Bloom Sequence
Spring:
Peony foliage emerges. Nigella begins early growth.
Early Summer:
Peony blooms. Poppies flower.
Mid to Late Summer:
Phlox reaches full height. Cosmos fills in. Nigella reseeds lightly.
Late Season:
Cosmos continues bloom until frost.
What to Expect
Year 1:
Structure establishes. Annuals provide movement and seasonal bloom.
Year 2:
Phlox fills in. Peony increases bloom production. Self-sown nigella and poppy begin to naturalize.
Year 3 and Beyond:
The bed develops density, repetition, and the luminous layered look white gardens are known for.
Why This Design Works
• Anchored by long-lived perennials
• Planted in odd-number groupings
• Layered for height variation
• Softened with seed-grown movement
White gardens succeed through structure and restraint. This collection gives you both.
Optional Structural Additions
For year-round presence, consider adding a nearby evergreen such as boxwood or yew.
For vertical romance, a white climbing rose or hydrangea pairs beautifully with this palette.
(These are not included.)
Shipping Information
Live bare root plants and seed packets ship separately.
Bare root plants ship according to our seasonal shipping schedule.
Seed packets may ship earlier and will arrive separately.
You may receive two deliveries.
Shipping rates are calculated based on live plant handling requirements.

