What is the best low maintenance perennial plant?
Hostas Hostas are the easy perennials for lazy gardeners that comes in a variety of sizes and colors. They are known for their ability to thrive in shade and require little watering once established. Hostas also require minimal pruning and can be left alone for years without any issues. Hostas are reliable long-lived perennials in most regions (Zones 3 to 9). When planted in the right spot and cared for properly, they will come back year after year, often getting bigger and better with each season.