Companion or accent plants:
- Miniature artillery plant (Pilea microphylla-variegata) When you see it from a distance, this variegated Pilea looks like it’s covered with tiny white flowers. Mix this 10 inch tall mounding plant with other well-mannered plants for the perfect accent.
- Jade Vine (Senecio macroglossus ‘Variegatus’) The variegated jade vine is no relation to the jade plant. Its succulent cream and green leaves will trail and weave through its companion plants, are so the plan is drought tolerant. I like to use it as a trailer/weaver with my container plants. Clip it back by half and each long stem will give you two.
Annual geranium (Pelargonium spp)
- Fancy leaf – Grown for their intricately patterned leaves, this type of annual geranium needs less sun than most of the flowering types. ‘Distinction’ Brocade Catalina’ ‘Vancouver Centennial’ are some of the best and most easily found at garden centers.
- Ivy or hanging types– not an actual ivy plant, ivy geraniums tend to grow long, dangling stems laden with flowers. They’re more shade tolerant than their upright cousins.
Conclusion
Don’t ignore the less sun-endowed spots in your garden. Make a list of shade-lovers that can become the backbone of your shady areas. It saves disappointment later in the season when the Petunias become leggy and quit blooming. Seek out the plants with tags that indicate they like part sun or part shade. It’s the best way to start if you’re not sure.
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