David wrote in message
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Can anyone suggest a "substantial" flowering perennial (or annual) for the
back of a border in a corner. I had verbena bonariensis last year, but it
was too see-through and didn't have enough presence. I want something
heavier and bulkier, with more oomph.

Thanks.



Hi David,

I wonder if it has to be an _herbaceous_ perennial? If not, Lavatera would
fit the bill, being substantial in both its form and flowering period.
A possible border perennial might be Crambe cordifolia. If your corner
would support a climber, I could recommend Clematis texensis 'Duchess of
Albany' - I grow one of these and can always rely on plenty of leaf cover
as well as flowers from July to the frosts. It would look gorgeous if your
V. bonariensis stayed and kept it company.

Spider