- 16 plants that grow well in clay soil<\/a>
- \u00a01. Aster<\/a><\/li>
- 2. Bee balm<\/a><\/li>
- 3. Big bluestem<\/a><\/li>
- 4. Black-eyed Susan<\/a><\/li>
- 5. Blazing star<\/a><\/li>
- 6. Butterfly weed<\/a><\/li>
- 7. Coneflower<\/a><\/li>
- 8. Coral bells<\/a><\/li>
- 9. Daylily<\/a><\/li>
- 10. Eulalia grass<\/a><\/li>
- 11. Goat\u2019s beard<\/a><\/li>
- 12. Goldenrod<\/a><\/li>
- 13. Hosta<\/a><\/li>
- 14. Hydrangea<\/a><\/li>
- 15. Stonecrop or sedum<\/a><\/li>
- 16. Tickseed\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li>
- What is clay soil?<\/a>
- How to identify clay soil<\/a><\/li>
- Benefits of clay soil<\/a><\/li>
- Disadvantages of clay soil<\/a><\/li>
- Why is it hard to work with clay soil?<\/a><\/li>
- How to improve clay soil<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li>
- FAQ about clay soil<\/a><\/li><\/ul> \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><\/div>
16 plants that grow well in clay soil<\/span><\/h2>
1. Aster<\/span><\/h3>
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manfredrichter<\/a> | Pixabay<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure> Asters are fairly self-sufficient plants and pretty easy to grow. They practically take care of themselves through the summer and bloom vigorously later in the season. It bears beautiful daisy-shaped flowers<\/a> that sit atop long stems and are perfect for adding color to a garden. <\/p>
These nectar-rich flowers make a dependable and favored food source for bees, monarch butterflies, and other such beneficial pollinators and insects. <\/p>
Botanical name:<\/strong> Aster<\/p>
Plant type:<\/strong> Flowering perennial<\/p>
Flower color:<\/strong> Purple, pink, blue, white, red<\/p>
Mature plant height:<\/strong> 3-6 feet<\/p>
Maintenance needs:<\/strong> Low<\/p>
Blooming time: <\/strong>Late summer to fall<\/p>
Ideal growing conditions:<\/strong> Full sun with well-draining soil<\/p>
USDA hardiness zones:<\/strong> 3-9<\/p>
2. Bee balm<\/span><\/h3>
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C Watts<\/a> | Flickr | CC BY-SA 2.0<\/a> <\/figcaption><\/figure> Bee balm is treasured for its medicinal qualities<\/a>, beautiful blooms, and the ability to attract tons of pollinators. It gets stellar, crown-shaped flowers that are a favorite among butterflies and hummingbirds. The showy flower heads spread out like sparklers that you can pinch back early season to get bushier plants. <\/p>
Wild bee balms grow in many kinds of soils and are highly fragrant, especially when grouped in mass plantings. It spreads rapidly through underground rhizomes<\/a> and tends to overcrowd. <\/p>
Botanical name:<\/strong> Monarda<\/p>
Plant type:<\/strong> Perennial<\/p>
Flower color: <\/strong>Purple, pink, red, lavender<\/p>
Mature plant height:<\/strong> 2-4 feet<\/p>
Maintenance needs:<\/strong> Very low<\/p>
Blooming time:<\/strong> Summer<\/p>
Ideal growing conditions:<\/strong> Full sun to partial shade with well-draining soil<\/p>
USDA hardiness zones:<\/strong> 4-9<\/p>
3. Big bluestem<\/span><\/h3>
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Ryan<\/a> | Pixnio<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure> Big bluestem is a tough, drought-tolerant warm-season grass<\/a> type. It\u2019s mostly known for erosion control and is also used as an ornamental plant. This plant loves arid conditions and thrives in most soil types. It can grow up to 8 feet tall and works well as a central accent or focal point to any flower bed.<\/p>
Botanical name:<\/strong> Andropogon gerardii<\/p>
Plant type:<\/strong> Perennial<\/p>
Flower color: <\/strong>Purple, red, yellow<\/p>
Mature plant height:<\/strong> 6-8 feet<\/p>
Maintenance needs: <\/strong>Low<\/p>
Blooming time: <\/strong>Summer<\/p>
Ideal growing conditions: <\/strong>Full sun with well-drained soil <\/p>
USDA hardiness zones:<\/strong> 4-9<\/p>
4. Black-eyed Susan<\/span><\/h3>
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Jim, the Photographer<\/a> | Flickr | CC BY 2.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure> Black-eyed Susans do great in clay soil gardens. They make daisy-like, yellow flowers with black centers and sit atop tall stems. This clay-busting perennial plant is a garden staple because it\u2019s <\/strong>low maintenance<\/a> and very adaptable. <\/p>
They bloom for months and keep on living for years to come, making them a wonderful addition to cottage gardens, perennial borders, prairies, or naturalized areas. Black-eyed Susans spread quickly, but aren\u2019t invasive, and give your garden a long-lasting color. This versatile plant doesn\u2019t mind heat or cold and grows easily in many different planting zones.<\/p>
Botanical name:<\/strong> Rudbeckia <\/p>
Plant type:<\/strong> Perennial<\/p>
Flower color: <\/strong>Yellow, orange<\/p>
Mature plant height:<\/strong> 2-3 feet<\/p>
Maintenance needs:<\/strong> Very low<\/p>
Blooming time: <\/strong>Early summer<\/p>
Ideal growing conditions:<\/strong> Full sun with well-drained, moist soil<\/p>
USDA hardiness zones: <\/strong>3-9<\/p>
5. Blazing star<\/span><\/h3>
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Drew Avery<\/a> | Wikimedia Commons | CC BY 2.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure> Blazing star, also known as gayfeather, features spiky bottle-brush flowers<\/a> that bloom for a long period and grass-like foliage. These flowers are rich in nectar and quite popular among some butterfly species, including monarch butterflies. <\/p>
This prairie plant also has gained popularity as a cut flower with its flower spikes that are made of multiple florets blooming from top to bottom. <\/p>
Botanical name: <\/strong>Liatris spicata<\/p>
Plant type: <\/strong>Perennial<\/p>
Flower color: <\/strong>White, purple, deep blue-purple <\/p>
Mature plant height: <\/strong>2-4 feet<\/p>
Maintenance needs:<\/strong> Low<\/p>
Blooming time: <\/strong>Summer<\/p>
Ideal growing conditions: <\/strong>Full sun and moist, well-drained soil <\/p>
USDA hardiness zones:<\/strong> 3-8<\/p>
6. Butterfly weed<\/span><\/h3>
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Derek Ramsey<\/a> | Wikimedia Commons | CC-BY-SA-2.5<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure> Butterfly weed is a North American native perennial that produces clusters of eye-catching flowers. These flowers are a major attraction for butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees. <\/p>
Butterfly weed has <\/strong>long taproots that allow it to survive droughts and thrive in poor soil types. Butterfly weed <\/a>is one of the shortest kinds of milkweed, and its height allows it to fit into manicured flower beds and wild areas alike. It grows well in clay soil but will need heavy amendments with compost to enhance drainage. <\/p>
Botanical name:<\/strong> Asclepias tuberosa<\/p>
Plant type:<\/strong> Perennial<\/p>
Flower color:<\/strong> Yellow, red, orange<\/p>
Mature plant height:<\/strong> 1-2 feet<\/p>
Maintenance needs: <\/strong>Moderate<\/p>
Blooming time:<\/strong> Summer<\/p>
Ideal growing conditions:<\/strong> Full sun and well-draining soil <\/p>
USDA hardiness zones:<\/strong> 3-9<\/p>
7. Coneflower<\/span><\/h3>
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alvaroreguly<\/a> | Flickr | CC BY 2.0 <\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure> Another popular perennial that thrives in clay soil is coneflower. The pink-purple flowers attract a large number of pollinators and birds, making them a great choice for butterfly gardens<\/a>. It bears showy, daisy-like flowers that rest on top of strong, stiff stems and dark green foliage. <\/p>
You can plant hybrid varieties for a wide color range, from pink, and orange to white, red, and burgundy. These tough, dependable prairie plants can tolerate rocky and clay soil as well as heat, drought, and humidity. <\/p>
Botanical name:<\/strong> Echinacea<\/p>
Plant type: <\/strong>Perennial<\/p>
Flower color: <\/strong>Pink, purple, gold, red, orange<\/p>
Mature plant height:<\/strong> 3-5 feet<\/p>
Maintenance needs:<\/strong> Low<\/p>
Blooming time:<\/strong> Summer<\/p>
Ideal growing conditions: <\/strong>Full sun and well-draining soil <\/p>
USDA hardiness zones: <\/strong>3-9<\/p>
8. Coral bells<\/span><\/h3>
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David J. Stang<\/a> | Wikimedia Commons | CC-BY-SA-4.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure> Coral bells or alum roots are an excellent choice for adding color to your clay soil garden. They offer an impressive flower color range, from pink and purple to white, deep red, and light coral. This perennial plant gets its name from the tall spikes of bell-shaped blooms<\/a>.<\/p>
It thrives in clay soil and offers the greatest diversity of foliage shades, ranging from peach and deep purple to bronze and silver. <\/p>
Botanical name:<\/strong> Heuchera<\/p>
Plant type: <\/strong>Perennial<\/p>
Flower color: <\/strong>White, pink, deep red, light coral<\/p>
Mature plant height: <\/strong>1-3 feet<\/p>
Maintenance needs: <\/strong>Low<\/p>
Blooming time:<\/strong> Late spring to early summer<\/p>
Ideal growing conditions:<\/strong> Full sun and part shade with well-drained soil <\/p>
USDA hardiness zones:<\/strong> 4-9<\/p>
9. Daylily<\/span><\/h3>
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Renee Grayson<\/a> | Flickr | CC BY-SA 2.0<\/a> <\/figcaption><\/figure> Coming in nearly every color, daylilies are a perfect way to add color<\/a> and texture to a clay soil garden. Daylilies are highly dependable, low-maintenance plants that are tolerant of a variety of growing conditions. <\/p>
- Benefits of clay soil<\/a><\/li>
- 2. Bee balm<\/a><\/li>
- \u00a01. Aster<\/a><\/li>