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Perennials

Herbaceous perennials that return year after year.

1,429 plants

Perennials in the database

Wild Pink (Silene Carolina) — perennial with pink blooms; it boasts a profusion of vibrant pink flowers that measure about 1 inch across, image 87

Perennial

Wild Pink

Silene Carolina

FullUSDA 4–8
Wild Strawberry (Fragaria Virginiana) — making it an excellent option for gardeners seeking minimal maintenance; offers both aesthetic charm and edible delight

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Wild Strawberry

Fragaria Virginiana

FullUSDA 3–8
Wild Swan Japanese Anemone (Anemone 'Wild Swan') — The Anemone 'Wild Swan' showcases elegant

Perennial

Wild Swan Japanese Anemone

Anemone 'Wild Swan'

FullUSDA 5–8
Willow Aster (Aster Praealtus 'Rodney's Aster') — sky-blue to soft-pink flowers that blossom profusely atop tall

Perennial

Willow Aster

Aster Praealtus 'Rodney's Aster'

FullUSDA 2–10
Willow-Leaved Sunflower (Helianthus Salicifolius 'Low Down') — Ideal for borders or mass plantings

Perennial

Willow-Leaved Sunflower

Helianthus Salicifolius 'Low Down'

FullUSDA 6–10
Windflower Or Greek Anemone (Anemone Blanda) — it creates a lush carpet in spring; windflowers complement spring-blooming bulbs like tulips and daffodils

Perennial

Windflower Or Greek Anemone

Anemone Blanda

FullUSDA 6–10
Winslow Spur Flower (Plectranthus 'Mona Lavender') — blue and purple flowers in the garden

Perennial

Winslow Spur Flower

Plectranthus 'Mona Lavender'

FullUSDA 9–11
Winter Aconite (Eranthis Hyemalis) — reaching just 3 to 4 inches in height; eranthis hyemalis, commonly known as Winter Aconite, heralds spring, image 100

Perennial

Winter Aconite

Eranthis Hyemalis

FullUSDA 4–8
Winter Begonia (Bergenia Ciliata) — with a comparable spread of 18 to 24 inches

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Winter Begonia

Bergenia Ciliata

FullUSDA 3–10
Winter-Blooming Bergenia (Bergenia Crassifolia) — scientifically referred to as Bergenia crassifolia

Perennial

Winter-Blooming Bergenia

Bergenia Crassifolia

ShadeUSDA 3–8
Wolverine Hosta (Hosta 'Wolverine') — thriving in USDA zones 3-9

Perennial

Wolverine Hosta

Hosta 'Wolverine'

HalfUSDA 3–9
Wood Anemone (Anemone Nemorosa) — making it ideal for naturalizing in shaded garden spots or underplanting beneath trees

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Wood Anemone

Anemone Nemorosa

FullUSDA 5–8
Woodland Phlox (Phlox Divaricata 'London Grove Blue') — is a charming herbaceous perennial

Perennial

Woodland Phlox

Phlox Divaricata 'London Grove Blue'

FullUSDA 3–8
Woodland Strawberries (Fragaria 'Fraise Des Bois') — This manageable size also makes it ideal for edges of paths

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Woodland Strawberries

Fragaria 'Fraise Des Bois'

FullUSDA 6–10
Woodland Strawberry (Fragaria Vesca Ssp. Californica) — californica, is an enchanting addition to any garden, offering both aesthetic charm and, image 33

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Woodland Strawberry

Fragaria Vesca Ssp. Californica

FullUSDA 6–10
Wood's Blue New York Aster (Aster Novi-Belgii 'Wood's Blue') — makes it a perfect front-of-border perennial

Perennial

Wood's Blue New York Aster

Aster Novi-Belgii 'Wood's Blue'

FullUSDA 4–8
Wood Sorrel (Oxalis Acetosella) — Its trifoliate, clover-like leaves and delicate white, veined flowers give a woodland feel; adding a subtle pop, image 58

Perennial

Wood Sorrel

Oxalis Acetosella

FullUSDA 9–10
Woolly Or Silver Speedwell (Veronica Spicata Incana) — making it a perfect mid-border selection

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Woolly Or Silver Speedwell

Veronica Spicata Incana

FullUSDA 3–10
Woolly Rose Mallow (Hibiscus Lasiocarpos Var. Occidentalis) — Woolly Rose Mallow, Hibiscus lasiocarpos var

Perennial

Woolly Rose Mallow

Hibiscus Lasiocarpos Var. Occidentalis

FullUSDA 5–8
Woolly Thyme (Thymus Pseudolanuginosus) — wool-like hairs that cover its leaves.<br><br>Growing to a mere height of around 1-3 inches

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Woolly Thyme

Thymus Pseudolanuginosus

FullUSDA 3–9
Woolly Yarrow (Achillea Tomentosa) — Hardy in USDA zones 3 through 8; this plant can withstand a variety of conditions

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Woolly Yarrow

Achillea Tomentosa

FullUSDA 2–10
Worcester Gold Blue Mist (Caryopteris 'Worcester Gold') — also known as the Worcester Gold Blue Mist

Perennial

Worcester Gold Blue Mist

Caryopteris 'Worcester Gold'

FullUSDA 5–9
Wreath Goldenrod (Solidago Caesia) — Ideal for woodland gardens

Perennial

Wreath Goldenrod

Solidago Caesia

FullUSDA 4–8
Wright Buckwheat (Eriogonum Wrightii) — is a versatile and striking native perennial that offers an alluring presence in any landscape design; in the summer

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Wright Buckwheat

Eriogonum Wrightii

FullUSDA 6–10

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