As I mentioned previously, I recently planted some new, and some not so new, perennial discoveries (for me) in my yard.  The Salvia nemerosa or Meadow Sage is a low growing plant with blue spires.  It’s perfect for borders and seems to hold its blooms for a longer time than some.  The average height of the plant if 8-10″ tall and can spread to 18″ wide.   Salvia prefers well-drained soil and I planted mine with the addition of peat moss.  Peat moss is a natural organic soil amendment that, when mixed with regular garden soil, seems to create a happy environment for the plants.  Full sun is ideal but this plant will tolerate some shade.

The second perennial on my list of ‘easy care perennials’ is the Angelonia.  My nursery stocks at least 3 different colors (violet, white and pink), and the plant has delicate flowers on stems that show off small, emerald green leaves.  I have had some experience with this plant in the past and found that once it’s looking a little leggy and disorderly you only have to cut it back and it will send out new growth and begin to bloom again.  It is a solid performer in the garden and usually rests in the winter months, which works for me since I’m in the garden less during those months.  The average height is 12″ and it will prosper if planted with some planting mix to enrich the existing soil.

To be continued…