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Low to Medium Perennials for Sandy Soil

There are numerous perennials less than 3ft (1m) in height that are suitable for well-drained soils, especially for sites in full sun.  These small to medium-size plants have a multitude of uses, particularly at the front of borders, in raised beds, or along the tops of walls.  Some are also ideal for growing in containers on patios or paved areas.  

Artemisis - Lambs Ear
Baby's Breath - Gypsophila
Blanket Flower - Gallardia
Cranesbill - Geranium
Evening Primrose - Oenothera 
Gas Plant - Dictamnus
Iris
Lavender - Lavandula
Lychnis
Pinks - Dianthus
Salvia
Sea Holly - Eryngium
Sedum
Spurge - Euphorbia
Valerian - Centranthus
Yarrow - Achillea

Medium to Tall Perennials for Sandy Soil

Gardeners who have admired the lavender-blue spires of a Perovskia in bloom may already know how well this, and other similar perennials, thrive in well-drained soil, especially in sunny sites.  The following, mostly 3-6ft (1-2m) tall, also enjoy such conditions, and will bring presence to a border or bed.

Butterfly Weed - Asclepias
Bear's Breeches - Acanthus
Blazing Star - Liatris
Daylily - Hemerocallis
Gaura - Gaura
Globe Thistle - Echinops
Malva
Red Hot Poker - Kniphofia
Russian Sage - Perovskia
Salvia
Sedum
Spurge - Euphorbia
Tree Mallow - Lavatera
Verbascum
Wild Indigo - Baptisia
Yarrow 

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