Introduction

If you’re looking for beautiful flowers that will return year after year, perennials are the way to go. Perennials are plants that grow from the same roots every year and can live for many years. They come in hundreds of different varieties, so it’s easy to find one that fits your needs and tastes.

What is a perennial flower?

A perennial is a plant that lives for more than two years. They are a great choice for your garden, because they provide beautiful flowers and foliage all year long.

If you’re going to invest in any one type of plant for your garden, perennials are the way to go. They don’t require much maintenance and will keep blooming year after year with very little work from you.

Perennials can be expensive (especially if you want to buy them locally), but on average, perennials are cheaper than annuals because they can be planted once and provide many years of enjoyment without replacement needs.

What kinds of perennials are there?

Perennials come in all shapes, sizes and colors. There are perennials that grow tall like sunflowers and perennials that stay low to the ground like lavender. Some have large leaves like asters, or tiny leaves like baby’s breath. Many have flowers on a stem above the foliage such as purple coneflower or yarrow. Some have flower clusters at the tips of branches (like mums), others are airy and delicate with no stem at all (like foxglove).

Other plants may be considered perennial but we tend to think of them as annuals because they die back each year after blooming: Creeping Phlox is one example—its blooms last only a few weeks but return year after year from the same root system; Shasta Daisies are another example—they grow new stems every spring but those stems don’t last past fall when they die back into storage roots until next spring when they start growing again.

Where can I find perennials?

Perennials can be found in just about any garden center or nursery, whether it’s your local hardware store, grocery store, or farmers market.

While they may not be as commonly sold in grocery stores and hardware stores as many annual flowers are (you’d have to drop by the local nursery for that), they’re still readily available at these places.

For example, if you’re looking for a certain type of perennial flower (say… lilies), then chances are good that there will be something similar to what you’re looking for at these types of stores.

What’s the difference between an annual and a perennial?

An annual is a plant that flowers for one season and then dies. A perennial, on the other hand, flowers for two or more years before its foliage turns brown and it dies back to the ground. When new growth emerges from the ground in springtime, it’s called “rooting” or “returning.” The term “perennial” comes from Latin: Perennis means “last all year through.”

How do I know if a plant is a perennial?

Perennials are plants that live for more than two years, and come back every year. They’re hardy, easy to care for, and beautiful! A perennial is a plant that will grow back each year. It’s not really different from a regular flower—the only difference is that they keep coming back every season instead of just blooming once or twice then dying off.

You can tell if something is a perennial by looking at the label it comes with: if it says “perennial” somewhere on there (e.g., “perennial flowering bulbs”), then you know that it’ll keep coming back every season!

How do I care for my perennial flowers?

• Watering: It’s important to water your perennials regularly, but not too much. Perennials should be watered deeply and then allowed to dry out between watering sessions. If the soil is always damp, the roots will stay wet, which can lead to root rot.
• Fertilizing: Perennials need fertilizer in order to grow strong and flourish for years to come. Fertilize with a balanced granular fertilizer according to label directions in early spring just as new growth begins (about once every two weeks), feeding again after blooming ends or when new growth begins in mid-to-late summer if growing conditions have been favorable throughout the year (once every three weeks).
• Insect control: If pests are an issue for you, try using organic pest control methods such as companion planting techniques (e.g., placing marigolds next to tomatoes) or spraying herbs with insecticidal soap spray (make sure you follow all safety precautions).
• Deadheading: Deadheading refers removing faded flowers from your plant so that it doesn’t produce seeds and expend energy on seed production instead of growth or producing more flowers later on in its life cycle; deadheading also helps keep plants looking tidy and attractive longer into summer! You can either snip off individual spent blooms with scissors or use pruning shears if there are lots of them at once — whatever works best for what type/size flower you’re working on cutting back; make sure each cut just above where petals meet stem so that no part of green leafy material still attached remains behind?

Are perennials the same as biennials?

The word perennial can be a bit confusing. Some people think it means “the same every year,” and others think it means “a flower that lives for 2 years.” So what’s the difference?

Biennials are plants that die after their second year. They grow vegetatively in the first year and bloom in their second year. Then they die, leaving behind only seeds. Peonies are biennials, for example—you must plant them every spring if you want to enjoy their flowers each summer (and autumn).

Perennial flowers come back from their roots each spring, so you don’t have to replant them every year (although some will benefit from dividing them at least once). You can grow perennials from seed or cuttings; many perennial seeds germinate easily outside or indoors on your kitchen windowsill during winter months.

How do I know where to put my perennials in the garden?

The placement of your perennials depends on the type of plant. Some perennials grow well in a sunny location, while others prefer a shadier spot.

Groups of similar plants are usually the best option for your garden. However, some flowers work well when planted alone or in small clusters. Here are some perennial flowers that grow well in different parts of the garden:

Can I grow perennials in pots or containers?

You can grow perennials in pots. You might want to do this if you don’t have space for a full garden, or if you are new to gardening and want to try your hand at it without investing too much time and energy into something that may not work out well.

You can also grow perennials in containers on porches, patios, balconies or rooftops (if you live on one). They are also sometimes called “pot plants” because they look like they belong there!

And last but not least: Perennials can be grown in the ground (or garden) as well if that’s more your style!

You can grow beautiful flowers that will return every year.

Perennial flowers are a great choice for your garden. They’re easy to grow, and come back every year.

If you have never tried growing perennials before, we hope this FAQ has helped you understand what they are and why they should be part of your garden. And don’t forget that perennial flowers can bring color to even the most difficult areas of your house.

Conclusion

Perennial flowers are a great way to have beautiful plants in your garden. They come back every year, so you get to enjoy the flowers for years and years. Perennials also tend to be easier than other plants because they don’t need as much care or attention as annuals do.