I have the worst clay soil I've ever seen. It is just the worst. For most of the summer you can't dig into it without a pick axe. Seriously, it's like walking on concrete. It's a wonder that ANYTHING grows in this dirt. But there are things that will grow! If you have clay soil too, here are some great perennials that will endure rock hard soil and dry conditions.
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| Solidaster gets a bad rap but it's a great native wildflower that attracts lots of beneficial insects. and No, it's not bothering your allergies. |
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| I just planted these black eyed susans this year and they're already covered in flowers. |
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| Not sure how it happens but I have large, gorgeous reblooming bearded Iris that bloom every spring and fall. So pretty! |
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| Baptisia, also known at False Indigo, puts on a beautiful show every spring. |
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| Comfrey will thrive even in hard clay. |
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| Butterfly weed blooms for weeks and also attracts pollinators. So there are six suggestions to get you started. I can testify that they are all very hardy and lovely. I should mention they are all in full sun. What plants have you had success with in clay soil? Feel free to post in the comments below. |
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