Ooooh ... some yellow blooms in those beds would sure make all the plants pop with color! You have the right idea and seem to be using some plants that work well in the landscape!
So sorry to hear the cast is staying on longer than hoped. I can just imagine how boring it is to be so limited in what you can do. Plus I know you were both anxious to get the work done on the house and yard. Hope he heals up as good as new!