Perennials Inspiration

10 Easy Perennials for Shady Gardens

Combining different leaf textures, shapes and colors adds a new dimension of design opportunities. Discover ten easy-care favorites for the shade.

10 Easy Perennials for Sunny Gardens

Sun-loving perennials are the backbone of most flower gardens. Once planted, they return to bloom again each year.

Attract Butterflies with Liatris (video)

Butterflies can't resist the fuzzy, amethyst purple flowers of liatris. Make your garden a butterfly haven by planting these easy, native perennials.

Best Ferns for Gardens and Landscapes

Ferns are easy to grow, long-lived perennials that require almost zero care. Learn where to plant them and which types to consider for your home and garden.

Best Ground Covers for Shade

Ground covers can make shady yards and gardens more attractive and easier to maintain. Learn about eight perennial ground covers that thrive in the shade.

Best Perennials for Late Summer Color

By August, many flower gardens are past their prime. Overcome this end of season slump by including perennials that don’t start blooming until late summer.

Best Perennials for Spring Gardens

Get a jump on spring with these easy and reliable spring-blooming perennials. They flower early and are excellent partners for spring bulbs such as daffodils, fritillaria and scilla.

How To Get Creative With Hostas

Hostas are elegant, long-lived plants that offer an exciting palette of sizes, colors and textures. Learn about some creative ways to use them in your yard and garden.

Landscaping With Daylilies

Few plants can rival the daylily for toughness, adaptability and easy care. These hard-working, summer-blooming perennials can be used to solve all sorts of landscaping challenges.

Best Ground Covers for Sun

Ground covers can be beautiful as well as incredibly useful, especially in hot, dry areas that are difficult to mow.

Best Companion Plants for Hostas

Hostas are beautiful on their own, but look even better when you pair them with other shade-loving perennials.