Dead Nettle -Low mat forming perennials with stalks of pink or white blooms that work best in light shade. Many varieties have brightly colored leaves that enhance shady areas.
Liriope
Loropetalum
Ophiopogon
Lily Turf, Mondo Grass -Grass-like evergreen perennial closely related to liriope. Forms small tuffs that slowly spread. Small flower spikes in summer followed by shiny bluish-black berries. Cultivars come with variegated leaves and colored foliage.
Pellaea
Pentas
Star Cluster Flower -Tender perennial. Popular for their many clusters of brightly colored flowers over a long season. Blooms well in sun or part shade. Terrific container plant. Often used to provide color in the tropical garden.
Plectranthus
Spur Flower -Mostly fast growing tender perennials that range from bushy forms to trailing groundcovers. While some varieties have showy flower spikes they are mainly grown for the attractive sometimes colorful foliage. Useful plant for dry shade.