Are perennials high maintenance?
Is there such a thing as a low-maintenance perennial garden? The answer is yes if careful consideration is first given to plant choice and plant location. Matching the requirements of a plant to the characteristics of the site takes some planning, but will save hours of work in the garden. Unlike annuals, which complete their life cycle in one season, perennials return each year, providing a sense of permanence to your garden landscape. By carefully selecting and planting a variety of perennials, you can create a garden that’s never out of season.
What’s the best time to plant perennials?
Perennials are best planted in spring (march to early may) or autumn (late september to october), while the ground is moist. Barerooted plants these need to be planted at the optimum times, mentioned above. Late summer and fall are ideal times to plant perennials that flower in spring and early summer.