Hello,

I have some 6- 7 yards long area against my fence next patio to (in half sun and half shady) that I am planning to plant some perennials so they will bloom next year. There is loom already there that was put 4 yrs ago ( mulch is on top)

Please advise how should I prep the soil now so I can plant some perennials that I have already in October?
Also please advise some good perennials that will bloom next year. We are in Newton MA.
I have roses already in my garden( lawn) and rose if Sharon)

The perennials I have in pots are;
1- Garden phlox ( flame white)
2- Echinacea ( wild and hot coral)
3- Bugbane
4-Astibe Delft Lace
5- Dead Nettle
6-