Perennial Flowers in Every Color
Sweeps of purple stachys, red bee balm, white shasta daisy, yellow black-eyed susan and green sedum are tidy yet casual.
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Large Swaths of a Few Plant Species Make an Impressive Impact
Large swaths of a few plants provide impact. The red flowers of the bee balm are in full bloom now. The purple coneflower will come along later in the season.
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Flagstone Outdoor Living Room Surrounded by Color and Life
Abundant grasses and blooms surround this outdoor living room. In the foreground, a dense carpet of ajuga with their dark puckered leaves meet with tall grasses. Across the flagstone walkway is a large perennial bed bursting with color from white shasta daisies, red bee balm, purple stachys, and orange daylilies.
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Perennials Thrive in Sun and Shade from Spring through Fall
One of the hallmarks of Van Zelst landscape design is continuous color throughout the season. The view from this bluestone patio provides enjoyment throughout the season.
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Bee Balm and Hummelo Lamb’s Ear in Full Bloom
This large sweeping perennial bed is bursting with color with purple Hummelo lamb’s ear in the foreground to the crimson red of the bee balm. Coral bells, astilbe, and fading allium flowers provide interest.
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Natural Stone Retaining Wall in Bull Valley IL
Large sweeping beds of bee balm and astilbe abut the impressive outcropping stone retaining wall.
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Gathering Hot Spot
Lannon stone, bluestone and gravel surround the fire pit.
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A Private Retreat
Mounds of foliage, shrubs and perennials help the spa blend in.
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Popular Patio Seating
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