtium along arbors, terraces, unsightly outbuildings fill the air with a pleasant aroma.
Plants of medium size (height up to half a meter), can be grown in containers - hanging or ground, under fruit trees and shrubs. The main thing is that the shadow should be scattered, not deaf.
Growing nasturtium from seeds. Someone resorts to the seedling method, and someone sows them directly into the ground. In any case, it should be remembered that the flower has a superficial and very delicate root system. Therefore, if the gardener wants to get earlier flowers, then it is better to use peat containers so as not to injure the plant at the time of transplantation.
Shoots appear in 10-14 days. Young sprouts do not tolerate even the slightest drop in temperature, and this must be remembered when sowing seeds immediately in open ground.
Nasturtium flowers are relatively large, their diameter is 4-5 cm. They can be double, semi-double, simple and have an elegant color. Pink, salmon, dark red, yellow and bright orange.
A scattered shadow will protect the leaves of nasturtium from burns, and the flowers from burning out.
Another flyer who prefers partial shade. It will grow well in the shade garden trees and shrubs. And under the scorching rays of the sun and in an open place, blown by all the winds, the flower cannot survive.
The cultivation of garden balsam begins in March by sowing seeds for seedlings. Further, the shoots go through the dive stage, and with the advent of stable heat, the grown bushes are transferred to open ground.
You can also sow seeds directly on the site, but in this case flowering will come much later.
Plant care is not difficult. Regular watering and fertilizing with mineral fertilizers. Nitrogen-containing substances are introduced before the formation of buds.
Garden balsam blooms profusely and for a long time, from the beginning of June until the cold weather. Terry or simple flowers have a bright saturated color. From pink to dark red, from lilac to purple.
Vanka wet, as the flower is popularly called, is often grown as indoor plant. But even in an apartment, it should be protected from direct sunlight.
To create charming flower beds in shady corners of the garden, you need to be patient and familiarize yourself with the list of flowers for which these places will be the most suitable option.
In this article you will find plants that grow well in the shade, partial shade. This will make it easier for you to find the right plants to brighten up the shady spots in your yard! Photos can be enlarged by clicking on the thumbnail. Short description, characteristics of plants:
Cladium Biocolor (Cladium Bi - Color) - originally from Thailand. It has dark leaves with bright pink spots and blue veins, such a decorative effect distinguishes it from other plants. He loves full shade, and reaches a height of 75 - 95 cm. Since this tropical plant, then it should be dug up for the winter and the roots stored in a dry place.
Geranium (Geranium Rozanne) - has beautiful blue - blue flowers with a white center, leaves are dark green. Grows in both shade and partial shade. After the first flowering, it can be cut off, then re-flowering will come. It reaches a height of 50 cm.
Balsam, Impatiens (Impatiens - Super Sonic Magenta) - a beautiful plant, has bright, large purple flowers, foliage is dark green. Reaches a height of 45 cm. Perennial. Likes both full shade and partial shade.
Arizema (Jack The Pulpit - Candidissimum) - has a fragrant aroma and decorative striped perianths. Pairs well with hostas and ferns. Likes well-drained soil with rotten leaves. It reaches a height of about 90 cm. It grows in full shade or partial lighting.
Hellebore (Lenten Rose - Golden Sunrise) - has beautiful golden flowers, reaching a diameter of 5 - 7.5 cm. The leaves are shiny, the roots are thick and deep. Unpretentious, resistant to moisture and heat.
Lilies of the valley are well-known, delicate, fabulous flowers that grow well in shade and partial shade. Bloom from May to June. The flowers have a delicate, subtle fragrance.
Tiarella (Tiarella - Pinc Skyrocket) - interesting for its decorative flowers, reminiscent of small rockets. It can be used as a ground cover or mixed with other low growing plants. In height reaches 15 - 30 cm.
Astilbe (Astilbe) is a favorite plant for many for its exquisite, soft flowers of different colors. The leaves are green, lacy. The flowers are so bright that they reflect light well and create a beautiful effect in a shady corner. Reaches a height of 50 - 75 cm.
Trillium (Trillium) - has bright, decorative flowers, reaching a diameter of 5 - 7.5 cm. Flowers have a citrus aroma. Reaches a height of 45 cm, grows well in both shade and partial shade.
Lungwort (Pulmonaria - Raspberry Splash) is a beautiful plant, especially the coral flowers that create the effect of a light in a shady garden. It reaches a height of 30 cm, and grows in full shade.
Adonis, Adonis (Adonis) - varieties - spring, Amur, Siberian - perennials, and summer adonis - annual. Adonis are undersized; most attractive in the flowering phase, which in many species occurs in May-June. Used in groups, borders, suitable for rock gardens or as padding shrub plantings.
Acanthus (Acantus) - varieties - soft, long-leaved, prickly, Balkan. Tall perennials. Plants, growing, form dense groups; used for tamping tree or shrub groups, in mixborders or as focal plants in flowerbeds or simply on lawns.
Alstroemeria (Alstroemeria) - a hybrid. Perennials with tuberous rhizomes; highly decorative during flowering. Grown mainly in group plantings.
Aronnik (Arum) - varieties - spotted, Cretan, elongated, Italian. Perennials with a tuberous rhizome; in many respects similar to the closely related Arizems. Used mainly in shaded rockeries.
Badan (Bergenia) - thick-leaved, heart-leaved, Strechi varieties. Beautifully flowering perennials, but are valued not only during flowering - the plants form a very decorative rosette of leaves; in some species, it becomes brightly colored in autumn. They are used in groups near shrubs, mixborders, in rock gardens, as a flower bed plant. There are creeping forms grown as ground covers.
Periwinkle (Vinca) - varieties - large, small. Low perennials with attractive flowers; there are ornamental leaf forms with variegated leaf color. They are used in gardens mainly as ground covers under the canopy of trees, as well as in rock gardens, borders, framing flower beds.
Begonia (Begonia) - varieties always flowering, tuberous. Varieties and hybrids of ever-flowering begonias are perennials cultivated as annuals. One of the most popular flower bed plants; It is used in landscaping on an industrial scale due to its ease of cultivation, long and colorful flowering and resistance to urban conditions. Varieties and hybrids of tuberous begonias are less common, but are also popular garden plants. Used in gardens as flower bed plants, as well as for growing in containers; hanging forms - for hanging baskets and flowerpots.
White flower (Leucojum) - varieties - spring, summer. Small bulbous perennials resembling related snowdrops; decorative during flowering. B. spring refers to primroses and is most common in floriculture. Used to create blooming spring lawns in the shade of trees along with other primroses; B. summer is usually grown near water bodies.
Wrestler, Aconite (Aconitum) - varieties - klobuchkovy, Fisher, Karmikhel. Tall perennials with spectacular flowering; grown mainly in group and mixed landings in flower beds and borders. Curly species are used for landscaping arbors and pergolas. Decorative not only during flowering: plants have openwork, strongly dissected leaves.
Buzulnik (Ligularia) - varieties - Przhevalsky, serrated, Siberian, narrow-leaved. Most species are tall plants with showy inflorescences. Decorative not only by flowering, but also by beautiful foliage (in some species - with a jagged edge or pinnately dissected). They are planted in gardens mainly near water bodies (hygrophilous). They are also used in mixborders and group plantings.
Milkweed (Asclepias) - varieties - Syrian, tuberose, Kurasava, meat - red. Tall perennials with spectacular blooms. Used in group plantings. V. kyurasava is cultivated as an annual.
Loosestrife (Lusimachia) - varieties - monetized, ephemeral, dark purple, dotted. Perennials grown for lush and long flowering (most species). In some species, variegated varieties have been bred. Plants are used in group plantings for framing reservoirs (moisture-loving), mixborders in shaded areas of the garden. V. Monetary is a creeping plant, it is used as a ground cover, in rock gardens, as an ampelous plant for growing in flowerpots.
Vesennik (Eranthis) - varieties - Tubergena, Cilician, winter. Beautifully flowering spring plants. Often used in joint plantings with other spring ephemeroids to create bright flowering lawns. They are also used in group plantings between shrubs, in compositions on alpine slides.
Anemone (Anemone) - varieties - columnar, felt, buttercup, oak. Graceful perennial plants with spectacular flowering. Most spring-flowering anemones are ephemeroids; by summer, their growing season is over. A separate group consists of autumn-flowering species and hybrids. They are mainly used as flower bed plants and for rock gardens.
Catchment, Aquilegia (Aquilegia) - Perennials, sometimes cultivated as annuals or biennials. Decorative during the period of long flowering. Low-growing varieties are used mainly in rock gardens; tall - to create mixed compositions of herbaceous plants on borders and in mixborders, to create flowering groups in shady places near water bodies.
Volzhanka, Aruncus (Aruncus) - varieties - etuzilistnaya, dioecious, Amur. Perennial, forming a beautiful sprawling bush with paniculate inflorescences. It is used mainly in group plantings; tall species - in single plantings under trees, to form the background of the borders.
Gubastic (Mimulus) - Annuals or perennials, cultivated as annuals; have brightly colored flowers and showy blooms. used primarily as flower bed plants; can serve to decorate the shores of reservoirs. Compact varieties are used as ground cover and in alpine slide compositions.
Dicentra (Dicentra) - variety - magnificent. Perennials forming a sprawling bush with spectacular drooping inflorescences. Highly decorative in the flowering stage; used mainly in single plantings.
Goldenrod (Solidago) - varieties - Canadian, ordinary. perennial plants that are lush bloom at the end of summer and autumn. Natural species are quite tall, but low-growing varieties have been bred, which provides a variety of uses in landscaping. Goldenrods are suitable as background plants for background mixborders, are grown in group plantings, in flower beds (compact varieties) and for cutting.
Saxifrage (Saxifraga) - The variety of perennial species introduced into garden culture is due to the unpretentiousness and breadth of the possible use of saxifrage. First of all, they are known as the most common plants for rock gardens, but are also often grown as ground cover (short and creeping species), flower beds and border plants (tall). In some species, flowering is valued, but in most - the form of rosettes or the ability to form decorative cushion-like growths. Not all cultivated species are shade-tolerant.
As well as sour, bellflower, lily of the valley, daylily, lily, liriope, lobelia, moonflower, buttercup, cuff, foxglove, narcissus, nomocharis, sedge, paisander, primrose, liverwort, peony, snowdrop, blueberry, stakhis, violet, fuchsia, hosta , corydalis, cyclamen, lamb, comfrey, peppermint, tarragon, lemon balm, pink radiola, spring umbilical, fragrant woodruff, round-leaved woodruff, actinidia kolomikta, ivy, iriododictium, ornithogallum, tulips, hoof, kupena, doronicum, tenacity, iris, jeffersonia, heart-leaved tiarka, telekia, mountain soldanella, thyroid darmer, spiked corow, thyroid podophyllum, lady's slipper. From the bushes we offer you plant in the shade: privet, elderberry, weigella, vineyard, gualteria, wisteria, hydrangea, parthenocissus, deutsia, viburnum, kalmia, dogwood, buckthorn, leukote, hazel, juniper, rhododendron, boxwood, lilac, snowberry, spirea, stewartia, mock orange, enkyanthus. And the trees are more shade-loving: beech, hornbeam, davidia, spruce, irga, cedar, cypress, maple, liquidambar, metasequoia, nissa, fir, mountain ash, yew, hemlock, hop hornbeam.
We hope this list of shade-loving and shade-tolerant plants will help you decorate your shady corner!
Geranium (Geranium Rozanne)
This plant is native to Thailand, and its blue veins and hot pink spots accentuate and really make it stand out against the dark leaves. Grows in full shade, reaches a height of 75 - 95cm. In cool climatic zones, before frosts, it is necessary to dig up the plant and store it in a dry, cool place.
Caladium Bicolor (Caladium Bi-Color).
Caladium Bicolor (Caladium Bi-Color).
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On any suburban area there are places that are constantly in the shade - behind the house, garage or under fruit trees. Often gardeners wonder how to make sure that these territories do not gape with black holes of black soil, but please the eye with colorful colors. And then there is a problem, since most flowers and ornamental plants still prefer to grow under the sun's rays. However, there are a number of shade-loving plants for summer cottages, planting which you can create beautiful flower arrangements. In this article, we get acquainted with decorative perennials that prefer to grow in the shade.
Important! Before planting plants in the country, it is advisable to examine the summer cottage for the presence of shade in a particular period of the day and distinguish the following categories: 1) areas with constant shading throughout the day; 2) areas with partial shade (only during a certain period of the day); 3) areas with a scattered (sparse) shadow (from other taller plants).
If you are only looking for information on which garden flowers are suitable for partial shade, we advise you to take a closer look at Astilbe. This herbaceous plant of the saxifrage family unites 40 species and over 400 varieties. It grows from 15 cm to 2 meters. It blooms in June-August with paniculate inflorescences of red, white, pink, purple flowers. It has large leaves that form a lush openwork bush. Lives an average of five years. 
Growing conditions. Prefers scattered shade. It grows well on any soil, but long-term flowering can be achieved by planting astilbe in soil with a close location of groundwater. Unpretentious in care. Likes a good watering. It tolerates winter well, only sudden changes in temperature can be fatal for it.
Reproduction methods. Propagated by seeds, division of the bush and shoots.
Application. It goes well with bergenia, irises, lily of the valley, podophyllum, hellebore. It is used in mixed flower beds, on rocky hills, in discounts.
Aconite (wrestler)
In a review of plants for partial shade, aconite (Acónítum) cannot be dispensed with. It is a perennial herbaceous flowering plant buttercup family with a stem height of 50-150 cm. Includes several dozen varieties. It blooms from July to the end of October with racemose inflorescences of blue, white, purple, yellow. The plant is considered poisonous because it contains alkaloids. 
Did you know? The poisonous properties of aconite have been known for a long time. Different peoples used it to poison predators and enemies, poison for arrows and spears.
Growing conditions. It grows in moist places in soils rich in humus. However, it can also tolerate different soils, except for sandy and stone. Does not like stagnant moisture, strong waterlogging can destroy a flower. Feels good both in the shade and in partial shade. Does not require special care measures. Frost-resistant.
Reproduction methods. Propagated in several ways: seed, dividing the bush, tubers, cuttings.
Application. It looks spectacular next to peonies, astilba, irises, rudbeckia. It is used both for mixed flower beds, flower beds, and for wall decoration, it can serve as a screen to cover any unattractive building or outbuilding.
You can not ignore one more flowers for shady places - brunners (Brunnera). This perennial Borage family with beautiful large leaves and forget-me-not flowers in inflorescences rightfully bears the title of a long-liver, since it can live up to 10-15 years. It grows as a sprawling bush, reaches a height of 40 cm. It blooms in May. It is beautiful from the end of April until the first frosts. In culture, two types are used. 
Growing conditions. Grows in clayey, moist soils. You should not plant this plant in full shade - in this case, it will lose its decorative effect: the stems will stretch. When planting it in the sun, regular watering should be ensured. Brunner is easy to care for. The plant is very frost-resistant - it can withstand temperatures down to -29 ºС.
Reproduction methods. Propagated by division of the rhizome, root shoots, seeds.
Application. Hellebore, primrose, female fern can become her partners in the mixborder. Brunner is also planted in borders.
The list of shade-tolerant perennials also includes dicentra (Dicentra) - a herbaceous plant that attracts attention with its heart-shaped flowers. Another name for dicentra - "broken heart" - came from the legend of the unhappy love of the French girl Jeannette. Perennial has about 20 varieties. The height of the flower varies from 30 cm to 1.5 m. The flowering period is May-June, the duration of flowering is about a month. The flowers are bright pink or white, collected in drooping arcuate inflorescences. Leaves - green with a bluish tint, give beauty to the plant even before flowering. "Broken Heart" has a high immunity to pests and diseases. The flower is frost-resistant, but requires shelter for the winter. 
Growing conditions.
It grows well in moist soils with drainage and with a sufficient amount of humus. It can be planted both in a sunny area and in the shade of trees, however, it blooms earlier in the sun. Requires good watering, regular loosening of the earth for oxygen access to the roots and weeding. It is also necessary to remove wilted flowers in time.
Reproduction methods. Propagated by dividing the bush, root cuttings, less often - by seed.
Application. It forms interesting flower compositions with daffodils, hyacinths, tulips, brunner, saxifrage. It is used in mixborders, on an alpine hill.
Easy shading loves doronicum (Doronicum) - a perennial from the aster family. The genus includes 36 species. It blooms with large yellow flowers, shaped like a chamomile. Flowering occurs in May, lasts about a month. It grows rapidly, forming lush bright bushes. Differs in high frost resistance. The recommended duration of growth in one place is three to four years. 
Growing conditions. When planting doronicum, it should be borne in mind that it only tolerates partial shade, in absolute shade it completely loses its decorative effect. Becomes unattractive after flowering.
Important! When planting plants, you need to clearly understand the meaning of agrotechnical requirements for illumination: what is full sun, partial shade, shade and sparse shade for plants. "Full sun" means the plant has been out for more than three hoursin a dayunder direct rays; "penumbra" - about three hours under direct rays in the morning or evening, with a shadow in the middle of the day, or good illumination without direct rays throughout the day; "shade, shady areas, full shade" - three hours of direct daylight in the middle of the day and limited light throughout the rest of the time; "rarefied shadow" - partial penetration of sunlight during the day (for example, through the crowns of trees).
Doronicum loves well-drained soils and abundant moisture. Blooms longer on light, loose, slightly acidic, fertile soil. Feels good with moderate and uniform watering.
Reproduction methods. Propagated by dividing the bush and seeds.
Application. Doronicum belongs to the plants of the second plan. It should be planted in company with plants that have a long period of preservation of decorativeness, for example, with aquilegia, hosta, rogersia. Also combined with daffodils, tulips, irises. IN landscape design it is planted in mixborders, rockeries, rock gardens.
Volzhanka (Aruncus) always attracts attention - first of all, by the size of its sprawling bushes, abundant flowering white inflorescences-panicles and a delicate aroma. Arunkus stems can reach a height of up to 2 m. The duration of flowering is two months: June-July. In one place it can grow for 15-20 years. 
Growing conditions. Volzhanka equally can grow both in open areas and in the shade. However, under direct sunlight, the bushes do not grow well. For planting aruncus, light, moist soil with good drainage is selected. The plant is very unpretentious, needs minimal care: regular watering and pruning of faded inflorescences. Resistant to cold (requires shelter for the winter), diseases and weeds.
Reproduction methods. The division of the bush, green cuttings, seeds.
Application. The flower looks beautiful both singly and in groups. Usually Volzhanka is planted next to undersized plants. It looks good with astilbes, hosts, spireas, barberries, shield trees. It is very good to hide unsightly buildings behind lush aruncus bushes.
An excellent plant for a garden in the shade is sponge (Mimulus). In the homeland of mimulus - in America - another name for this flower is common: monkey flowers (monkey flowers), due to some similarity of the flowers of the plant to the muzzle of a monkey. The genus of sponges includes 150 species. The stems of the plant grow up to 60 cm. Depending on the species, they can be different in shape. Flower color - plain or leopard. It has two flowering periods - spring and autumn. 
Growing conditions. Mimulus should be planted in slightly shaded areas in fertile, loose and moist soil rich in peat and humus. Pinning is recommended.
Reproduction methods. Propagated by cuttings and seeds.
Application. Used in framing borders, rocky slides, mixborders with lobelia, phlox. Some species are suitable for planting in window and balcony boxes.
If you want to cover shady areas with a carpet of flowers, then the saxifrage (Saxifraga) is for you. This is a ground cover plant from the saxifrage family, with 250 varieties. Saxifrage stems reach a height of 5 to 70 cm. They are annual, shoots are perennial. The flowers are small: 1.5-2 cm in diameter. They are varied in color: white, pink, red, etc. The flowering period begins in May and lasts about a month.
Did you know? The Latin name of the saxifrage comes from the words "saxym" and "frango", which are translated as "rock" and "break". This is explained by the fact that in nature this plant is most often found in rock crevices.
Growing conditions. Planting, growing and caring for saxifrage will not cause difficulties. The very name of the plant suggests that it is not demanding on soil and watering, it can grow on poor soils (necessarily with good drainage) and does not like waterlogging. Does not tolerate direct sunlight and dislikes full shade (may affect the decorativeness of the leaves). It is characterized by high winter hardiness. Young plants require shelter in winter. Reproduction methods. Propagated by seeds, division of the bush, rosettes.
Application. In decorative culture, saxifrage is planted between stones, on slopes, artificial rocks, in rock gardens.
One of the most unpretentious perennials for partial shade is the bathing suit (Trollius). In addition to its unpretentiousness, it attracts the attention of gardeners with large bright yellow and orange flowers. The genus of bathing suits has 20 varieties. The stems of the plant grow up to 90 cm. It blooms for about 20 days, starting in May. In one place, a bathing suit can decorate a garden for 10 years. 
Growing conditions. The “Troll flower” (as the bathing suit is also called) can grow both in the sun and in partial shade, although in the latter case it somewhat loses its decorative effect and loses growth. Fertile moist soil is suitable for planting a plant. Although it can grow in poor soil. The only thing that the swimsuit does not like is the stagnation of groundwater. Can winter without shelter.
Reproduction methods. You can propagate the swimsuit by dividing the mother liquor, sowing seeds.
Application. A beautiful neighborhood is obtained at the bathhouse and catchment area, muscari, delphinium, blueberry, magnolia, bluebells.
The well-known lily of the valley (Lilium convallium) is also suitable for planting in the shade. This low plant (20-25 cm in height) with dazzling white small flowers in the form of bells and a delicate aroma delights its owners in May-June. The leaves remain green until July.
Did you know? Wild lily of the valley is listed in the Red Book.
Growing conditions.
The flower loves moist, organic-rich soil. It grows well in the shade of neighboring trees or bushes. Stops flowering in full shade. Does not require maintenance proper fit can grow on its own over several years. 
Important! When working with lilies of the valley, it is necessary to protect your hands with gloves, since all organs of the plant are poisonous.
Reproduction methods. Propagated by division of rhizomes and very rarely by seeds.
Application. Plant a lily of the valley next to aquilegia, fern, lungwort and you will get a beautiful delicate flower bed. This flower is also used as a groundcover and for forcing.
At the beginning of summer in the garden you can admire the flowering of bright candle brushes of the perennial lupine (Lupinus). This plant belongs to the legume family. It is popularly called "wolf beans", because its name comes from the word lupus - wolf. The inflorescences of some types of lupine can reach a size of 1 m, and the plant itself grows from 50 to 150 cm. The flowers come in different colors: red, white, yellow, purple, pink, blue; are tricolor. The life span is five or six years. 
Growing conditions. The flower is very drought-resistant - its wild counterparts grow even in deserts. It can grow both in the sun and in partial shade or under diffused lighting. The soil for its planting should be loamy or sandy with low or neutral acidity. It does not cause any special difficulties in care. It is desirable to periodically loosen the soil and remove weeds. For the winter, bushes should be spudded and covered.
Reproduction methods. Lupine is propagated vegetatively by cuttings or seeds.
Application. It can grow both alone and in a group planting in a flower bed in the background next to irises, lilies, delphiniums, hostas, astilbes.
The rows of flowers growing in partial shade and shade are supplemented by spectacular perennials Rogersia (Rodgersia). These ornamental deciduous plants of the saxifrage family are remembered at first sight for their very large and beautiful palmate or feathery leaves, which turn red or bronze in autumn. Rogersia blooms with a high (1.2-1.5 m) panicle of pink-white or cream color. The flowering period is July. 
Growing conditions. Rogersia is unpretentious to care. by the most the best place for its landing there will be a site located in partial shade. The plant is undemanding to the composition of the soil; it can grow on any garden soil. Likes frequent watering.
Reproduction methods. Rogersia can be propagated by dividing the rhizome, leaf cuttings and seeds (rarely).
Application. Rogersia will become an exotic decoration in a mixborder, discount, rockery. It will add unusualness to your pond. It looks very nice in combination with fern, bergenia, hosta, bluebells.
Even novice gardeners can grow another unpretentious, but very beautiful and fragrant shade-tolerant perennial - cyanosis (Polemonium caeruleum). This plant reaches a height of 40-120 cm. Its inflorescence is quite high, collected in a panicle of blue and white bells. Flowering is happening long time in June-July. Blue has medicinal properties.
Growing conditions. The soil for this plant is better to choose light, moderately moist, slightly acidic. Although, in principle, the perennial is not particularly demanding on soils. It is resistant to frost, diseases and pests. Loves moisture.
Reproduction methods. The flower is propagated by division of rhizomes, green cuttings and seed method.
Application. Since after flowering the cyanosis loses its attractiveness, when planting it, care must be taken that it is next to plants that have a longer decorative period. It coexists well with hosta, iris, bergenia, primrose. It is successfully planted in flower beds and in mixborders.
The genus (Symphyandra) includes 10 species. In nature, these are perennials, in culture they are grown as biennial plants. This flower is interesting primarily for its inflorescences - drooping paniculate or spherical with purple or white bell flowers. Blooms in June-August. They reach a height of 15-30 cm.
Growing conditions. Basically, symphianders prefer sunny areas, and only two of its varieties - drooping and Asian - are able to put up with partial shade. Prefers loose soil with good drainage. From care, she will be satisfied with just watering in drought and removing faded inflorescences.
Reproduction methods. Propagated in two ways: by sowing seeds and cuttings of basal processes.
Application. It is planted on alpine hills, for curb plantings, in rockeries and mixborders.
Another unpretentious shade-tolerant plant is the host (Hosta) or funkia. This decorative and deciduous plant is able to decorate any suburban area and garden. Its main attraction is the leaves: large, often two-colored, with borders, of various shapes. Hosta flowers are also beautiful - simple and terry, white, blue, pink, purple. The height of the stem is mainly 60-80 cm, however, there are dwarf (15 cm) and giant (1.2 m) species. Flowering at the host is usually inconspicuous, and the more beautiful her leaves, the more faded the flowers. This perennial belongs to centenarians - it can grow without a transplant for up to 20 years. To date, about 400 hosta hybrids have been bred. 
Growing conditions. The choice of site for this plant depends on the variety that you prefer. Among the hybrids, there are both sun-loving and flowers for planting in partial shade and in full shade - it all depends on the color of the leaves: the darker the leaves, the more shade-loving the plant. The composition of the soil for planting this perennial is desirable rich in humus, slightly acidic or neutral, well-drained. On sand or loam, the host will not survive. Loves moisture.
Reproduction methods. Hosta propagates in three ways: cuttings, dividing the bush and seed.
Application. Hosta is an excellent backdrop for flowering crops. Suitable for borders and flower beds.
When planting plants that prefer shade, consider the fact that often their beauty lies not in flowering (for most of them it is modest, unlike light-loving relatives), but in foliage. In addition to the fact that properly selected perennials can decorate your garden, they are also a great way to control weeds.
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