Herbaceous perennials

Looking for some lovely perennial flowers to plant in fall? You’re in luck! Most herbaceous perennial flowering plants do very well when planted in the fall when the soil is warm and nighttime temperatures cool down a bit. Fall planting allows roots to become established in the soil before winter, g…

Goat’s Beard is an easy to grow herbaceous perennial, with an interesting airy bloom. Similar in appearance to Astilbe, which is known as False Goat’s Beard, true Goat’s Beard grows much bigger and taller if growing the species plant. Learn how to grow Goat’s Beard to enjoy this spectacular plant in your own garden!

Plant these herbs once, enjoy forever! Discover 10 perennial herbs plus 2 prolific self-seeders for a lush herb garden that returns year after year. Perfect for gardeners of all skill levels, perennial herbs making gardening a total, hassle-free joy that saves you both time and money. Get planting tips, suggested uses, and USDA zone information, all at SproutedGarden.com.

Herbaceous borders feature in many of our gardens, where space and time allow. They were originally introduced as a garden feature during the Victorian period as new perennial plant species were introduced and the growing and planting out of bedding plants every season fell out of fashion. A mainstream of great country gardens, herbaceous borders have […]

From deep violets to soft lavenders, purple perennials are the heartthrobs of the garden world. Discover our 15 must-have plants by clicking through and don’t forget to follow us for more gardening tips and tricks.

Create an outstanding perennial border - expert tips on how to choose and partner the right perennial plants for your garden

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Fill your beds with bold blooms like yarrow and salvia that flower for months—these perennials are summer stars! Tap to explore the full list.

Create a serene and elegant shade garden with the best tall shade plants, including ornamental grasses and tall shrubs that thrive in low-light environments. Discover a variety of shade-loving perennial flowers and tall privacy plants to enhance your outdoor space. Incorporate graceful ornamental grasses for landscaping to add texture and movement to your garden design. Explore the perfect mix of flowering plants that bloom in the shade, creating a peaceful sanctuary in even the darkest…

The spectacle of the Double Herbaceous Borders at RHS Wisley at the height of summer! I definitely have Border Envy though I appreciate how much work goes into this long-lasting display. Such healt…

These are the 17 perennials you don’t want in your garden. Having a beautiful and thriving garden is the dream of every gardener. However, selecting the right perennials for your garden is crucial in ensuring its success. Perennials You Don’t Want in Your Garden While there are countless stunning perennials to choose from, there are...

A comparison of the Astrantia we grow, linked to pictures of them growing in the garden and our online shop.

From gardener neglect to unpredictable weather, these selections can take a hit. Find five hardy native perennials here.

Geranium phaeum - Full sun, part shade, full shade ( also ok in dry shade) - HxS 0.5-1m x 0.1-0.5m