One of the best things about perennials is that many of them have long bloom periods, offering vibrant colors from spring ...

One more reason to plant perennials is the wide range of available choices. You can find species that will thrive in wet or ...

Many of the best Aster varieties are late-blooming, producing daisy-like flowers long into October and even November. Asters ...

Purple and white penstemon blooms in a garden - Alex Manders/Shutterstock Who doesn't love a long-blooming, low-maintenance perennial with showy blooms that tolerates drought? Every gardener needs ...

Witch hazel scent does vary, from aromatic to chemical cleaner, so it’s a good idea to buy and sniff a flowering plant from a reputable nursery such as Ashwood Nurseries. Witch hazels are best planted ...

Perennials grow slowly and intently, and they can get their best work done during the cooler ... These plants love the heat and have a long bloom season. Stagg advises sticking to smooth-leaved ...