Best full-shade perennials – 7 perfect plants to add foliage and flowers to darker borders

Foam flowers with white and pink blooms, native to North America, full-shade perennial, attractive heart-shaped leaves, versatile in US hardiness zones 3-9.

Tiarella:

Lush foliage, heart-shaped leaves in various greens, ideal full-shade perennial, delicate lavender blooms in summer, thrives in moist soil, US hardiness zones 3-8.

Hostas:

Partial to full shade, blooms on tall stems, grows in US hardiness zones 5-8, acts as perennial groundcover, prefers high phosphorus fertilizer, easy propagation.

Japanese Anemone:

Fast-growing ground cover, dark foliage, purple-blue flower spikes, grows in US hardiness zones 3-10, invasive in some areas, ideal for shady yards.

Bugleweed:

Native to North America, white flowers in spring and summer, dense ground cover, cool damp shady spots, US hardiness zones 3-6, beautiful fall color.

Bunchberry Dogwood:

Ornamental grass, thrives in deep shade, moist soil, impressive understorey, low-maintenance, excellent fall color, grows in US hardiness zones 5-9.

Japanese Forest Grass:

Thrives in partial to full shade, moist and humid environments, many varieties available, ideal for shady spots, adds height and structure, US hardiness zones vary.

Ferns: