White Snakeroot bears clusters of small, foamy white flowers, often reaching 2 to 4 feet in height. Toothed, somewhat heart-shaped leaves drape elegantly from long stems.
Sunflowers are show-stopping annuals that make a great addition to any garden, and they’re also lovely for fall flower arrangements. Their blooms can stretch 3 to 6 inches wide atop tall stems. They typically feature yellow petals with brown centers. Different sunflower varieties bloom at other times. Many extend their bloom season into fall. Consider harvesting seeds from the flower heads to plant the following growing season.
Drought tolerant and low maintenance, Russian sage is a no-fuss perennial that brings on the color all season long. ‘Denim ‘n Lace’ tames traditional Russian sage’s tall and floppy growth with a compact 28- to 32-inch height. It’s hardy in Zones 4-9.
The bee balm plant is a North American native that thrives in woodland areas. Also known as bergamot and by its botanical name Monarda, bee balm is attractive to bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. The bee balm flower has an open, daisy-like shape with tubular petals in red, pink, purple, and white shades. Bee balm plants are perennial, coming back year after year to add cheerful color to your garden.
Anemone × hybrid ‘Alice’. This beautiful, pale pink, semi-double-flowered anemone reaches 2 to 3 feet high. The Anemone × hybrid plants are commonly referred to as Japanese hybrids.