3 Seasons of Flowers – Part Shade – Organic

A border in partial shade doesn't have to flower for only a few weeks. With the 3 Seasons of Flowers – Part Shade – Organic, the gardening season begins while much of the garden is still waking up, and flowering continues well into autumn. The collection combines 18 organic perennials with 200 organic flower bulbs. Crocuses, glory-of-the-snow, Puschkinia and small daffodils open the season. Vinca minor and Geranium then provide a green foundation with spring flowers. During summer, salmon-pink yarrow and the tall flower spikes of Persicaria take over. Towards late summer, Sedum ‘Matrona’ introduces soft pink flower heads, while pink Anemone ‘Splendens’ and white ‘Whirlwind’ bring the season to a close. One flowering plant follows another, allowing the border to change in colour and character throughout three seasons.

What is included in the 3 Seasons of Flowers – Part Shade?

	Plant or bulb	Quantity	Flower colour	Height	Flowering period
	Crocus vernus Mix	50 bulbs	White, yellow, purple and striped	15–25 cm	February – March
	Chionodoxa Alba – Glory-of-the-snow	50 bulbs	White	5–15 cm	March
	Narcissus ‘Tête-à-Tête’	50 bulbs	Yellow	15–25 cm	March
	Puschkinia libanotica – Striped squill	50 bulbs	Pale blue with blue stripe	5–15 cm	March
	Vinca minor – Lesser periwinkle	3 plants	Violet-blue	10–20 cm	April – June
	Sedum ‘Matrona’ – Stonecrop	2 plants	Soft pink	50–70 cm	August – October
	Geranium macrorrhizum – Cranesbill	4 plants	Pink to purplish pink	20–40 cm	May – July
	Achillea m. ‘Lachsschönheit’ – Yarrow	2 plants	Salmon pink fading to cream	60–80 cm	June – September
	Persicaria amplexicaulis	1 plant	Red to pink-red	100–140 cm	July – October
	Anemone ‘Splendens’	3 plants	Deep pink	app. 60 cm	Augustus – October
	Anemone ‘Whirlwind’	3 plants	White with yellow centre	app. 90 cm	Augustus – October

Flowering periods are approximate and depend on weather and growing conditions

Spring begins close to the ground

The flowering season starts with 200 spring bulbs. Crocuses appear first, followed by white glory-of-the-snow, pale blue Puschkinia and compact yellow ‘Tête-à-Tête’ daffodils. This works particularly well beneath deciduous trees and shrubs. Early in spring, plenty of light can still reach the ground. Later in the season, the developing canopy provides more shelter and shade. As the spring bulbs start to retreat, the perennial plants are already ready to take over.

Violet-blue, pink and fresh green in spring

Vinca minor, or lesser periwinkle, forms a low evergreen ground cover with glossy green leaves. Its violet-blue flowers appear in spring. This reliable perennial thrives in partial shade and helps keep the ground green even outside the flowering season. Geranium macrorrhizum fills the lower parts of the border. Its aromatic foliage creates a dense green base, with pink to purplish-pink flowers appearing from May onwards. Together they turn partial shade into a fresh and lively part of the garden.

Summer adds height to the border

The appearance changes again as summer progresses. Achillea ‘Lachsschönheit’ produces warm salmon-pink flower heads that gradually fade to paler tones. Position it in the brightest part of the border where possible. Persicaria amplexicaulis grows taller and develops long red to pink-red flower spikes from summer onwards, adding both height and movement.

Sedum and Japanese anemones finish the season

Late summer brings another change. Sedum ‘Matrona’ develops sturdy, dark-tinted stems, grey-green foliage and broad clusters of soft pink flowers. These attract bees and butterflies, while the dried seed heads can remain attractive after flowering. The Japanese anemones then provide a graceful continuation. Anemone ‘Splendens’ produces open deep-pink flowers, while ‘Whirlwind’ offers a contrast with its white, semi-double blooms. Together they keep the border attractive from August into October.

A naturally layered border

The different heights have been deliberately combined. The spring bulbs remain low. Vinca minor and Geranium create the lower green layer. Achillea and Sedum ‘Matrona’ fill the middle, while Persicaria and the anemones bring height and movement towards the back. Avoid planting everything in strict rows. Position the perennials naturally and plant the bulbs in loose groups between them. Over time, the individual plants will increasingly grow together into one cohesive border. Bear in mind that Vinca minor gradually spreads, so allow enough room for the other perennials.

Where should you plant this pack?

The 3 Seasons of Flowers – Part Shade – Organic is designed for light partial shade: somewhere that receives sun for part of the day and shade for the rest. Good locations include:

• the lighter edge of a border beneath deciduous trees

• alongside a hedge

• a border with morning or evening sun

• an east- or west-facing part of the garden

Make use of the different light levels within the border. Vinca minor and Geranium are happy in slightly shadier positions, while Sedum ‘Matrona’ and Achillea should ideally receive several hours of direct sunshine in the brightest part. A humus-rich soil that retains moisture without remaining waterlogged suits most of the plants. Good drainage is particularly important for Sedum. Position the perennial plants first and then distribute the flower bulbs between them. The complete pack is delivered in one shipment, allowing you to plant the whole border at once.