How to Plant a Beautiful Flowering Garden Walkway
Best Perennials for a Flowering Garden Path
It is easy to create a flowery walkway if you know what to plant at ground level; we analyzed this lovely setting to get you started. The climbing Iceberg roses are already looking gorgeous and within the next growing season they will form a dense cloud of snow-white flowers overhead.
Penstemon Digitalis ‘Husker’s Red’
This maroon leaved, red stemmed Penstemon hybrid bears delicate white flowers on tall stems.
Achillea Millefolium (Yarrow)
No cottage or cloister garden of old worth its salt would have been without
yarrow. Modern yarrow blooms in a wide colour range that includes yellow, bright orange, salmon, dark pink and white.
Iris Germanica (Bearded Iris)
There are almost as many bearded Iris hybrids as there are hairs on a dog’s back! What they all have in common are breathtakingly beautiful flowers in spring and early summer.
Penstemon ‘Cherry Red’
If they are happy and healthy then Penstemon bloom in abundance in spring, early summer and again in autumn, so make sure you plant them in rich, free-draining soil.
Hebe ‘Wiri Joy’ Hebes
(Veronicas) are the backbone of a summer garden. These little shrubs are easy to grow and only need cutting back in late autumn (or spring in very cold climates) to stop them from becoming
woody and long legged. There are lots of Hebe hybrids in different colours, from mauve to fuchsia, deep purple and even blue. In addition, some have colourful variegated foliage.
Heliotropium Arborescens (Heliotrope)
A very sweet fragrance at dusk heralds the presence of heliotrope in a garden. The flowers are carried on tall and slender stems above the finely wrinkled foliage and are more abundant in the cooler months.
Oenothera Speciosa (Evening Primrose)
Evening primrose is a fast-growing perennial ground cover that bears light pink, scented flowers from spring onward to autumn. These handy little filler plants can cover a bare spot most colourfully.
Campanula Poscharskyana
This pretty little sky blue Campanula grows happily in dappled shade in the company of other perennials. It flowers all summer.
Frequently Asked Questions.
What climbing rose is best for a garden walkway arch in South Africa?
The Iceberg climbing rose is an excellent choice — it produces abundant snow-white flowers and grows vigorously enough to form a dense overhead canopy within one growing season. It performs well in most South African climates.
When does bearded iris bloom in South Africa?
Bearded iris (Iris germanica) blooms in spring and early summer, making it ideal for garden paths that come alive in September and October. The flowers are short-lived but extraordinarily striking.
What is Penstemon and how do I grow it in South Africa?
Penstemon is a perennial that blooms in spring, early summer, and again in autumn. Plant it in rich, free-draining soil in a sunny to semi-shaded position for the best flowering performance.
What plants grow well in dappled shade along a garden path?
Campanula poscharskyana thrives in dappled shade and flowers all summer long, making it one of the best options for pathways with partial shade from trees or walls.
How do I create a fragrant garden walkway?
Include heliotrope (Heliotropium arborescens), which releases a sweet, vanilla-like fragrance at dusk, and climbing Iceberg roses for a light scent overhead. Position fragrant plants at nose height or along the path edges.
What is a Hebe plant and is it easy to maintain?
Hebe (also known as Veronica) is a compact, flowering shrub that serves as a reliable backbone plant in a cottage garden. Trim it lightly in late autumn to prevent it becoming woody — no other regular maintenance is needed.
What is the best ground cover for filling gaps in a garden path?
Evening primrose (Oenothera speciosa) is a fast-spreading perennial ground cover that produces light pink, scented flowers from spring through autumn. It fills bare spots quickly and requires minimal care.
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