I like Plumed Celosia, Marigolds and Amaranthus. For starters :wink:
I think it is a Princess Flower (Tibouchina urvilleana). I don't think that is hardy in Philly.
How about a nice floral mural? :smt002
Definitely looks like a Canna to me. I had some Cannas that grew like this when I planted them with some tall Dahlias. They grew very narrow and...
We have to bring these in for the winter here in CT. I often cut them back hard in the spring. I have noticed a lack of vigor after a few years of...
For next year you can pinch them a couple of times before the buds emerge. That will keep them more bushy.
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