Q.colorful plants in full shade
we have an area that is in full shade, holds water, and we would like something with “color”. (blooms maybe; leaves have color, etc) it would need to be a plant that stays fairly low, no more than 12″ high or so, and can handle low maintenance. would prefer something that comes back each year w/o having to be replanted.

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There are lots of plants that will give you color and beauty in shady spots. This article
should help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/shade/shade-tolerant-flowers.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/fogen/plants-with-red-foliage.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/fogen/plant-leaves-that-stand-out.htm