Some plants listed for shade gardens in, say, zones 7 to 8 may perform better in sun in zones 4 to 5. also remember that, all aesthetic considerations aside, you'll still have to combine plants based not only on sunlight requirements but also on watering needs .. Find this pin and more on zone 7 shade plants by david van herrera. matteucia struthiopteris, ostrich fern - the fiddleheads are delicious. might get one or two for the shadiest spots in the front yard. ostrich fern the king -- ft. great for a shady area that's hard to mow or where semi-privacy is needed.. Shade perennials for zone 7 breck's
