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Perennials For Tennessee
10 Best Perennials For Tennessee Gardens
|Tammy Sons
Tennessee gardeners are in a genuinely lucky position. The state sits at a natural crossroads of the Appalachian highlands, the Cumberland Plateau, and the lowland river basins — which means... Read more...
Perennial Flowers
The Best Perennial Flowers to Enhance Your Landscape
|Tammy Sons
The best perennial flowers are the best and will add to the scenery, long-term color, seasonal structure, and some guarantees of perfection every year. Perennial flowers for landscaping are stronger... Read more...
Vibrant purple chicory flowers: deer-resistant perennial for Tennessee backyards
Deer-Resistant Perennials for Tennessee Backyards
|Tammy Sons
One of the major problems that Tennessee gardeners encounter on a regular basis is how to make their landscapes beautiful and, at the same time, keep the deer out of... Read more...
Monarch butterfly on pink coneflower in lush shade garden
Shade Perennials That Keep Your Garden Green and Lush
|Tammy Sons
The development of a vibrant garden in the dark places may seem hard to create, but the shade perennials make it easy. These hardy plants will grow in the tree... Read more...
Vibrant yellow, purple, white irises in garden bed by stone wall for perennials
How to Plant Perennials for Long-Lasting Blooms
|Tammy Sons
Plant perennials in your garden and they will provide you years of beautiful constant color with little work. Perennials bloom season after season unlike annuals that need to be replanted... Read more...
Vibrant tiger lilies with dark spots and drooping petals for landscaping
How To Landscape with Tiger Lilies
|Tammy Sons
These remarkable plants can transform any garden into a vibrant and alluring oasis, attracting admiration from all who encounter them. Tiger lilies are an excellent choice for adding a touch... Read more...
White daisies with yellow centers blooming in perennial garden
Why Grow Perennials?
|Tammy Sons
Perennials are popular among gardeners because of their longevity, beauty, and low maintenance needs. Unlike annuals, which only survive for one season, perennials return year after year. This means you... Read more...
Purple lupine flowers in vibrant field amid lush green foliage for false indigo gardening
Gardening With False Indigo
|Tammy Sons
The False Indigo is a beautiful and versatile perennial plant that can add a touch of elegance and color to any landscape. With its stunning blue, purple, or yellow flowers... Read more...
Vibrant pink peonies in full bloom for warm season perennial gardens
Tips for Designing a Garden with Warm Season Perennials
|Tammy Sons
Do you want your garden to bloom every year during the height of the summer? If yes, incorporating stunning and easy-to-care plants like perennials could be the best way to... Read more...
Vibrant butterfly weed orange milkweed flowers with clustered blooms and green leaves
Exploring Butterfly Weed
|Tammy Sons
Butterfly Weed is a long-lasting, beautiful perennial that provides ecological benefits and aesthetic appeal and is a low-maintenance option for gardeners. Whether you plant it in the spring or fall,... Read more...
Bright yellow Ranunculus repens buttercups with delicate petals in lush foliage
Exploring Ranunculus Repens
|Tammy Sons
Ranunculus Repens is a versatile and robust perennial that can adapt to various garden conditions. Its ability to overwinter in the ground, tolerate light conditions, and spread quickly makes it... Read more...
Cluster of delicate Fleabane Daisy flowers with white petals and yellow centers
Exploring Fleabane Daisy
|Tammy Sons
Fleabane Daisy is a multifaceted plant that brings beauty, ecological benefits, and even some historical intrigue to the garden. Its ability to thrive in various conditions, return year after year,... Read more...
Bright yellow daffodils with trumpet petals blooming in vibrant field
Exploring Daffodil Plant
|Tammy Sons
Daffodils are a gardener's dream with their low maintenance requirements, ability to multiply naturally, and adaptability to various light conditions. Their cheerful blooms signal the arrival of spring, and with... Read more...
Vibrant blue cohosh berries clustered among green leaves on plant
Unique Blue Cohosh
|Tammy Sons
Blue Cohosh is a perfect addition to any shade garden. Its natural beauty, historical significance, and ease of care make it a versatile plant for cultivating a serene, woodland-inspired garden... Read more...
Vibrant purple Ajuga Reptans flowers with dark textured leaves
Exploring Ajuga Reptans
|Tammy Sons
Ajuga Reptans is a versatile, hardy, and visually striking plant that offers much more than meets the eye. Its vibrant foliage and colorful blooms provide year-round interest, while its spreading... Read more...
Vibrant Siberian iris with purple layered petals on green stems in garden
Exploring Siberian Iris
|Tammy Sons
Siberian irises are among your garden's most adaptable and low-maintenance blooming plants. The best time to plant Siberian iris is spring or late summer to early fall. By planting in... Read more...
Vibrant orange and yellow orange daylilies with ruffled petals
Exploring Orange Daylily
|Tammy Sons
Orange daylily is a beautiful addition to almost any garden. Its vibrant blooms, low-maintenance nature, and ability to return year after year make it a favorite among novice and experienced gardeners. Read more...
Dense variegated bugleweed leaves in green and reddish-purple hues
Exploring Bugleweed
|Tammy Sons
You can create a beautifully cohesive garden bed that remains visually appealing throughout the growing season by planting bugleweed in shady areas alongside shade-loving perennials like hostas, astilbes, and ferns.... Read more...
Vibrant goldenrod field swaying in breeze in Exploring Goldenrod
Exploring Goldenrod
|Tammy Sons
Goldenrod is a resilient, easy-to-grow perennial that rewards gardeners with vibrant displays year after year. Whether you plant it in full sun or tolerate shade in rich or poor soil, this... Read more...
Stella de oro daylily bright yellow ruffled blooms vibrant center
Exploring Stella De Oro Daylily
|Tammy Sons
Stella de Oro daylilies are the epitome of low-maintenance, long-blooming perennials, known for their adaptability and cheerful blooms. Read more...
Light purple chicory flowers blooming in field under blue sky
Exploring Chicory
|Tammy Sons
Chicory, a hardy perennial plant known for its striking blue flowers and resilience, has captured the interest of gardeners for its unique qualities. Read more...
Tiger lilies with orange petals, dark brown spots and curved edges
Exploring Tiger Lilies
|Tammy Sons
Tiger lilies are a showstopper in any garden, with vivid orange blossoms and black speckles. These striking perennials are typically planted in the fall, allowing bulbs to settle into the excellent soil... Read more...
Vibrant Maximilian sunflower cluster with yellow petals and brown centers
Exploring Maximilian Sunflower
|Tammy Sons
Whether you're looking to create a naturalized wildflower garden or want a low-maintenance plant that returns year after year, this sunflower delivers beauty and practicality. By planting Maximilian sunflowers, you're... Read more...
Cluster of white daisies with yellow centers in lush green foliage
Exploring Daisies
|Tammy Sons
Daisy plants are versatile and welcoming additions to any garden, offering vibrant beauty with minimal fuss. Whether you plant them in early spring or start from seed, these hardy flowers... Read more...
Pristine oxeye daisy with elongated white petals and yellow center
Exploring Oxeye Daisy
|Tammy Sons
The Oxeye Daisy (Leucanthemum vulgare) is a delightful wildflower that has graced fields, meadows, and gardens for centuries. With its simple yet striking white petals surrounding a golden center, this... Read more...
Vibrant purple blue vervain verbena flowers with green stems and dense blooms
Exploring Blue Vervain
|Tammy Sons
Blue vervain, or Verbena hastata, is a plant that delivers much more than just its sheer magnificence. A tall, slender wildflower with clusters of vivid purple-blue spikes, this plant is... Read more...
Delicate white yarrow flowers with pink centers in Exploring Yarrow
Exploring Yarrow
|Tammy Sons
Yarrow (Achillea millefolium) is a timeless perennial that has captivated gardeners for centuries. It is admired for its hardiness, beauty, and medicinal properties. With its fern-like foliage and clusters of... Read more...
Lush green and white-edged hosta with heart-shaped leaves and purple flowers
Growing Hostas
|Tammy Sons
Hostas are a timeless favorite in shade gardens, known for their large, lush leaves and various shapes, sizes, and colors. These versatile plants are perfect for filling spaces with bold... Read more...
White trillium flowers growing amid green leaves on brown foliage
White Trillium Is a Shade Perennial Worth Planting in Landscapes
|Tammy Sons
The White Trillium (Trillium grandiflorum) is a beautiful native wildflower that graces North America's forest floors, casting an ethereal glow in shaded woodlands. Known for its three-petaled white blooms, it... Read more...
Lush green Goat’s Beard bush with feathery white plumes
Growing Goat's Beard Plant
|Tammy Sons
Incorporating Goat's Beard into your garden can instantly elevate the aesthetics of your outdoor space. Its tall plumes of flowers are a visual delight and a boon to pollinators. The... Read more...
Deep maroon Red Trillium flowers with glossy green leaves amid fallen foliage
The Beauty and Mystery of Red Trillium
|Tammy Sons
The Red Trillium (Trillium erectum), also known as Wake Robin or Stinking Benjamin, is one of nature's treasures that offers an enchanting display in any shade garden. The plant adds... Read more...
Vibrant peach tulip amid Virginia bluebells and purple flowers
Shade Garden Perennial With Drooping Blue Blooms
|Tammy Sons
Virginia bluebells are a perennial favorite because of their timeless charm. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or new to planting native species, these resilient perennials are a delightful, fuss-free choice... Read more...
Vibrant hydrangea bush with pink, purple, blue blooms for pollinator gardens
Purple Passion: Native Plants for a Pollinator-Friendly Garden
|Tammy Sons
Purple flowers have a special allure, providing striking color while attracting beneficial insects to the garden. For those looking to embrace native plants, a selection of wildflowers, such as Wild... Read more...
The Charm of Native Yellow Flowers in Your Garden
|Tammy Sons
Native yellow flowers have long been cherished in gardens for their rich color and power to lure pollinators. Among them, Black-Eyed Susan, Wood Poppy, Evening Primrose, and Maximilian Sunflower are stunning options that beautify your landscape and create essential habitats for insects and wildlife. Read more...
Lush green artificial grass for shady areas with soft uniform texture
Which Plants Grow In The Shade
|Tammy Sons
Creating a stunning shade garden is a breathtaking artistic endeavor that requires meticulous thought and attention to every detail of plant selection, layout, and maintenance. A well-designed shade garden can... Read more...
Vibrant purple verbena flowers in growing blue vervain article
Growing and Harvesting Blue Vervain
|Tammy Sons
Blue vervain is a lovely perennial herb that has captured the attention of gardeners and herbal enthusiasts alike. Its vibrant blue-purple spikes of flowers, tall and elegant stature, and numerous... Read more...

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