Myriopteris tomentosa Tripidium the clumps are literally smothered

the clumps are literally smothered with scapes of purple flowers

a real winner

Aspidistra are very low maintenance perennials

and tolerates plenty of sun

but after the 8' tall flower stalks of hummingbird-favorite flowers finish in midsummer

Myriopteris tomentosa Tripidium the clumps are literally smotheredCheilanthes tomentosa, a southern US native, which also ranges into Mexico, is a great choice for the sunny rock garden. The compact 10" tall x 1' wide clump of silvery deer resistant foliage makes a stunning conversation piece in the full to part sun garden. The easy to grow, wooly lip fern provides enjoyment from its wooly white underneath sort of like having mealy bugs without all the fuss! Good drainage is essential for survivability for this and