Maybe some cold hardy coral bells (heuchera) with some spring bulbs. That way you can have some pretty flowers in spring and attractive foliage all year long.

how about some fall pansies for color?

Thanks guys!

Hit the garden center and see what looks good.

Black Eyed Susan's because they would love the sun, are easy to care for, and they remind me of little lions.

Outlets, including supermarkets with plant departments have multiple kinds of these on display at present.

I vote for winter pansies too.