Abutilon | Boule de Neige Edith Holden and the Philip Johnson Glass

and the Philip Johnson Glass House

This is such a productive plant so an excellent choice for the cutting garden

Aruncus makes an excellent backdrop for shady moist areas and also looks effective as a hedge

Hardy to cold temperatures and will cope with frost and snow

so a layer of mulch is beneficial

Abutilon | Boule de Neige Edith Holden and the Philip Johnson GlassThis lovely Abutilon or Chinese Lantern translated means bowl of snow. A hardy variety that grows well in full sun or partial shade, but in hotter areas will appreciate afternoon shade. This is an evergreen shrub that will flower prolifically from spring to autumn and in some areas throughout the year. The dainty dangling white flowers have a translucency that is a real lift particularly in shaded areas. Abutilons appreciate a humus rich well drained