Perennials for Shady Places

These perennials are among the hundreds that need shade to look their loveliest.

Lady's-Mantle (Alchemilla vulgaris) Sprays of tiny chartreuse flowers from spring into summer.

Goatsbeard (Aruncus dioicus) Soaring plumes of white flowers in late spring.

Pink Turtlehead (Chelone lyonii) Pink flowers in late summer.

Black Snakeroot (Cimicifuga racemosa) Towering spires of white flowers in summer.

Christmas Rose (Helleborus niger) Brilliant white flowers in late winter.

Virginia Bluebells (Mertensia virginica) Rich blue flowers in early spring woodlands.

Primrose (Primula spp.) Sprightly pink, red, white, or yellow flowers in spring.