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Perennials

Herbaceous perennials that return year after year.

1,429 plants

Perennials in the database

Cardamom (Elettaria Cardamomum) — Mulching can help retain soil moisture and keep the roots cool.<br><br>When incorporating into a design

Perennial

Cardamom

Elettaria Cardamomum

HalfUSDA 9–11
Cardinal Columbine (Aquilegia 'Cardinal') — Aquilegia 'Cardinal,' or Cardinal Columbine

Perennial

Cardinal Columbine

Aquilegia 'Cardinal'

HalfUSDA 3–10
Cardinal Flower, Indian Pink (Lobelia Cardinalis) — boasting vibrant red blooms atop stems reaching 2-4 feet; space plants about 1-1.5 feet apart, image 51

Perennial

Cardinal Flower, Indian Pink

Lobelia Cardinalis

FullUSDA 3–9
Cardoon (Cynara cardunculus) — Hardy in USDA zones 7 to 9; scientifically referred to as Cynara cardunculus

Perennial

Cardoon

Cynara cardunculus

FullUSDA 8–10
Cardwell's Penstemon (Penstemon Cardwellii) — it flourishes in USDA zones 5-8

Perennial

Cardwell's Penstemon

Penstemon Cardwellii

FullUSDA 5–8
Carefree Peach Daylily (Hemerocallis 'Carefree Peach') — The Hemerocallis 'Carefree Peach' exudes charm with its ruffled

Perennial

Carefree Peach Daylily

Hemerocallis 'Carefree Peach'

FullUSDA 5–11
Carl Stonecrop (Sedum 'Carl') — This Beach Party Stonecrop variety reaches a height of up to 18 inches and spans approximately 24 inches wide

Perennial

Carl Stonecrop

Sedum 'Carl'

FullUSDA 3–9
Carpet Bugle (Ajuga Reptans) — Carpet Bugle (Ajuga reptans) is a robust; ideal in zones 3-9, it thrives in partial shade to full sun and prefers moist

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Carpet Bugle

Ajuga Reptans

Deep ShadeUSDA 6–9
Carpet Bugle (Ajuga 'Blueberry Muffin') — Ideal for shady spots, it requires minimal maintenance and is drought-tolerant once established

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Carpet Bugle

Ajuga 'Blueberry Muffin'

FullUSDA 6–9
Carpet Stonecrop (Sedum Album) — making it a low-maintenance option for both experienced and novice gardeners.<br><br>In the landscape; white, image 69

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Carpet Stonecrop

Sedum Album

FullUSDA 4–9
Cast Iron Plant (Aspidistra Elatior) — the Aspidistra elatior offers both aesthetic appeal and reliability

Perennial

Cast Iron Plant

Aspidistra Elatior

Deep ShadeUSDA 6–8
Catalina Silverlace (Constancea Nevinii) — This plant can grow up to 3-6 feet tall and wide, requiring well-drained soil and full sun to part shade

Perennial

Catalina Silverlace

Constancea Nevinii

FullUSDA 8–9
Catlin's Giant Bugleweed (Ajuga Reptans 'Catlin's Giant') — Catlin's Giant Bugleweed (Ajuga reptans 'Catlin's Giant') is a vigorous perennial groundcover

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Catlin's Giant Bugleweed

Ajuga Reptans 'Catlin's Giant'

FullUSDA 3–9
Catmint (Nepeta Racemosa 'Little Titch') — Nepeta racemosa 'Little Titch' is a compact perennial

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Catmint

Nepeta Racemosa 'Little Titch'

FullUSDA 5–8
Catmint (Nepeta X Faassenii) — This hybrid species exhibits a mounding growth habit

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Catmint

Nepeta X Faassenii

FullUSDA 3–10
Catnip Mint (Nepeta Catariensis) — is a perennial belonging to the Lamiaceae family; scientifically identified as Nepeta cataria

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Catnip Mint

Nepeta Catariensis

FullUSDA 3–8
Cat Thyme (Teucrium Marum) — Cat Thyme should be pruned back in early spring to encourage a bushy habit and prevent woodiness at the base

Perennial

Cat Thyme

Teucrium Marum

FullUSDA 7–10
Cattleya Orchid Cultivars (Cattleya Cv.) — multi-colored and red and white and yellow flowers in the garden

Perennial

Cattleya Orchid Cultivars

Cattleya Cv.

HalfUSDA 10–11
Cedros Island Verbena (Verbena Lilacina) — The Cedros Island Verbena (Verbena lilacina) is a perennial shrub

Perennial

Cedros Island Verbena

Verbena Lilacina

FullUSDA 7–10
Celandine Poppy (Stylophorum Diphyllum) — The Celandine Poppy (Stylophorum diphyllum) is a vibrant woodland perennial, flourishing in moist, rich soil

Perennial

Celandine Poppy

Stylophorum Diphyllum

FullUSDA 4–9
Celebration Hosta (Hosta 'Celebration') — This shade-tolerant plant forms a compact mound about 15 inches high and spreads up to 20 inches wide

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Celebration Hosta

Hosta 'Celebration'

Deep ShadeUSDA 3–10
Cerise Hollyhock (Alcea Rosea 'Cerise' Halo Series) — The Alcea rosea 'Cerise' of the Halo Series is a striking perennial

Perennial

Cerise Hollyhock

Alcea Rosea 'Cerise' Halo Series

FullUSDA 3–10
Cerise Queen Common Yarrow (Achillea Millefolium 'Cerise Queen') — Hardy in zones 3-9, 'Cerise Queen' is also valued for its easy care and medicinal properties

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Cerise Queen Common Yarrow

Achillea Millefolium 'Cerise Queen'

FullUSDA 4–7
Charles White Peony (Paeonia 'Charles White') — double white blooms up to 8 inches across with a subtle fragrance

Perennial

Charles White Peony

Paeonia 'Charles White'

FullUSDA 3–8

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