Sedum

This robust perennial originates from the southern parts of Canada and the north of the USA, where it grows on 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 solitaires. They are long-lived and will last in one spot for several decades. Purple Bush is a compactly growing variety by Piet Oudolf. The flowers are airy pink-purple with striking chestnut-red stems.

This robust perennial comes from the southern parts of Canada and the northern USA, where it grows in wet meadows. It forms a dense clump of sturdy 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. Joe-Pye weed Album has fluffy creamy-white inflorescences.