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Shade garden plants?

I want to plant a shade garden in my front yard what plants do you reccomend? I have a good sized maple tree that this will be next to. I was planning on using some hostas but what else would look nice? Also, if it's important I'm in northern Virginia. Thanks!

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1. I also live in northern VA and have had the best of luck with impatients , all varieties...they have even lasted into November! I also have had luck with begonias and as you mentioned the hostas...they have done quite well in my yard. I have had some success with marigolds as well...sometimes you have to experiment with different plant to see what will do well in your yard.
2. alot of your herbs and garlic and such will grow in the shade realy good