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Under the climatic conditions in Northeast China, it is not easy to find plants that are both cold-resistant, perennial, and shade-tolerant. However, Hosta plantaginea, Heuchera micrantha, Astilbe chinensis, and Dicentra spectabilis can show tenacious vitality in this environment.
Hosta plantaginea is like an elegant fairy descending in the courtyards and gardens of Northeast China. Its slender leaves are emerald green and luscious. The flowers are as white as snow or pink and delicate. The shape is like the jade hairpin of ancient women, hence its name. Hosta plantaginea has excellent cold resistance and can survive the harsh winter in Northeast China safely. At the same time, it is also a shade-tolerant plant. Under the shade of trees or on the north side of buildings, it can still thrive and add a touch of freshness and beauty to the shady corners.
Heuchera micrantha has become a highlight in the gardens of Northeast China with its rich and gorgeous leaf colors. Its leaves are colorful, with combinations of multiple colors such as red, purple, yellow, and green. Heuchera micrantha not only has excellent cold resistance and can withstand the severe cold in Northeast winter but also has low light requirements and can still show charming charm in a semi-shaded environment. Whether used as ground cover plants or dotted on the edges of flower beds, Heuchera micrantha can bring unique visual effects to the garden.
Astilbe chinensis, a plant with a poetic name, has also found its way to survive in Northeast China. Its flower shape is beautiful and the flower colors are rich, including pink, white, purple, etc. Astilbe chinensis has strong cold resistance and can adapt to the low temperatures in Northeast China. Although it likes a semi-shaded environment, under appropriate shading conditions, it can still bloom gorgeous flowers and add a romantic atmosphere to the garden.
Dicentra spectabilis has a lovely name and even more unique flowers. Its flowers are shaped like small purses and are hung on slender flower stalks, very endearing. Dicentra spectabilis has good cold resistance and is one of the outstanding perennial rhizome plants in Northeast China. It can grow in a shady and humid environment and bring vitality and energy to those corners with insufficient light.
In the landscape design of Northeast China, reasonable use of these cold-resistant, perennial rhizome, and shade-tolerant plants can create a richly layered garden with scenery in all seasons.