Sedum

This robust perennial originates from the southern parts of Canada and the northern USA, where it grows in damp meadows. It forms a dense clump of strong stems. The flowers are composed into large flat inflorescences and are an irresistible attraction for bees and butterflies. In gardens, they create striking solitary features. They are long-lived and last in one spot for several decades. Baby Joe is a moderate compact cultivar of Eupatorium. Its great advantage is abundant flowering and a darker, more distinct flower color, which stands out against the background of dark green foliage.

This species of Eupatorium comes from the light, moist forests of North America. It is perfectly suited for planting on pond banks in consistently moist soil. The cultivar Braunlaub has white flowers; the leaves are dark green and brownish underneath.

This distinct species of Eupatorium comes from the light, moist forests of North America. It is perfectly suited for planting on pond banks in consistently moist soil. The cultivar Chocolate has white flowers, bronze-red leaves, and rather bronze-green leaves in the shade.