Northeast Gardening: So what has worked or surprised you?, 0 by ngam

ngam wrote:
We have had a really odd spring and summer here in the northeast region. Most plants surprisingly except for some aesthetic problems from low sun levels and lots of rain have held up pretty well considering. Some that like hot dry conditions seem to be thriving like the lavenders and coneflowers. Others that you would expect to be not so happy are showing their not so pretty side. Hollyhock, iris and some DLs are getting pretty nasty. Lots of brown slimed stems including some phlox and clematis even. The hydrangeas on the other hand have grown and are very happy, likewise the hosta and coral bells. Monardas need spraying for mildew but grew very tall and are blooming well. What has been extra happy or sad in your garden this cloudy, cool and wet year. Besides the slugs that is.