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Perennials

Herbaceous perennials that return year after year.

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Perennials in the database

Bear Grass (Xerophyllum Tenax) — showcasing its unique botanical lineage.<br><br>Characteristically; bear Grass thrives in full sun to partial, image 64

Grass

Bear Grass

Xerophyllum Tenax

FullUSDA 5–9
Bear's Breech (Acanthus Mollis) — Adds architectural interest to borders and focal points

Perennial

Bear's Breech

Acanthus Mollis

Deep ShadeUSDA 8–11
Beauty Of Livermere Oriental Poppy (Papaver Orientale 'Beauty Of Livermere') — Hardy to zones 3-7, it is a striking addition to any temperate garden

Perennial

Beauty Of Livermere Oriental Poppy

Papaver Orientale 'Beauty Of Livermere'

FullUSDA 3–9
Becky Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum X Sup. 'Becky') — is a robust perennial with an upright habit

Perennial

Becky Shasta Daisy

Leucanthemum X Sup. 'Becky'

FullUSDA 5–9
Bedding Begonia (Begonia Semperflorens) — commonly referred to as Bedding Begonia

Perennial

Bedding Begonia

Begonia Semperflorens

HalfUSDA 9–11
Bee Balm (Monarda Didyma) — a common issue with this species.<br><br>Notably; is a perennial that boasts a vibrant display and is a favorite for, image 93

Herb

Bee Balm

Monarda Didyma

FullUSDA 4–9
Beesia (Beesia Deltophylla) — is an evergreen perennial treasured for its heart-shaped glossy leaves and delicate bloom

Ground cover

Beesia

Beesia Deltophylla

Deep ShadeUSDA 6–9
Begonia Cultivars (Begonia hybrid) — well-draining soil.<br><br>When factoring Begonias into a design; perennial with pink and red and white blooms

Perennial

Begonia Cultivars

Begonia hybrid

HalfUSDA 3–10
Belladonna Delphinium (Delphinium X Bel. 'Bellamosum') — perennial with blue and violet blooms; deadheading spent flowers will promote a potential second bloom

Perennial

Belladonna Delphinium

Delphinium X Bel. 'Bellamosum'

FullUSDA 2–9
Bellflower (Campanula 'Jelly Bells') — Blooming from early to late summer, it adds a vibrant yet soft touch to borders and cottage gardens, image 76

Ground cover

Bellflower

Campanula 'Jelly Bells'

FullUSDA 3–9
Bellflower (Persicaria Campanulata) — commonly known as Bellflowered Knotweed

Ground cover

Bellflower

Persicaria Campanulata

FullUSDA 5–9
Bellwort (Uvularia Grandiflora) — It boasts pendulous, bell-shaped yellow flowers up to 2 inches long in spring; including bees and

Bulb

Bellwort

Uvularia Grandiflora

Deep ShadeUSDA 4–9
Bengal Tiger Canna (Canna X Generalis 'Bengal Tiger') — It thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil

Perennial

Bengal Tiger Canna

Canna X Generalis 'Bengal Tiger'

FullUSDA 7–11
Ben Nevis Sunrose (Helianthemum Num. 'Ben Nevis') — peaking in late spring to early summer

Ground cover

Ben Nevis Sunrose

Helianthemum Num. 'Ben Nevis'

FullUSDA 4–9
Berggarten Sage (Salvia Officinalis 'Berggarten') — is a compact and ornamental variety of the common garden sage

Herb

Berggarten Sage

Salvia Officinalis 'Berggarten'

FullUSDA 6–10
Berlandier's Sundrops (Calylophus Berlandieri) — forming a mound of narrow leaves

Ground cover

Berlandier's Sundrops

Calylophus Berlandieri

FullUSDA 9–10
Bernice Throatwort Or Bellflower (Campanula Trachelium 'Bernice') — commonly known as Bernice Throatwort

Perennial

Bernice Throatwort Or Bellflower

Campanula Trachelium 'Bernice'

FullUSDA 3–9
Berry Smoothie Alum Root (Heuchera 'Berry Smoothie') — shimmering pinkish-purple leaves that mature to a rich rose

Perennial

Berry Smoothie Alum Root

Heuchera 'Berry Smoothie'

HalfUSDA 4–9
Betony (Stachys Monieri 'Hummelo') — Attracts pollinators while resisting deer

Perennial

Betony

Stachys Monieri 'Hummelo'

FullUSDA 4–8
Betram Anderson Dwarf Stonecrop (Sedum 'Bertram Anderson') — Sedum 'Bertram Anderson,' a vibrant Dwarf Stonecrop

Ground cover

Betram Anderson Dwarf Stonecrop

Sedum 'Bertram Anderson'

FullUSDA 5–9
Bevan's Variety Geranium (Geranium Macrorrhizum 'Bevan's Variety') — making it suitable for rock gardens

Ground cover

Bevan's Variety Geranium

Geranium Macrorrhizum 'Bevan's Variety'

FullUSDA 4–8
Beverly Sills Bearded Iris (Iris germanica 'Beverly Sills') — Resilient perennials, they flourish in zones 3-9 and reach 30-36 inches in height

Perennial

Beverly Sills Bearded Iris

Iris germanica 'Beverly Sills'

FullUSDA 7–9
Bicolor Barrenwort (Epimedium X Versicolor 'Sulphureum') — It features heart-shaped leaves and dainty, yellow and lavender-tinted flowers in spring

Ground cover

Bicolor Barrenwort

Epimedium X Versicolor 'Sulphureum'

HalfUSDA 5–8
Big Blue Sea Holly (Eryngium X Zabelii 'Big Blue') — steel-blue flowers and spiny

Perennial

Big Blue Sea Holly

Eryngium X Zabelii 'Big Blue'

FullUSDA 2–9

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