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Perennials

Herbaceous perennials that return year after year.

1,429 plants

Perennials in the database

Checkerbloom, Prairie Mallow (Sidalcea Malviflora) — It flourishes in USDA zones 5-9, reaching heights of up to 3-4 feet with a spread of 1-2 feet

Perennial

Checkerbloom, Prairie Mallow

Sidalcea Malviflora

FullUSDA 5–7
Checkermallow (Sidalcea Campestris) — Its upright form is graced by lobed leaves at the base; this North American native, image 63

Perennial

Checkermallow

Sidalcea Campestris

FullUSDA 5–8
Cherry Skullcap (Scutellaria Suffrutescens) — some afternoon shade is beneficial.<br><br>Given its low maintenance nature

Perennial

Cherry Skullcap

Scutellaria Suffrutescens

FullUSDA 7–9
Cheyenne Spirit Coneflower (Echinacea 'Cheyenne Spirit') — Its seed heads also provide winter interest and food for birds.<br><br>For maintenance

Perennial

Cheyenne Spirit Coneflower

Echinacea 'Cheyenne Spirit'

FullUSDA 3–9
Chiapas Sage (Salvia Chiapensis) — commonly referred to as Chiapas Sage

Perennial

Chiapas Sage

Salvia Chiapensis

FullUSDA 8–10
Chilean Gunnera, Dinosaur Food (Gunnera Tinctoria) — perennial plant hailing from the rainforest climates in South America; and their umbrella-like formation

Aquatic

Chilean Gunnera, Dinosaur Food

Gunnera Tinctoria

HalfUSDA 8–11
China Blue Fumewort (Corydalis Flexuosa 'China Blue') — blooming profusely from spring to early summer

Perennial

China Blue Fumewort

Corydalis Flexuosa 'China Blue'

HalfUSDA 5–8
Chinese Astilbe (Astilbe Chinensis 'Pumila') — dwarf herbaceous perennial that serves as an exemplary ground cover or edging plant in a garden design; commonly

Perennial

Chinese Astilbe

Astilbe Chinensis 'Pumila'

FullUSDA 4–9
Chinese Corydalis (Corydalis flexuosa) — or naturalizing woodland areas; it is vital to keep the soil consistently moist, but be cautious of overwatering, as

Perennial

Chinese Corydalis

Corydalis flexuosa

HalfUSDA 5–10
Chinese Foxglove (Rehmannia Elata) — Optimal sun exposure ranges from full sun to partial shade

Perennial

Chinese Foxglove

Rehmannia Elata

FullUSDA 8–10
Chinese Globeflower (Trollius Chinensis) — especially in dryer periods

Perennial

Chinese Globeflower

Trollius Chinensis

FullUSDA 3–9
Chinese Money Plant (Pilea Peperomioides) — adds a modern touch to any indoor space

Perennial

Chinese Money Plant

Pilea Peperomioides

ShadeUSDA 9–10
Chinese Peony (Paeonia Lactiflora) — pink and red and white flowers in the garden

Perennial

Chinese Peony

Paeonia Lactiflora

FullUSDA 3–10
Chocolate Chip Bugleweed (Ajuga Reptans 'Chocolate Chip') — it requires well-drained soil

Ground cover

Chocolate Chip Bugleweed

Ajuga Reptans 'Chocolate Chip'

FullUSDA 3–9
Chocolate Flower (Berlandiera Lyrata) — is a charming addition to any garden that offers both visual appeal and a delightful olfactory experience, image 60

Perennial

Chocolate Flower

Berlandiera Lyrata

FullUSDA 4–11
Chocolate Ruffles Coral Bells (Heuchera 'Chocolate Ruffles') — Heuchera 'Chocolate Ruffles' presents lavish

Ground cover

Chocolate Ruffles Coral Bells

Heuchera 'Chocolate Ruffles'

HalfUSDA 4–9
Christmas Rose (Helleborus Niger) — perennial with multi-colored and pink and white blooms

Perennial

Christmas Rose

Helleborus Niger

Deep ShadeUSDA 4–8
Cinnabar Silver Coral Bells (Heuchera 'Cinnabar Silver') — Thrives in USDA zones 4-9, reaching 12-18 inches in height with an 18-inch spread

Perennial

Cinnabar Silver Coral Bells

Heuchera 'Cinnabar Silver'

HalfUSDA 4–9
Citronelle Heuchera (Heuchera 'Citronelle') — The Heuchera 'Citronelle' is a vibrant herbaceous perennial

Perennial

Citronelle Heuchera

Heuchera 'Citronelle'

HalfUSDA 4–9
Cliff-Maids (Lewisia Cotyledon) — showcasing delicate petals that form a distinct star pattern.<br><br>Preferring well-drained

Perennial

Cliff-Maids

Lewisia Cotyledon

HalfUSDA 3–7
Cloud Walker Stonecrop (Sedum 'Cloud Walker') — It boasts striking, cloud-like clusters of light pink blossoms atop upright stems in late summer

Ground cover

Cloud Walker Stonecrop

Sedum 'Cloud Walker'

FullUSDA 3–9
Coastal Gumweed (Grindelia stricta) — Regular watering can help young plants establish

Perennial

Coastal Gumweed

Grindelia stricta

FullUSDA 9–10
Coastal Hedgenettle (Stachys chamissonis) — making it an excellent middle-layer plant when considering the vertical dimension in your design

Perennial

Coastal Hedgenettle

Stachys chamissonis

HalfUSDA 10–11
Coastal Strawberry (Fragaria chiloensis) — These leaves grow on stems that form a dense mat

Ground cover

Coastal Strawberry

Fragaria chiloensis

FullUSDA 7–10

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