In this plant guide, we’ve collected 10 perennials that will thrive in cold zone 3 gardens. Zone 3 has average cold temperatures of 30°F to -40°F, although Zone 3 often has much colder temperatures than the average. Perennials are wonderful plants since most will bloom year after year. Here are 10 perennial plant ideas for a zone […]

Are you tired of the deer eating your plants in your garden? Well, I know that it annoyed me, so I decided to find some deer-resistant perennial that will not be as tempting to deer. Of course, these plants will not harm the deer if they eat them, and they still may try, but the […]

Wisconsin is a snowy area of the country that has bitter cold winters. In addition to this, the summers are hot in this part of the country, so some plants may have trouble adjusting to the extreme temperatures. When my sister moved to this area of the country, we had a hard time finding perennials […]

Recently, I had a friend of mine move to North Carolina, and she was having trouble keeping her perennials alive when she planted them. This was mainly because the plants that she put in her garden could not handle the hot summer heat that is common in this state, so the plants had trouble growing […]

Because of the colder climate that you find in Michigan, it can be difficult to plant a successful garden in the state. Not all plants will be able to survive the cold winter temperatures, especially if they are perennials that are designed to go dormant during the colder time of year and come back to […]

Evergreen perennials are a beautiful option that will bring a splash of bright color to your garden throughout the year. They do not need to be cut back when the weather gets cold to continue growing, and they require very little care during the winter months. I have found that my garden has been lacking […]

I love perennials, but finding hardy options that can grow in the hardiness zone where I live can be very difficult. I live in the northeastern part of the country, and having plants that can survive the winter without having to be replanted each year is a great advantage, especially when having a thriving garden […]

Fall blooming plants are a beautiful addition to any garden. Most of the plants that I grow tend to bloom in the spring and the summer of the year. When trying to expand my garden space and make it more colorful throughout the seasons, I found some brightly colored plants that start blooming at the […]

If you love having plants that will last for a long time, then you need to add perennials to your garden. These plants will live for more than 2 years, creating a beautiful landscape in your garden or backyard. Zone 8 Plants The USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map is the guideline that you should follow […]

Zone 6 is one of the 13 hardiness zones of the USA. This zone has average cold temperatures from -10°F to 0°F so you should make sure that you’re picking plants that will withstand this temperature range. Types of Perennials that Grow in Zone 6 Perennials are plants that will bloom year after year. Those […]

Florida has a unique climate that is unlike any other in the country. The levels of humidity and heat can provide challenges to gardeners that are seeking to find the best flowers and plants for their gardens. If you have attempted to plant specific plants and haven’t seen success or have faced challenges due to […]

Border flowers are an important, exciting part of your landscaping. Any gardener will tell you that the addition of border flowers spruce up your entire yard and landscape. However, it’s important to be a little picky about what flowers you choose to use as border flowers. You’ll want to be strategic about the layout of […]

If you have a garden space that is anything like mine, it is likely that you have some space that has harder soil that is difficult to incorporate into your garden. You could grow grass in those areas, but to help create a fuller garden atmosphere, it is an even better idea to cover these […]

Did you know that plants that grow in hardiness zone five cannot often survive in temperatures that fall below -15 to -20 degrees Fahrenheit? The area that is part of zone five is not the coldest area of the country, but it is not an area that stays warm through every season. If you live […]

A dear friend of mine recently moved from a warm climate on the coast to a cooler climate where the temperature is much lower. Their new home is actually in zone four, and she was having a difficult time keeping her plants alive. I put together this guide to help others who are in the […]

When you’re adding more flowers to your garden space, you’re going to want to add some colorful blooms to your layout that will come up year after year. I have created a new garden space, and I have decided to make it full of orange flowering perennials. It took me a little bit of time […]

White is a delicate, lovely color that is associated with purity, goodness, innocence, and perfection. White is also said to go with absolutely everything. This may be one of the reasons why white flowers are prized by gardeners, with their delicate blooms naturally making every other shade of flower appear brighter and more vivid next […]

Blue is a soothing color that evokes a feeling of calm, tranquility and elegance when added to any garden. Blue is the most common color chosen as a favorite shade by both men and women, yet blue flowers still remain fairly rare, making them a treasure for any gardener. The beautiful perennials below will add […]

When you lay out your garden, remember to create a flower-scape with perennials of varying height to create a truly stunning effect that will amplify the beauty of every plant in the garden. Flowers that stand a few feet in height are treasured by gardeners, especially those desiring the ambiance of a cottage garden or […]

Finding perennials that grow well in containers can be difficult; however, if you can find a good mixture of plants that are easy to grow, you can make a colorful display. In this guide, we are going to look at several options that grow well in containers, so you will be able to find plants […]