Different Types of Perennial Plants for Landscaping

Perennial plants, also known as herbaceous perennials, have a unique trait. The flowers bloom during spring and

summer, and then wilt during autumn and winter. Afterwards, it’ll grow again during spring from its

rootstock. This cycle makes any perennial live for at least more than two years. This is why many homeowners

prefer this to be part of their landscape.

Here are some choices:

AnemoneThis delicate flower has slender

stems, making it look like it’s dancing when the wind blows. Many people call it a windflower, and it grows best in partial shade. Depending on the type, it blooms in spring, summer, and autumn and comes in colours pink or white.

Barren StrawberryThis bright yellow spring flower

has leaves that are similar to strawberry plants. It’s an ideal alternative for groundcover or edging plants. Its height is less than 12 inches and it can tolerate dry soil. Moreover, it grows quickly that it can cover banks and woodland paths in a few weeks.

CatmintIt’s among the toughest

species of perennials, as it can tolerate hot and dry weather. Its silvery leaves and blue flowers make it ideal for almost any season. It can grow from 12 inches to three feet. It’s best for households that own pet cats because it’s possible to make the landscape into their playground, which they can roll over.

DaylilyThis flower is easy to grow

even if it looks delicate. It blooms from leafless stems and comes in different colours, like blue, orange, pink, and red. It’s best to use for landscapes during spring and summer. It has a good scent, so many landscape contractors recommend it.

Evening PrimroseIts bright yellow, pink, or

white goblet-like petals are its best feature. It also has a good scent, especially when it fully blooms. It can tolerate dry soil and only needs low maintenance. In some cases, it can also attract birds to the landscape.

These are only some of the perennial plants that are ideal for landscape gardens. A landscape contractor may determine what

species are suitable depending on the property.

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Perennial Flowers - http://www.sunset.com/garden/flowers-plants/best-perennials-fall-planting

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