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  • Alcea rosea 'Blacknight' (30)ct Flat Alcea rosea Blacknight 30ct Flat

    Alcea r. 'Blacknight' (30)ct Flat

    Alcea rosea 'Blacknight' (30)ct FlatSpotlight SeriesCommon Name: Hollyhock Deep black-purple, single flowers are produced on tall, sturdy stalks in midsummer. For over 18 years, Jelitto worked to develop a consistent strain of stable, straight color,...

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  • Alcea rosea Fiesta Time 30ct Flat Alcea rosea Fiesta Time 30ct Flat

    Alcea r. 'Fiesta Time' (30)ct Flat

    Alcea rosea 'Fiesta Time' (30)ct FlatCommon Name: Hollyhock This vibrant seed selection produces relatively short spikes of double, cerise pink, fringed blossoms beginning in midsummer. This is a first year flowering perennial. The shorter height of...

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  • Alcea rosea Mars Magic 30ct Flat Alcea rosea Mars Magic 30ct Flat

    Alcea r. 'Mars Magic' (30)ct Flat

    Alcea rosea 'Mars Magic' (30)ct FlatSpotlight SeriesCommon Name: Hollyhock Bright red, single flowers are produced on tall, sturdy stalks in midsummer. For over 18 years, Jelitto worked to develop a consistent strain of stable, straight color, single...

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  • Alchemilla mollis (30)ct Flat Alchemilla mollis 30ct Flat

    Alchemilla mollis (30)ct Flat

    Alchemilla mollis (30)ct FlatCommon Name: Lady's Mantle Foliage is a soft grey-green and nearly round with deep lobes. Soft, velvety leaves are up to 6-inches across with serrated edges, giving a scalloped look. From late spring to early summer,...

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  • Allium 'Bobblehead' (25) BR Plants Allium 'Bobblehead' (25) BR Plants

    Allium 'Bobblehead' (25) BR Plants

    Allium 'Bobblehead' PPAF CPBRAF - Proven Winners® (25) Bare Root Plants Common Name: Ornamental OnionIf you've enjoyed the ease and beauty of A. 'Serendipity', then 'Bobblehead' is the next perennial you will want to check out! 'Bobblehead'...

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  • Allium Bubble Bath PPAF 25 BR Plants Allium Bubble Bath PPAF 25 BR Plants

    Allium 'Bubble Bath' PPAF (25) BR Plants

    Allium 'Bubble Bath' PPAF (25) Bare Root PlantsCommon Name: Ornamental Onion Soft lavender flower clusters are held on strong stems above a mound of glaucous blue green foliage. The wide, linear leaves have a slight twist. Compared to 'Millenium',...

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  • Allium ALLIUM Medusa PPAF 25 BR Plants Allium ALLIUM Medusa PPAF 25 BR Plants

    ALLIUM 'Medusa' PP28701 (25) BR Plants

    Allium 'Medusa' PP28701 (25) Bare Root PlantsCommon Name: Ornamental Onion This ornamental onion has snaky, twisty leaves that will remind you of the snake hair from the Medusa legend. ‘Medusa’ forms a low mound of grey-green, narrow foliage...

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  • Allium 'Millenium' (25) BR Plants Allium Millenium 25 BR Plants

    Allium 'Millenium' (25) BR Plants

    Allium 'Millenium' (25) Bare Root PlantsCommon Name: Ornamental Onion This hybrid from Allium guru Mark McDonough was picture perfect in our trials. 'Millenium' forms a compact, upright clump of glossy green, thick and strappy leaves which emit a slight...

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  • Allium 'Millenium' (4) 1-gallons Allium 'Millenium' (4) 1-gallons

    Allium 'Millenium' (4) 1-gallons

    Allium 'Millenium' (4) 1-gallons Cannot ship to Idaho. Common Name: Onion-Ornamental. Zones 5 to 8 Full Sun to Part Shade. Mature height of 15 to 20 inches and a spread of 10 to 15 inches. Compact, upright clump of glossy green, thick and strappy...

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  • Allium 'Serendipity' (4) 1-gallons Allium 'Serendipity' (4) 1-gallons

    Allium 'Serendipity' (4) 1-gallons

    Allium 'Serendipity' PPAF (4) 1-gallons Cannot ship to Idaho. Common Name: Ornamental OnionThe word 'serendipity' means an unexpected occurrence, and what a fitting name for this sport of the popular 'Millenium'! The sport shares all of the...

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  • Amsonia Blue Ice 25 BR Plants Amsonia Blue Ice 25 BR Plants

    Amsonia 'Blue Ice' (25) BR Plants

    Amsonia 'Blue Ice' (25) Bare Root PlantsCommon Name: Blue Star Navy blue buds in late spring, open to clusters of periwinkle blue, star-shaped flowers. Larger than the species it is also more compact and produces darker blue flowers. The narrow,...

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  • Amsonia Starstruck PPAF 25 BR Plants Amsonia Starstruck PPAF 25 BR Plants

    Amsonia 'Starstruck' PP32246 (25) BR Plants

    Amsonia 'Starstruck' PP32246 (25) Bare Root PlantsCommon Name: Blue Star Although this plant will catch your eye in the spring with its sparkling star-shaped, sky blue flowers, you'll be wowed by what follows. An incredibly full habit of vibrant green...

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  • Amsonia 'String Theory' PP34419  (4) 1-gallons Amsonia 'String Theory' PP34419  (4) 1-gallons

    Amsonia 'String Theory' PP34419 (4) 1-gallons

    Amsonia 'String Theory' PP34419 CPBRAF (4) 1-gallonsCommon Name: Blue Star People have loved 'Storm Cloud' and we are now pleased to offer a complementing threadleaf Amsonia to the Proven Winners program. 'String Theory' can be described as a compact...

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  • Amsonia String Theory PPAF 25 BR Plants Amsonia String Theory PPAF 25 BR Plants

    Amsonia 'String Theory' PP34419 (25) BR Plants

    Amsonia 'String Theory' PP34419 CPBRAF (25) Bare Root PlantsCommon Name: Blue Star People have loved 'Storm Cloud' and we are now pleased to offer a complementing threadleaf Amsonia to the Proven Winners program. 'String Theory' can be described as a...

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  • Amsonia hubrechtii Blue Star Amsonia hubrechtii Blue Star

    Amsonia hubrechtii Blue Star (4) 1-gallons

    Amsonia hubrechtii Blue Star (4) 1-gallonsCommon Name: Blue Star, Arkansas Amsonia Amsonia hubrichtii, commonly known as Arkansas Amsonia or Thread-leaf Blue Star, is a popular perennial plant prized for its delicate, feathery foliage and beautiful...

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  • Amsonia hubrichtii Bluestar 25 BR Plants Amsonia hubrichtii Bluestar 25 BR Plants

    Amsonia hubrichtii 'Bluestar' (25) BR Plants

    Amsonia hubrichtii (25) Bare Root PlantsCommon Name: Blue Star, Arkansas Amsonia This southern native has very narrow, needle-like leaves that line the stems like bottle brushes. Surprisingly, they are soft as silk to the touch. From late spring thru...

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  • Amsonia t Storm Cloud 25 BR Plants Amsonia t Storm Cloud 25 BR Plants

    Amsonia t. 'Storm Cloud' (25) BR Plants

    Amsonia tabernaemontana 'Storm Cloud' (25) Bare Root PlantsCommon Name: Bluestar ‘Storm Cloud’ is a very exciting new variety that performs well for both northern and southern growers. In spring, new stems emerge near-black with...

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  • Anemone Curtain Call Deep Rose PPAF 20ct Flat Anemone Curtain Call Deep Rose PPAF 20ct Flat

    Anemone 'Curtain Call Deep Rose' (30)ct Flat

    Anemone 'Curtain Call Deep Rose' PP30520 (30)ct FlatCommon Name: Japanese Anemone This fall blooming Anemone is one of the final performers in your garden for the growing season. Beginning in late summer, this perennial produces dark rose pink flowers...

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  • Anemone Curtain Call Pink Anemone Curtain Call Pink

    Anemone 'Curtain Call Pink' PP30739 (30)ct Flat

    Anemone 'Curtain Call Pink' PP30739 (30)ct FlatCurtain Call SeriesCommon Name: Japanese Anemone This fall blooming Anemone is one of the final performers in your garden for the growing season. Beginning in late summer, this perennial produces bright rose...

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  • Anemone Honorine Jobert 20ct Flat Anemone Honorine Jobert 20ct Flat

    Anemone 'Honorine Jobert' (30)ct Flat

    Anemone 'Honorine Jobert' (30)ct FlatCommon Name: Japanese Anemone We are very excited to be able to offer you this popular cottage garden perennial. It is one of the best perennials for adding late season interest in the garden, as it blooms...

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  • Aquilegia EARLYBIRD Purple Blue 30ct Flat Aquilegia EARLYBIRD Purple Blue 30ct Flat

    Aquilegia EARLYBIRD Purple Blue (30)ct Flat

    Aquilegia EARLYBIRD™ Purple Blue ('PAS1258487') (30)ct FlatEARLYBIRD SeriesCommon Name: Columbine A series of early flowering Columbine from Kieft Seed. Wine purple flowers with indigo blue centers. Aquilegia is especially lovely when allowed to...

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  • Aquilegia EARLYBIRD Red White 30ct Flat Aquilegia EARLYBIRD Red White 30ct Flat

    Aquilegia EARLYBIRD Red White (30)ct Flat

    Aquilegia EARLYBIRD™ Red White ('PAS1258484') (30)ct FlatEARLYBIRD SeriesCommon Name: Columbine A series of early flowering Columbine from Kieft Seed. Rose red flowers with white centers. Aquilegia is especially lovely when allowed to naturalize in...

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  • Aquilegia KIRIGAMI Mix 30ct Flat

    Aquilegia KIRIGAMI Mix (30)ct Flat

    Aquilegia caerulea KIRIGAMI™ Mix (30)ct FlatKIRIGAMI™ SeriesCommon Name: Columbine A big hit during the 2018 California Spring Trials. We have tested this series and can confirm that they are first year flowering, upright stems, and...

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  • Aquilegia KIRIGAMI Rose and Pink 30ct Flat Aquilegia KIRIGAMI Rose and Pink 30ct Flat

    Aquilegia KIRIGAMI Rose & Pink (30)ct Flat

    Aquilegia caerulea KIRIGAMI™ Rose & Pink (30)ct FlatKIRIGAMI™ SeriesCommon Name: Columbine A big hit during the 2018 California Spring Trials. We have tested this series and can confirm that they are first year flowering, upright stems,...

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  • Aquilegia x'Earlybird Mix' (10)ct Quarts

    Aquilegia x'Earlybird Mix' (10)ct Quarts

    Aquilegia x'Earlybird Mix' (10)ct Quarts Common Name: Columbine This mixture, from the Earlybird™ series, was bred for vibrant colors, neatly mounded habit and unusual color combinations. Single colors and may include doubles like purple-white,...

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  • Aquilegia x'Earlybird Red Yellow' (10)ct Quarts Aquilegia x'Earlybird Red Yellow' (10)ct Quarts

    Aquilegia x'Earlybird Red Yellow' (10)ct Quarts

    Aquilegia x'Earlybird Red Yellow' (10)ct Quarts Common Name: ColumbineLarge, beautiful flowers have deep red spurred petals that encircle a layer of yellow inner petals.These showy flowers are surrounded by delicate, fern-like green foliage. Hardiness...

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  • Aralia c Sun King 20ct Flat Aralia c Sun King 20ct Flat

    Aralia c. 'Sun King' (20)ct Flat

    Aralia cordata 'Sun King ' Common Name: Golden Japanese Spikenard. 2020 Perennial Plant of the Year 'Sun King ' emerges mid-spring with bright gold leaves on contrasting reddish brown stems. With at least a few hours of sun a day, the foliage will remain...

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  • Aralia c. 'Sun King' (4) 1-gallons Aralia c. 'Sun King' (4) 1-gallons

    Aralia c. 'Sun King' (4) 1-gallons

    Aralia cordata 'Sun King' (4) 1-gallons Common Name: Golden Japanese Spikenard. Zones 3 to 9 Part Shade. Mature height of 3 feet and a spread of 3 feet; Growth Rate is Medium to Rapid depending on conditions.Herbaceous perennial quickly forms...

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  • Armeria maritime 'Victor Reiter' (10)ct Flat

    Armeria maritime 'Victor Reiter' (10)ct Flat

    Armeria maritima 'Victor Reiter' (10)ct Flat Common name: Thrift-Common, Sea Pink, Sea Thrift. Zones 4 to 8. Full sun to part shade. Plants reach 4 inches tall and 8 inches wide, slow spreading, grassy evergreen mound. Herbaceous perennial Grassy,...

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  • Artemisia Powis Castle Artemisia Powis Castle

    Artemisia 'Powis Castle' (4) 1-gallons

    Artemisia 'Powis Castle' (4) 1-gallons Common Name: wormwood Zones 6 to 9. Full sun. Plants reach to 24 to 36 inches tall and to 12 to 24 inches wide;semi-evergreen, woody-based perennial or subshrub. Growth rate: Moderate. 'Powis Castle' typically...

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  • Artemisia Silver Bullet 10ct Quarts

    Artemisia 'Silver Bullet' (10)ct Quarts

    Artemisia 'Silver Bullet' (10)ct Quarts Common Name: wormwood Silver Bullet's vigorous, beautiful silver foliage is drought/heat tolerant and requires very little maintenance. 6-10 inches tall and spreads 12-30 inches at maturityZones 5-9Full...

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  • Artemisia 'Silver Lining' PPAF (20)ct Flat Artemisia 'Silver Lining' PPAF (20)ct Flat

    Artemisia 'Silver Lining' PPAF (20)ct Flat

    Artemisia 'Silver Lining' PPAF - Proven Winners®(20)ct Flat Common Name: White Sagebrush, ArtemisiaA hybrid of native North American species including Artemisia ludoviciana. 'Silver Lining' finds the best in its parentage as a spectacular, durable...

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  • Aruncus Chantilly Lace PPAF 20ct Flat Aruncus Chantilly Lace PPAF 20ct Flat

    Aruncus 'Chantilly Lace' PP30740 (30)ct Flat

    Aruncus 'Chantilly Lace' PP30740 CPBR6259 (30)ct FlatCommon Name: Goat's Beard 'Chantilly Lace' will be shorter if grown in full sun, closer to 24" tall, than if grown in shade or a sun-filtered area, where it will grow to a height of 30-32". With the...

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  • Aruncus 'Chantilly Lace' PP30740 (4) 1-gallons Aruncus 'Chantilly Lace' PP30740 (4) 1-gallons

    Aruncus 'Chantilly Lace' PP30740 (4) 1-gallons

    Aruncus 'Chantilly Lace' PP30740 (4) 1-gallonsCommon Name: Goat's Beard-Dwarf; DECADENCE® DELUXE Series Common Name: False IndigoIn late spring to early summer, soft yellow flowers age to dusty raspberry purple, and both colors appear on...

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  • Aruncus 'Goatee' PPAF (30)ct Flat Aruncus 'Goatee' PPAF (30)ct Flat

    Aruncus 'Goatee' PPAF (30)ct Flat

    Aruncus 'Goatee' PPAF (30)ct FlatCommon Name: Goat's Beard This finely textured Aruncus hybrid is flower powered! Extremely floriferous for a Goat's Beard, 'Goatee' springs to life with clouds of dense cream flower panicles in early summer. Dissected...

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  • Aruncus Misty Lace PP15798 Aruncus Misty Lace PP15798

    Aruncus 'Misty Lace' PP15798 (30)ct Flat

    Aruncus 'Misty Lace' PP15798 (30)ct FlatCommon Name: Goat's Beard Misty Lace' is the perfect size Goat's Beard - intermediate in height between its parents, A. aesthusifolius and A. dioicus. This seedling was selected by Dr. Allan Armitage of the...

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  • Aruncus dioicus 30ct Flat Aruncus dioicus 30ct Flat

    Aruncus dioicus (30)ct Flat

    Aruncus dioicus (30)ct FlatCommon Name: Goat's Beard An outstanding specimen plant for the partially shaded garden, with dark green foliage and plume-like spikes of tiny, cream-colored flowers rise well above the foliage in early to mid-summer...

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  • Asclepias incarnata Cinderella 25 BR Plants Asclepias incarnata Cinderella 25 BR Plants

    Asclepias i. 'Cinderella' (25) BR Plants

    Asclepias incarnata 'Cinderella' (25) Bare Root PlantsCommon Name: Swamp Milkweed; A virtually hassle-free perennial, offering three months of vanilla scented, rose pink flowers in large, compact clusters from midsummer to early fall. Deadheading...

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  • Asclepias t Hello Yellow 30ct Flat Asclepias t Hello Yellow 30ct Flat

    Asclepias t. 'Hello Yellow' (30)ct Flat

    Asclepias tuberosa 'Hello Yellow' (30)ct Flat Common Name: Butterfly Weed, pleurisy root. This hassle-free perennial will provide three months of golden yellow blooms from early through late summer. Deadheading the flowers will stimulate another bloom...

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  • Asclepias tuberosa 25 BR Plants Asclepias tuberosa (25) BR Plants

    Asclepias tuberosa (25) BR Plants

    Asclepias tuberosa (25) Bare Root PlantsCommon Name: Butterfly Weed A virtually hassle-free, very long lived perennial, offering three months of tangerine orange blooms (occasionally red or yellow) from early through late summer. Deadheading the flowers...

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  • Asclepias tuberosa 30ct Flat Asclepias tuberosa 30ct Flat

    Asclepias tuberosa (30)ct Flat

    Asclepias tuberosa (30)ct FlatCommon Name: Butterfly Weed, pleurisy root. A virtually hassle-free, very long lived perennial, offering three months of tangerine orange blooms (occasionally red or yellow) from early through late summer. Deadheading...

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  • Aster 'Grape Crush' PP33612 (25) BR Plants Aster Grape Crush PPAF 25 BR Plants

    Aster 'Grape Crush' PP33612 (25) BR Plants

    Aster novae-angliae 'Grape Crush' PP33612 (25) Bare Root PlantsCommon Name: New England Aster Bringing refinement to fall blooming Asters, 'Grape Crush' produces a large, very round mound with densely packed flowers. We have observed no lodging in our...

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  • Aster novae-angliae Purple Dome Aster novae-angliae Purple Dome

    Aster novae-angliae 'Purple Dome' (4) 1-gallons

    Aster novae-angliae 'Purple Dome' (4) 1-gallons Common name: New England aster, Michaelmas Daisies. Zones 3 to 8. Full sun. Plants reach 18 to 24 inches tall and 12 to 18 inches wide. compact dwarf, rounded mounds. Growth rate: Moderate, easy to...

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  • Astilbe 'Bridal Veil' (4) 1-gallons Astilbe 'Bridal Veil' (4) 1-gallons

    Astilbe 'Bridal Veil' (4) 1-gallons

    Astilbe 'Bridal Veil' ('Brautschleier') (4) 1-gallons Common Name: Astilbe-Hybrid, Spirea Zones 4 to 9. Full sun to full shade. Plants reach 28 inches tall and 18 to 22 inches wide. Clump forming dwarf habit. Growth rate: Moderate, slow spreading,...

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  • Astilbe 'Dark Side of the Moon' (4) 1-gallons Astilbe 'Dark Side of the Moon' (4) 1-gallons

    Astilbe 'Dark Side of the Moon' (4) 1-gallons

    Astilbe 'Dark Side of the Moon' PPAF CPBRAF (4) 1-gallonsProven WinnersCommon Name: Astilbe An instant classic for the landscape! 'Dark Side of the Moon' is the only dark leafed Astilbe with purple flowers that's on the market. Rich deep chocolate...

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Perennial flower gardens are a delightful way to add continuous beauty and color to your outdoor space. Unlike annuals that need to be replanted yearly, perennials come back year after year, offering a rewarding and ever-evolving landscape. Here is a guide to creating your own stunning perennial flower garden:

1. Planning and Design:

Site Assessment:

  • Sunlight: Determine how much sun your garden receives throughout the day (full sun, part sun, or shade) and choose plants accordingly. Most perennials thrive in well-drained soil.
  • Soil Conditions: Test your soil's pH level and amend it if necessary. Many perennials prefer slightly acidic to neutral soil.
  • Space: Consider the mature size of your chosen plants and the available space in your garden.

Color Scheme:

  • Harmonious: Choose a color palette that complements your home and personal style. You can opt for a harmonious blend of similar colors, such as pastels or jewel tones.
  • Contrasting: Create a bold statement with contrasting colors, like orange and blue or purple and yellow.
  • Monochromatic: Use different shades of the same color for a sophisticated and elegant look.

Bloom Time:

  • Continuous Color: Select a variety of perennials with different bloom times to ensure continuous color throughout the growing season. Aim for a mix of early, mid-season, and late bloomers.
  • Succession Planting: Plant perennials in succession to create a seamless transition of blooms.

Plant Height and Texture:

  • Visual Interest: Incorporate plants of different heights and textures to create visual interest. Use taller plants as backdrops, medium-height plants in the middle ground, and low-growing plants as borders or groundcovers.
  • Layering: Layer different heights and textures to create depth and dimension in your garden.
  • Form and Structure: Include plants with different growth habits, such as upright, mounding, or cascading, to add variety and interest.

Style and Theme:

  • Cottage Garden: Create a romantic and informal look with a mix of colorful, self-seeding perennials.
  • Formal Garden: Achieve a symmetrical and structured design with neatly trimmed hedges, geometric patterns, and formal plant arrangements.
  • Modern Garden: Use clean lines, bold colors, and minimalist plantings for a contemporary look.
  • Wildlife Garden: Attract pollinators and birds by planting a variety of native perennials that provide nectar, pollen, and seeds.

Maintenance:

  • Weeding: Regularly remove weeds to prevent competition for nutrients and water.
  • Mulching: Apply a layer of mulch around your plants to help retain moisture, suppress weeds, and regulate soil temperature.
  • Watering: Water deeply and less frequently to encourage deep root development.
  • Fertilizing: Fertilize your perennials in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.
  • Deadheading: Remove spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering and prevent self-seeding.
  • Division: Divide overgrown perennials every few years to rejuvenate them and prevent overcrowding.

2. Selecting Perennial Flowers:

  • For sunny locations:
    • Coneflowers (Echinacea): Hardy and long-blooming with a variety of colors.
    • Black-eyed Susans (Rudbeckia): Cheerful yellow flowers with dark centers.
    • Daylilies (Hemerocallis): Wide range of colors and bloom times.
    • Yarrow (Achillea): Feathery foliage and flat-topped flower clusters.
    • Catmint (Nepeta): Aromatic foliage and lavender-blue flowers that attract pollinators.
  • For shady locations:
    • Hostas: Known for their beautiful foliage in various colors and patterns.
    • Astilbe: Feathery plumes in shades of pink, red, and white.
    • Bleeding Hearts (Dicentra): Heart-shaped flowers in pink or white.
    • Coral Bells (Heuchera): Colorful foliage in shades of purple, bronze, and lime.
    • Ferns: Add texture and a touch of woodland charm.

3. Planting and Care:

Prepare the soil:

  • Clear the area: Remove any existing vegetation, rocks, and debris from the planting area.
  • Loosen the soil: Till the soil to a depth of 8-10 inches to improve drainage and aeration.
  • Amend the soil: Incorporate organic matter, such as compost or well-rotted manure, into the soil to improve its fertility and structure.

Plant the perennials:

  • Dig planting holes: Dig holes that are twice as wide and as deep as the root ball of the plant.
  • Loosen the roots: Gently loosen the roots of the plant to encourage root growth.
  • Place the plant in the hole: Position the plant in the hole so that the top of the root ball is level with the surrounding soil.
  • Backfill with soil: Fill the hole with the prepared soil, gently firming it around the roots.
  • Water thoroughly: Water the newly planted perennials deeply to settle the soil and help the roots establish.

Mulch the planting area:

  • Apply a layer of mulch: Spread a 2-3 inch layer of organic mulch, such as wood chips, bark chips, or straw, around the base of the plants.
  • Avoid mulching against the stems: Keep the mulch away from the stems of the plants to prevent rot.

Water regularly:

  • Water deeply and infrequently: Water your perennials deeply and less frequently, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Deep watering encourages deep root development.
  • Monitor soil moisture: Check the soil moisture regularly, especially during dry periods. Water when the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch.
  • Avoid overwatering: Overwatering can lead to root rot, so be careful not to water too often or too much.

Fertilize:

  • Fertilize in spring: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring to provide essential nutrients for the growing season.
  • Avoid over-fertilizing: Too much fertilizer can damage the plants, so follow the instructions on the fertilizer package.

Deadhead spent blooms:

  • Remove faded flowers: Regularly remove spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering and prevent self-seeding.
  • Cut back stems: Cut back the stems of perennials to the base of the plant after they have finished blooming.

Divide overgrown plants:

  • Divide in spring or fall: Divide overgrown perennials in early spring or late fall to rejuvenate them and create new plants.
  • Dig up the plant: Carefully dig up the entire plant, including the roots.
  • Divide the plant: Use a sharp knife or spade to divide the plant into smaller sections, each with healthy roots and shoots.
  • Replant the divisions: Plant the divisions in prepared planting holes, following the same steps as when planting new perennials.

4. Enjoying Your Perennial Garden:

  • Relax and appreciate the beauty: Take time to enjoy the fruits of your labor and the ever-changing display of colors and textures.
  • Attract pollinators and other beneficial insects: Plant a variety of flowers to attract bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and other beneficial insects. This will help to create a healthy and balanced ecosystem in your garden.
  • Cut flowers for bouquets: Bring the beauty of your garden indoors by creating arrangements with your favorite blooms.

With careful planning, thoughtful plant selection, and proper care, your perennial flower garden will provide years of beauty and enjoyment.