Discover the secrets to thriving perennial gardening with our comprehensive guide, designed to empower both new and experienced gardeners alike. From easy-to-grow varieties and sun-loving plants to shade dwellers and stunning climbers, we cover all you need to know for a vibrant garden year-round. Join the journey to create a dynamic and resilient landscape that not only enhances your outdoor space but also delights the senses with beautiful blooms and delicious produce.
Flourishing Starts • We answer common questions about how to successfully grow perennials and leverage their array of colors, shapes, and textures to create a beautiful garden escape.
Smart Picks • Follow this guide to select great perennials that are easy to grow and suit an array of garden looks.
Sunny Side • Want to pick the right perennials for garden areas that soak in the sun’s rays? Check out these sunshine-loving plantings and dig into tips on how to make the most of a sunny site.
Stay Cool • Invite intrigue into the parts of your garden that thrive in the shadows with perennials that love the shadier side.
Resilient by Design • Landscape designer Karen Chapman overcomes the challenges of deer, drought, and a hectic schedule to create her dream garden on her 5-acre property in Duvall, Washington.
Powerhouses • Whether you want knockout early spring color—think grape hyacinths, daffodils, and tulips—or a summer show from lilies and dahlias, bulbs can wow year after year in the right climates.
Forever Roses • Roses are garden staples. Maybe that’s because they’ve been around for 35 million years. Or because breeders in the last couple of centuries have created an abundance of colors, bloom sizes, heights, widths, and thornless varieties. Whether old or new, they weave a romantic note into a garden.
Fantastic Climbers • Vining perennial plants soar to great heights, bringing color, texture, and charm up high.
Grow Big in Pots • Liven up a pocket-size space, a tight corner by an entry, a seating area, or garden bed with a container planted with perennials that will pique interest.
A Garden for all Seasons • The right mix of perennials and ornamental grasses makes for a multisensory experience in this garden, spring through winter.
Tasty Touch • Lush beds and borders can include delicious perennials, too. Plant herbs and small-space fruits to join the border party. They will return year after year in the right growing conditions.
Perennial Gardening: Your Guide To Discovering Perennials' Lasting Beauty
Perennial Gardening