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Perennials

Herbaceous perennials that return year after year.

1,429 plants

Perennials in the database

Lemon Yellow Daylily (Hemerocallis 'Lemon Yellow') — The Hemerocallis 'Lemon Yellow,' commonly known as Lemon Yellow Daylily

Perennial

Lemon Yellow Daylily

Hemerocallis 'Lemon Yellow'

FullUSDA 10–10
Lenten Rose (Helleborus Orientalis) — It reaches 18-24 inches tall and wide, fitting well in woodland gardens; it harmoniously pairs with ferns, image 51

Perennial

Lenten Rose

Helleborus Orientalis

HalfUSDA 4–9
Lenten Rose Cultivars (Helleborus Orientalis Cvs.) — Thriving in USDA zones 4-9

Perennial

Lenten Rose Cultivars

Helleborus Orientalis Cvs.

HalfUSDA 4–9
Leopard Plant (Farfugium Japonicum 'Aureo-Maculata') — leathery leaves marked by yellow spots

Perennial

Leopard Plant

Farfugium Japonicum 'Aureo-Maculata'

Deep ShadeUSDA 6–9
Leopard Plant (Ligularia Den. 'Britt-Marie Crawford') — This perennial reaches 3 to 4 feet in height and spreads roughly 2 to 3 feet

Perennial

Leopard Plant

Ligularia Den. 'Britt-Marie Crawford'

ShadeUSDA 4–8
Lewis Flax (Linum Lewisii) — herb / perennial with blue and white blooms

Herb

Lewis Flax

Linum Lewisii

FullUSDA 3–9
Liberty Hosta (Hosta 'Liberty') — The Hosta 'Liberty' is a captivating perennial that offers an eye-catching addition to any landscape design

Perennial

Liberty Hosta

Hosta 'Liberty'

HalfUSDA 3–9
Licorice Mint (Agastache Rupestris) — typically reaching heights of 18 to 24 inches with a similar spread; and as an aromatic accent

Perennial

Licorice Mint

Agastache Rupestris

FullUSDA 5–11
Lily Of The Nile (Agapanthus Praecox Orientalis) — can span up to 6 inches across and rise up to 4 feet tall; ground cover / perennial for full or half

Ground cover

Lily Of The Nile

Agapanthus Praecox Orientalis

FullUSDA 8–11
Lily Of The Nile (Agapanthus Africanus) — that can reach heights of up to 3 feet

Ground cover

Lily Of The Nile

Agapanthus Africanus

FullUSDA 8–11
Lily Of The Nile (Agapanthus Hybrids) — Lily of the Nile (Agapanthus hybrids) enchants with globular clusters of trumpet-shaped

Perennial

Lily Of The Nile

Agapanthus Hybrids

FullUSDA 8–11
Lily-Of-The-Valley (Convallaria Majalis) — bell-shaped flowers and sweet fragrance; it thrives in partial to full shade

Ground cover

Lily-Of-The-Valley

Convallaria Majalis

HalfUSDA 2–10
Lilyturf (Liriope Spicata) — but it can endure full sun in cooler climates

Perennial

Lilyturf

Liriope Spicata

FullUSDA 5–9
Lime Marmalade Alum Root (Heuchera 'Lime Marmalade') — lime-green leaves that provide a vivid contrast in the garden

Perennial

Lime Marmalade Alum Root

Heuchera 'Lime Marmalade'

HalfUSDA 3–10
Lime Rickey Coral Bells (Heuchera 'Lime Rickey') — This hardy perennial thrives in zones 4-9, enjoying partial to full shade

Perennial

Lime Rickey Coral Bells

Heuchera 'Lime Rickey'

HalfUSDA 3–10
Lindheimer's Muhly (Muhlenbergia Lindheimeri) — Lindheimer's Muhly (Muhlenbergia lindheimeri) is a perennial grass native to Texas

Grass

Lindheimer's Muhly

Muhlenbergia Lindheimeri

FullUSDA 7–10
Lion King Japanese Iris (Iris Ensata 'Lion King') — The Iris ensata 'Lion King' is an exquisite Japanese Iris, showcasing large 6-inch blooms with ruffled

Perennial

Lion King Japanese Iris

Iris Ensata 'Lion King'

HalfUSDA 5–9
Lipstick Coral Bells (Heuchera 'Lipstick') — is a vibrant perennial featuring eye-catching cherry-red blossoms atop robust

Perennial

Lipstick Coral Bells

Heuchera 'Lipstick'

HalfUSDA 3–10
Lipstick Spreading Sage (Salvia Darcyi) — perennial / shrub for full

Perennial

Lipstick Spreading Sage

Salvia Darcyi

FullUSDA 8–10
Lipstick Strawberry (Fragaria Chiloensis 'Lipstick') — The Fragaria chiloensis 'Lipstick', a perennial ornamental strawberry, thrives in USDA zones 4-8

Ground cover

Lipstick Strawberry

Fragaria Chiloensis 'Lipstick'

FullUSDA 7–10
Little Bluestem (Schizachyrium Scoparium) — although it prefers well-drained soils; the Little Bluestem, Schizachyrium scoparium, is a North, image 52

Grass

Little Bluestem

Schizachyrium Scoparium

FullUSDA 4–9
Little Carlow Aster (Aster 'Little Carlow') — scientifically known as Symphyotrichum 'Little Carlow'; often until the first frost.<br><br>With a propensity for

Perennial

Little Carlow Aster

Aster 'Little Carlow'

FullUSDA 4–8
Little Gem Evergreen Candytuft (Iberis Sempervirens 'Little Gem') — is a compact perennial with a lush mound of glossy

Ground cover

Little Gem Evergreen Candytuft

Iberis Sempervirens 'Little Gem'

FullUSDA 3–10
Little Grapette Daylily (Hemerocallis 'Little Grapette') — is a hardy perennial boasting vibrant purple blooms

Perennial

Little Grapette Daylily

Hemerocallis 'Little Grapette'

FullUSDA 5–11

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