{"id":5312,"date":"2023-07-04T18:09:34","date_gmt":"2023-07-04T11:09:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loudhdtv.com\/?p=5312"},"modified":"2023-07-04T18:09:34","modified_gmt":"2023-07-04T11:09:34","slug":"why-to-plant-both-in-your-garden","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loudhdtv.com\/?p=5312","title":{"rendered":"Why To Plant Both in Your Garden"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-3711241968723425\"\r\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"drop-cap text-big text-gray\"> <span class=\"drop-cap__first text-dropcap \">A<\/span>s much as we love our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/move-indoor-plants-outside\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/move-indoor-plants-outside\/\">indoor house plants<\/a>, now that the weather is warming up and flowers are popping up everywhere we look, we can\u2019t help but get excited about the many blooms in view. Though, it undeniably brings up the age-old debate: annual vs. perennial plants. What&#8217;s the difference and how to do you plant and care for both?<\/div>\n<p>If you\u2019re at a loss, you\u2019re not alone. Many people aren\u2019t aware of the definitions, let alone the differences, between annuals and perennials. In short, it all comes down to flowers that come back every year and, well, those that <em>don\u2019t<\/em>.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe biggest difference between annual and perennial plants is that annual plants live for one growing season, while perennial plants regrow for multiple seasons,\u201d says Rebecca Sears, CMO and resident green thumb at <a href=\"https:\/\/clicks.trx-hub.com\/xid\/leafgroup_ca5e0_wellgood?q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.anrdoezrs.net%2Fclick-100155342-15017819%3Fsid%3DSTMSLS-1083723%26url%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fferrymorse.com%252F&amp;p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wellandgood.com%2Fannual-vs-perennial-plants%2F&amp;event_type=click\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/ferrymorse.com\/\">Ferry-Morse<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>While your first instinct may be to assume that plants that return year after year are the clear choice, gardening experts actually recommend a combination of the two for the most stunning garden.<\/p>\n<div class=\"related-content \" style=\"\" data-module-init=\"related-content\" data-module-immediate=\"\" v-cloak=\"\">\n<div class=\"related-content__wrapper \" v-cloak=\"\" :class=\"{'is-loaded':isLoaded}\">\n<p> <span class=\"inline pr-6 text-seafoam-dark\">Related Stories<\/span> <\/p>\n<p> <related-content class=\"related-content__links\" parent-article-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/annual-vs-perennial-plants\/\" current-title=\"Annual vs. Perennial Plants: Here\u2019s Why Both Deserve a Spot in Your Garden\" current-image=\"annual-vs-perennial-425x285.jpg\" v-on:parsely-posts-loaded=\"onPostsLoaded\" start-date=\"2023-01-04\" tag=\"div\" inline-template=\"\" url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/annual-vs-perennial-plants\/\" secret=\"w5ztterVB03LGZJLfXS0hf3EvQBuFFIWew9hmVQxthU\" apikey=\"wellandgood.com\" limit=\"3\"> <\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"related-content__card mb-[10px] sm:mb-[20px]\" :class=\"{'related-content__card--full':posts.length === 1}\" v-for=\"(post, key) in posts\"> <a v-on:click.prevent=\"trackLinkGA($event, key)\" :href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/annual-vs-perennial-plants\/post.url\" data-url-source=\"related-content\" class=\"related-content__link\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"\"> <\/p>\n<div class=\"related-content__card--image bg-tan\" :style=\"{ backgroundImage: 'url(' + post.image_url + ')' }\"> <img decoding=\"async\" :src=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/annual-vs-perennial-plants\/post.image_url\" :alt=\"post.title\" class=\" js-inline-lazy-load\" src=\"\"\/> <\/div>\n<p> <\/a>  <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p> <\/related-content> <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>\u201cBoth annuals and perennials deserve a spot in your garden,\u201d says <a href=\"https:\/\/myplantin.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/myplantin.com\/\">PlantIn<\/a> resident botanist Lotte Berendsen. \u201cEspecially with so many beautiful plants to grow, you don\u2019t want to miss out on either variety.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Speaking of varieties, below you\u2019ll find 23 beginner-friendly annual and perennial flowers to incorporate into your garden.<\/p>\n<h2>Annual flowers<\/h2>\n<p>Annual flowers are known for their bright colors and quick blooms. \u201cAnnuals are often beautiful, showy flowers that grow from bulbs or seeds,\u201d Berendsen says. \u201cThey bloom during the [spring and] summer, then die in winter, and must be replaced yearly.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The upside of growing annuals is that they give you the opportunity to explore different color palettes and varieties. \u201cGrowing annuals can also allow gardeners to temporarily fill bare spots within their garden without committing long term,\u201d Sears says.\u00a0The downside of annual flowers is that they can require a bit more work at the start of each season. \u201cBut their quickness to bloom and ability to continue blooming for extended periods of time make the extra watering and maintenance worth it,\u201d she says.<\/p>\n<p>Looking to add some to your garden? Consider the easy-to-grow varieties\u2014recommended directly by our gardening experts\u2014below.<\/p>\n<h3>Calibrachoa<\/h3>\n<p><figure id=\"attachment_1083269\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1083269\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1083269 size-medium js-inline-lazy-load\" alt=\"Calibrachoa\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/calibrachoa-1-600x400_falsexfalse_true_70.webp\"\/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1083269\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Getty Images\/ Akchamczuk<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIf you want to add hanging baskets to your garden, calibrachoa trail beautifully, offering vibrant flowers that bloom from late spring to early frost,\u201d Sears says. \u201cThese flowers grow best in full sun and moist soil, so be sure to water them once the top inch of soil feels dry.\u201d<\/p>\n<h3>Canna lilies<\/h3>\n<p><figure id=\"attachment_1083275\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1083275\" style=\"width: 604px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-1083275 js-inline-lazy-load\" alt=\"Canna lily\" width=\"604\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/canna-lily-604x400_falsexfalse_true_70.webp\"\/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1083275\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Getty Images\/ Simon McGill<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p>\n<p>\u201cCanna lilies are stunning flowers that can be grown annually anywhere in the world,\u201d Berendsen says. \u201cThey must be kept moist during their growing season from summer to fall and enjoy frequent fertilization.\u201d<\/p>\n<h3>Celosias<\/h3>\n<p><figure id=\"attachment_1083279\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1083279\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-1083279 js-inline-lazy-load\" alt=\"Celosia\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/celosias-600x400_falsexfalse_true_70.webp\"\/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1083279\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Getty Images\/ Photos from Japan, Asia, and Other Parts of the World<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThese unique, feathery blooms will bring color and texture into any garden,\u201d Berendsen says. \u201cThey come in many colors, making finding a bloom that matches your garden plan easy. Like most flowers, celosias enjoy full sun and frequent watering.\u201d<\/p>\n<h3>Cosmos<\/h3>\n<p><figure id=\"attachment_1083289\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1083289\" style=\"width: 601px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-1083289 js-inline-lazy-load\" alt=\"Cosmos\" width=\"601\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/cosmos-601x400_falsexfalse_true_70.webp\"\/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1083289\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Getty Images\/ Boyloso<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p>\n<p>\u201cCosmos is a plant that produces bountiful blooms perfect for cutting,\u201d Sears says. \u201cThe frilly leaves create a casual, cottage-garden look. Once established, you will not need to water your cosmos plants unless there is a prolonged drought, or they are grown in containers.\u201d<\/p>\n<h3>Lobelias<\/h3>\n<p><figure id=\"attachment_1083291\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1083291\" style=\"width: 620px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-1083291 js-inline-lazy-load\" alt=\"Lobelia\" width=\"620\" height=\"398\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/lobelia-620x398_falsexfalse_true_70.webp\"\/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1083291\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Getty Images\/ Reiko Zoe T.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIf you have garden beds that require some color, and blue happens to be your favorite color, consider adding lobelias,\u201d Berendsen says. \u201cThey can grow anywhere from full sun to partial shade and require moist soil as most plants do.\u201d<\/p>\n<h3>Marigold<\/h3>\n<p><figure id=\"attachment_1083297\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1083297\" style=\"width: 603px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-1083297 js-inline-lazy-load\" alt=\"Marigold\" width=\"603\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/marigold-1-603x400_falsexfalse_true_70.webp\"\/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1083297\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Getty Images\/ LeliaSpb<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p>\n<p>\u201cGreat for edging, window boxes, or containers, marigolds thrive in partial shade and only require watering once per week, or slightly more often when temperatures are higher in the summer months,\u201d Sears says.<\/p>\n<h3>Nasturtium<\/h3>\n<p><figure id=\"attachment_1083323\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1083323\" style=\"width: 598px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-1083323 js-inline-lazy-load\" alt=\"Nasturtium\" width=\"598\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/nasturtium-1-598x400_falsexfalse_true_70.webp\"\/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1083323\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Getty Images\/ By Eve Livesey<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThese fragrant flowers blossom in a beautiful variety of colors, growing best when watered sparingly with access to full sunlight,\u201d Sears says.<\/p>\n<h3>Petunias<\/h3>\n<p><figure id=\"attachment_1083303\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1083303\" style=\"width: 533px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-1083303 js-inline-lazy-load\" alt=\"Petunia\" width=\"533\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/petunia-533x400_falsexfalse_true_70.webp\"\/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1083303\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Getty Images\/ Ali Majdfar<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p>\n<p>\u201cPetunias provide vividly-colored blooms throughout the gardening season,\u201d Sears says. \u201cThey\u2019re available in an array of colors and trailing habits. They love full sun but are otherwise undemanding.\u201d For best results, she says to water thoroughly once a week.<\/p>\n<h3>Poppies<\/h3>\n<p><figure id=\"attachment_1083305\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1083305\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-1083305 js-inline-lazy-load\" alt=\"Poppy\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/poppy-600x400_falsexfalse_true_70.webp\"\/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1083305\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Getty Images\/ Bgfoto<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThese funky, red blooms thrive in well-drained soil and don\u2019t need to be watered much,\u201d Berendsen says. \u201cOnce a week during the growing season will do the trick.\u201d Pro tip: \u201cTo get the most out of your poppies, deadhead them after blooming,\u201d Berendsen says. \u201cThis way, they will produce new blooms, and you can enjoy them for longer.\u201d<\/p>\n<h3>Sunflowers<\/h3>\n<p><figure id=\"attachment_1083307\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1083307\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-1083307 js-inline-lazy-load\" alt=\"Sunflower\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/sunflower-600x400_falsexfalse_true_70.webp\"\/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1083307\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Getty Images\/ Rapeepong Puttakumwong<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p>\n<p>\u201cPerfect for tall, blooming backyards and screens for unsightly places, sunflowers require about an inch of water per week, as well as six to eight hours of direct sunlight per day, but are a beautiful, classic addition to any garden,\u201d Sears says.<\/p>\n<h3>Zinnia<\/h3>\n<p><figure id=\"attachment_1083311\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1083311\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-1083311 js-inline-lazy-load\" alt=\"Zinnia\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/zinnia-600x400_falsexfalse_true_70.webp\"\/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1083311\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Getty Images\/ Cyndi Monaghan<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p>\n<p>\u201cZinnias are bright, vibrant flowers that are perfect when cut for bouquets,\u201d Sears says. \u201cThey require full sunlight and moist soil to grow their best, making it essential to water deeply a few times a week.\u201d<\/p>\n<h2>Perennial flowers<\/h2>\n<p>While annuals have a short lifespan, perennials come back every year, typically for 10 to 20 years. \u201cMany gardeners look at perennial flowers as a great investment, as they return year after year and offer additional benefits such as creating welcoming habitats for local pollinators,\u201d Sears says.<\/p>\n<p>In addition to blooming for years to come, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/perennial-herbs\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/perennial-herbs\/\">perennial herbs<\/a> and flowers are also very <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/easy-care-perennials\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/easy-care-perennials\/\">easy to care for<\/a>. \u201cOnce they\u2019re planted, they will continue to grow with limited maintenance for multiple seasons,\u201d Sears says. \u201cThough that\u2019s not to say that perennials require no care, as the occasional pruning can go a long way to encourage new growth and lead to fuller plants.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Where annuals can be grown all over the country and world, Berendsen says that perennials require being planted in a climate where they can thrive. \u201cWhen choosing perennials for your garden, ensure your plants can grow in your <a href=\"https:\/\/planthardiness.ars.usda.gov\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/planthardiness.ars.usda.gov\/\">USDA Hardiness Zone<\/a>, otherwise, they will inevitably freeze to death,\u201d she says.<\/p>\n<p>There are two downsides of perennials. For starters, depending on the flower, the blooms can last anywhere from just two to three weeks (so significantly shorter than even annuals) for up to three months. While three months of color is great, it\u2019s a bummer when blooms are super short-lived. What\u2019s more, since perennials don\u2019t die at frost, they require care during winter in order to look their best come spring. \u201cThey usually need additional pruning, winter protection care, and pest prevention, which is something to keep in mind,\u201d Berendsen says.<\/p>\n<p>Ready to fill your garden with never-ending blooms? Berendsen and Sears share their top picks, below.<\/p>\n<h3>Beebalm (Monarda didyma)<\/h3>\n<p><figure id=\"attachment_1083339\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1083339\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-1083339 js-inline-lazy-load\" alt=\"Beebalm\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/beebalm-600x400_falsexfalse_true_70.webp\"\/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1083339\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Getty Images\/ Annie Otzen<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p>\n<p>\u201cBeebalm is a beautiful plant to add to a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/easy-to-grow-wildflowers\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/easy-to-grow-wildflowers\/\">wildland garden<\/a> or flower bed,\u201d Berendsen says. \u201cWhat I particularly love about this plant is that it, as its name suggests, attracts pollinators like bees, but also hummingbirds and butterflies.\u201d Just keep in mind that it blooms best in perpetually wet soil. \u201cSo make sure to keep it watered throughout the dry, hot summer months,\u201d she says.<\/p>\n<h3>Butterfly weed<\/h3>\n<p><figure id=\"attachment_1083345\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1083345\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-1083345 js-inline-lazy-load\" alt=\"Butterfly weed\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/butterfly-weed-1-600x400_falsexfalse_true_70.webp\"\/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1083345\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Getty Images\/ John Brueske<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAttract beautiful butterflies to your garden with these perennials,\u201d Sears says. \u201cAlthough the plant requires full sunlight, low soil moisture is needed for them to thrive, meaning you won\u2019t need to water them frequently.\u201d<\/p>\n<h3>Carnation<\/h3>\n<p><figure id=\"attachment_1083343\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1083343\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-1083343 js-inline-lazy-load\" alt=\"Carnation\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/carnation-600x400_falsexfalse_true_70.webp\"\/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1083343\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Getty Images\/ Xiuxia Huang<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThese drought-tolerant flowers only require watering once per week and six hours of sun per day, making them easy to care for while still delivering beautiful, vibrant blooms,\u201d Sears says.<\/p>\n<h3>Columbine<\/h3>\n<p><figure id=\"attachment_1083349\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1083349\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-1083349 js-inline-lazy-load\" alt=\"Columbine\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/columbine-600x400_falsexfalse_true_70.webp\"\/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1083349\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Getty Images\/ Created by MaryAnne Nelson<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThese perennials require little care, preferring cooler weather and full sun, but once established these plants only require watering about once a week,\u201d Sears says.<\/p>\n<h3>Coneflower<\/h3>\n<p><figure id=\"attachment_1083355\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1083355\" style=\"width: 601px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-1083355 js-inline-lazy-load\" alt=\"Coneflower\" width=\"601\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/coneflower-2-601x400_falsexfalse_true_70.webp\"\/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1083355\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Getty Images\/ Jacky Parker Photography<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p>\n<p>According to Sears, coneflowers are the hardiest perennial flower. \u201cThey are extremely hardy perennials, as they\u2019re tolerant of heat, humidity, drought, and poor soil,\u201d she says. \u201cThey will continue to bloom each year without too much maintenance and are valued for their ability to attract pollinators, bringing butterflies, bees and birds into the garden while also adding a pop of color to brighten up a space.\u201d<\/p>\n<h3>Daylily<\/h3>\n<p><figure id=\"attachment_1083357\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1083357\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-1083357 js-inline-lazy-load\" alt=\"Daylily\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/daylily-600x400_falsexfalse_true_70.webp\"\/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1083357\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Getty Images\/ Jim McWilliams\/ 500px<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIf you live in zones three up to nine, the daylily will thrive in your garden,\u201d Berendsen says. \u201cLike any other flower, the daylily enjoys direct sunlight. Aim for six or more hours daily and keep the soil slightly moist throughout spring and summer.\u201d<\/p>\n<h3>Foxglove<\/h3>\n<p><figure id=\"attachment_1083359\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1083359\" style=\"width: 557px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-1083359 js-inline-lazy-load\" alt=\"Foxglove\" width=\"557\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/foxglove-557x400_falsexfalse_true_70.webp\"\/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1083359\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Getty Images\/ itsabreeze photography<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p>\n<p>\u201cFoxgloves thrive in full sun or partial shade and require an inch of water per week,\u201d Sears says. \u201cIt\u2019s important to remember that these perennials are toxic if eaten and are best used for backgrounds or woodland plantings.\u201d<\/p>\n<h3>Hens and chicks<\/h3>\n<p><figure id=\"attachment_1083361\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1083361\" style=\"width: 560px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-1083361 js-inline-lazy-load\" alt=\"Hens and chicks\" width=\"560\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/hens-and-chicks-560x400_falsexfalse_true_70.webp\"\/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1083361\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Getty Images\/ Maksims Grigorjevs<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIf you have a rock garden and live in USDA zones three to nine, you should not miss out on this adorable flowering perennial,\u201d Berendsen says. \u201cThey must be in well-drained, sandy soil and are drought-tolerant, making them an excellent plant for forgetful gardeners.\u201d<\/p>\n<h3>Hollyhock<\/h3>\n<p><figure id=\"attachment_1083363\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1083363\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-1083363 js-inline-lazy-load\" alt=\"Hollyhock\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/hollyhock-600x400_falsexfalse_true_70.webp\"\/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1083363\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Getty Images\/ Chuchart Duangdaw<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p>\n<p>\u201cHollyhocks are biennials that self-sow prolifically, behaving like perennials in the garden,\u201d Sears says. \u201cThey grow from 5 to 9 feet tall, making them ideal for a flower bed backdrop. They produce beautiful spikes of flowers loved by pollinators; cut them back for a second bloom in-season.\u201d Pro gardening tip: Don\u2019t confuse biennials with biannuals! Where biennials take two years to complete their bloom cycle, biannuals bloom twice per year.<\/p>\n<h3>Pasque flower<\/h3>\n<p><figure id=\"attachment_1083365\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1083365\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-1083365 js-inline-lazy-load\" alt=\"Pasque flower\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/pasque-flower-600x400_falsexfalse_true_70.webp\"\/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1083365\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Getty Images\/ Jacky Parker Photography<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p>\n<p>\u201cLook no further if you are looking for a plant that gives you tons of blooms,\u201d Berendsen says. \u201cThe pasque flower can produce up to 30 blossoms during its growing season.\u201d For best results, she says to plant this flower in nutrient-rich, well-drained soil, making sure to keep it moist. \u201cIt also enjoys a sunny spot,\u201d she adds.<\/p>\n<h3>Rex begonia<\/h3>\n<p><figure id=\"attachment_1083367\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1083367\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-1083367 js-inline-lazy-load\" alt=\"Rex begonia\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/rex-begonia-600x400_falsexfalse_true_70.webp\"\/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1083367\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Getty Images\/ Danielvfung<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p>\n<p>Rex begonias might be popular houseplants but they can also grow in gardens in USDA zones seven to 12, Berendsen says. \u201cThis plant has uniquely-colored and -shaped leaves and puts out adorable little flowers during the summer months,\u201d she adds.<\/p>\n<p>Just remember: They like regular watering and to be grown in shady areas. \u201cThey make a tremendous semi-shade plant for around your garden seating area,\u201d Berendsen says.<\/p>\n<h3>Shasta daisy<\/h3>\n<p><figure id=\"attachment_1083373\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1083373\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-1083373 js-inline-lazy-load\" alt=\"Shashta daisy\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/shashta-daisy-1-600x400_falsexfalse_true_70.webp\"\/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1083373\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Getty Images\/ EllenAI<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p>\n<p>\u201cA classic flower for any garden, shasta daisies feature glistening white petals and buttery-yellow centers that will return year after year,\u201d Sears says. \u201cThey will need regular watering when planted, but once established they only need to be watered when temperatures are high and if your area is getting less than one inch of rainfall per week.\u201d Just make sure to plant them in bright spots, as Seara says they require full sun to thrive.<\/p>\n<h2>When to plant annuals and perennials<\/h2>\n<p>Now that you\u2019re brushed up on the pros and cons of annuals vs. perennials\u2014and now that you have tons of gorgeous flowers and plants top of mind\u2014you might want to make a beeline to your local garden center. Before doing so, there are a few things you\u2019ll want to know.<\/p>\n<p>While annuals can be planted as seeds in early spring and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/fast-growing-flower-seeds\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/fast-growing-flower-seeds\/\">grow into bloom in less than three months<\/a>, most people reach for pre-planted flowers that they can then transplant into the pot or garden bed of their choosing. It\u2019s easier and tends to offer instant gratification. That said, growing flowers from seeds can be quite satisfying.<\/p>\n<p>Regardless of how you choose to plant and grow your annuals and perennials, the most important thing you\u2019ll want to keep in mind is your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.almanac.com\/gardening\/frostdates\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.almanac.com\/gardening\/frostdates\">frost dates<\/a>. For annuals, wait for the last frost to pass before planting seeds or transplanting plants in spring; for perennials, plant mature plants at least six to eight weeks before the fall frost date to ensure they\u2019re rooted by the time temperatures significantly drop, and plant seeds in spring after the last frost. If you ignore these rules, your seeds and plants will freeze and potentially die, rendering your planting efforts useless.<\/p>\n<h2>The takeaway<\/h2>\n<p>The annual vs. perennial debate all comes down to the type of garden maintenance you want to achieve as well the overall appearance of your outdoor space. Generally speaking, a variety of both annuals and perennials will make for the most diverse, picture-perfect garden.<\/p>\n<div class=\"disclaimers__after_content mb-[18px] mt-[16px] pt-[16px]\">\n<div class=\"outline-earmark relative mt-[8px] pt-[10px] pl-[20px]\">\n<p>\n            Our editors independently select these products. 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