This thoughtfully curated plant grouping is ideal for a part-sun woodland garden, where dappled light and filtered shade create a perfect setting for a harmonious mix of evergreen and deciduous foliage that provides year-round interest. The combination artfully balances color, texture, and seasonal highlights to create an inviting, low-maintenance garden composition.

The colorful evergreen foliage of Abelia 'Kaleidoscope' showcases small variegated leaves that appear predominantly yellow, with subtle bronzy undertones. Adding a bold, lively contrast is the rich burgundy foliage of Japanese maple, Acer palmatum 'Fireglow'.

Anchoring the planting further is Daphne 'Eternal Fragrance', a compact evergreen with small green leaves and a long season of intensely fragrant flowers. The golden new growth of Tsuga canadensis 'Golden Duke' shines especially brightly in spring, beautifully complementing the deep tones of the maple. Together, Abelia, Daphne, and Tsuga form a robust and cohesive core of evergreen interest.

Along the front edge, Heucherella’s bronze foliage provides almost year-round appeal. Although its evergreen leaves are subdued in winter, the plant bursts forth in spring with fresh, vibrant growth followed by airy sprays of ivory, spire-shaped flowers. At ground level, its warm bronze hues echo those of the Japanese maple and are brightened by Acorus gramineus minimus 'Aureus', which carpets the front of the border in luminous, sunlit pools.

Balancing and cooling these warmer tones are the large, blue-green leaves of Hosta 'Halcyon', which offer a pleasing textural contrast to the finer foliage throughout the composition.

Thriving in part-sun conditions, this woodland planting delivers both seasonal flair and structural beauty with minimal maintenance. Primary upkeep involves deadheading Astrantia and Heucherella after flowering to maintain a fresh, polished appearance throughout the growing season. Geranium 'Rozanne' can be cut back after its first flush of blooms and will respond with quick regrowth and additional flowers, continuing to perform well into the fall.