Annuals and Perennials
Seasonal and returning flowering plants for beds, borders, containers, and pollinator gardens.
Annuals complete their life cycle quickly. Perennials return from roots, crowns, bulbs, rhizomes, or woody bases.
Annuals
Section titled “Annuals”| Kind | Examples | Uses |
|---|---|---|
| Bedding annuals | Petunia, impatiens, marigold, pansy | Seasonal color, containers |
| Cutting annuals | Zinnia, cosmos, sunflower, celosia | Bouquets and pollinators |
| Cool-season annuals | Sweet pea, calendula, stock | Mild winter or spring display |
| Warm-season annuals | Basil, amaranth, nasturtium, tithonia | Summer growth and color |
Perennials
Section titled “Perennials”| Kind | Examples | Uses |
|---|---|---|
| Herbaceous perennials | Salvia, peony, hosta, daylily | Borders and recurring plantings |
| Bulbs and geophytes | Tulip, daffodil, dahlia, canna | Seasonal flushes |
| Evergreen perennials | Heuchera, hellebore, agapanthus | Year-round foliage in suitable climates |
| Native perennials | Milkweed, coneflower, kangaroo paw | Habitat and climate fit |
Care Pattern
Section titled “Care Pattern”Annuals need regular feeding and watering because they grow fast. Perennials need placement for mature size and occasional division, pruning, or seasonal cleanup.