Perennial Plants
Perennial plants come back year after year, filling your borders and pots with lasting colour, height and texture. Our tip for 2024: bright colours are back! We’re talking vibrant reds, pinks, oranges, blues and yellows in the same border - try big, bold varieties like osteospermum and echinacea, as well as bi-coloured flowers. The other trend we’re seeing is for traditional gardens with a vintage look - think trained fruit trees, rambling roses and growing your own cut flowers.
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Meet Jack
Perennials born in Herefordshire, blooming in your garden
Our perennials start life in the rolling Herefordshire hills, where Jack and his team trial over 250 new varieties each year to bring you the best performing and most sustainable plants in the UK. With over forty years of excellence, it’s no surprise that they’ve won the HTA Plant Grower of the Year award two years running.
Perennials FAQs
What is a perennial plant and how are they different from annual and biennial plants?
A perennial plant is one that lives for more than two years and returns each growing season. Unlike annuals, which have a one-season life cycle and biennials, which have a two-year life cycle, perennials live for several years, regrowing from the same roots and often producing flowers and seeds each year.
When is the best time to plant perennials?
Perennials are best planted in early autumn or early spring, when the weather is mild and the plants have time to establish their roots before being exposed to harsh winter conditions.
How do I care for perennial plants during winter?
Mulch around the base of perennial plants to insulate roots, cut back dead foliage, and protect vulnerable plants with hessian or other covers such as horticultural fleece during the winter.
Can I grow perennials in containers?
Yes, perennials can be grown in containers! This is a very common way to display perennials in a garden. For successful container gardening with perennials, use a large enough pot, well-draining soil, and adequate watering and sunlight.
What are some common perennial flowers for beginners?
Lavender, Geranium, Sedum, Rudbeckia, and Echinacea are common perennial flowers for absolute beginners. They are hardy, low-maintenance, and adaptable to a wide range of growing conditions.
Can I divide my perennial plants, and when is the best time to do it?
Perennial plants can be divided. The best time to do it is usually in early spring or autumn, when the plant is not in active growth and can recover more easily. Find further guidance on how to divide your perennial plants.
