Planting Combination with Fantastic Foliage

This subtle and sophisticated duo in cool, muted tones relies on strong textural contrast in foliage texture and plant form.

Growing Conditions

Zone: 8, 9
Exposure: Open Shade, Filtered Sun, Part Shade, Part Sun
Water Needs: Average

Design Considerations

Style: Northwest Eclectic, Woodland
Features: Fabulous Foliage, Low Maintenance
Focus: Small Space
Seasons of Interest: Spring, Summer, Fall, Three Seasons of Interest

Care and Maintenance


Maintenance Level: low



Plants In this Combo

  • Astelia nervosa 'Westland'

    Westland Mountain Astelia

    Type: Grass / Grass-Like, Perennial, Shrub
    Exposure: Full Sun, Part Sun, Part Shade, Filtered Sun, Morning Sun, Open Shade
    Zone: 8, 9, 10

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  • Hosta 'Halcyon'

    Halcyon Hosta

    Type: Perennial
    Exposure: Full Sun, Part Sun, Full Shade, Part Shade, Filtered Sun, Morning Sun, Open Shade
    Zone: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

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