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Low-Maintenance Perennials
8 Low-Maintenance Perennials Wild-Type Gardens Need
|Tammy Sons
Not everyone wants a high-maintenance garden. In fact, most people do not. Between busy schedules, summer heat, and the genuine desire to spend time enjoying a garden rather than constantly... Read more...
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 pink coneflowers with orange centers in spring-blooming garden
The best spring-blooming perennials for colorful gardens
|Tammy Sons
Learn the secrets of bringing color, seasonal interest, and easy maintenance to any garden by means of spring-blooming perennials. These trustworthy plants bear fruit every year, and they offer beautiful... 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...
Pink Echinacea coneflowers with orange-brown centers in garden
Exploring the Echinacea Plant: Nature’s Colorful Powerhouse
|Tammy Sons
Echinacea's ability to adapt and thrive makes them a true asset to any garden. Whether your space is large or small, sunny or slightly shaded, they can bring beauty, resilience,... Read more...
Vibrant pink magnolia tree in full bloom, perfect Mothers Day gift
Bloom with Love: The Best Plants for Mother's Day Gifts
|Tammy Sons
Searching for the perfect Mother’s Day gift that truly blossoms? This year, give Mom something she’ll actually like: a bare root plant! Plants make for thoughtful gifts that bring lasting... 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...
North American wildflower Shooting Star with delicate pink flowers and yellow centers
North American Wildflower: Shooting Star
|Tammy Sons
Whether planted in a wildflower garden, alongside other shade-loving perennials, or as part of a native plant collection, the Shooting Star will light up the garden with its elegant, unique... 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...
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...
Painted trillium flower with pink center amid green leaves
The Painted Trillium: Nature's Brushstroke
|Tammy Sons
Among the woodland treasures gardeners adore, Painted Trillium (Trillium undulatum) is a stunning and delicate beauty. This native wildflower, with its white petals accented by a vivid red or purple... Read more...
Hepatica cluster of delicate purple five-petal flowers with yellow centers
Hepatica: An Enchanting Beauty
|Tammy Sons
Hepatica is a beloved spring-blooming plant that brings early-season color to the forest floor and garden beds with its dainty star-shaped flowers and lush foliage. Often referred to as liverwort... Read more...
Delicate white bloodroot flower with six slender petals and yellow center
The Delicate Beauty of Bloodroot
|Tammy Sons
Bloodroot, known scientifically as Sanguinaria canadensis, is a wildflower enchants gardeners with its delicate white petals and unique heart-shaped leaves. This perennial native to North America has been admired for... 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...
Delicate white black butterfly on blazing star flower
Enhancing Your Landscape with Blazing Star
|Tammy Sons
Adding vibrant and eye-catching plants can transform the overall ambiance, whether you have a small garden, a spacious backyard, or a sprawling estate. One such plant that can bring elegance... Read more...
Beige leather lounge chairs with metal frames on patterned rug in outdoor patio oasis
Creating Your Perfect Outdoor Oasis
|Tammy Sons
A well-designed outdoor living area filled with plants enhances the aesthetics of your surroundings and creates a serene retreat.  Read more...
Pink coneflowers with dark brown centers bloom long among green foliage and purple perennials
Long-Blooming Perennials Provide Extended Beauty
|Tammy Sons
 As they stand firm and vibrant year after year, they remind us of the enduring magic that the natural world shares with us. Read more...
Black and yellow swallowtail butterfly on red zinnia in pollinator garden
How To Create a Pollinator Garden
|Tammy Sons
Creating a pollinator garden is a beautiful way to support local ecosystems, promote biodiversity, and help sustain important pollinator species such as bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. By providing a welcoming... Read more...
Vibrant orange and white perennial flowers by wooden arched bridge over calm water
16 Flowering perennials for your outdoor space
|Tammy Sons
Why buy flowering perennials? Flowering perennials will bloom yearly and most on this list are very low-maintenance. Perennials are more cost-effective than single-year annuals or biennials. Also, many of these... Read more...
Vibrant purple and yellow perennial flowers in lush garden bed
Perennial plants live for multiple growing seasons
|Tammy Sons
Although their tops often die back after they pass their flowering season, their roots are still very much alive, and they send up shoots the following spring. These plants have... Read more...
Winding stone path through lush perennial garden with yellow flowers
Annual vs. Perennial: What’s the Difference?
|Tammy Sons
Annuals vs. perennials. It can be difficult to remember which is which. Simply put: annuals live for one year whereas perennials return year after year. Read on to see which... Read more...
Vibrant hanging basket overflowing with colorful petunias in purple, pink, red, yellow, white
Delight in Colorful Hanging Baskets: A Complete Guide
|Tammy Sons
Hanging baskets help to bring that extra pinch of life to your outdoor, garden, or patio space. They come in various flowers, colors, shapes, and sizes, making your outdoor space... Read more...

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