I'm not crazy about mums, but I see some new ones that are pretty, so that's a good idea, along with dahlias.
I do have some anemones that are hardy. Some are only listed to Z6, and I lost them before we became Z6, LOL.
Mike! Hey, I didn't know you were here, nice to see you. Phlox in Calif. Well!
Lot's of great ideas. Great thread, Neal!