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Perennials

Herbaceous perennials that return year after year.

1,429 plants

Perennials in the database

Wright's Cudweed (Pseudognaphalium Microcephalum) — making it an excellent choice for ground cover or for mass planting in rock gardens

Perennial

Wright's Cudweed

Pseudognaphalium Microcephalum

FullUSDA 8–10
Wright's Penstemon (Penstemon Wrightii) — Standing 1-3ft tall with a spread of 1-2ft, it's ideal for adding vertical interest and attracting pollinators

Perennial

Wright's Penstemon

Penstemon Wrightii

FullUSDA 8–11
Wyoming Canna (Canna 'Wyoming') — this hardy plant becomes a focal point in garden beds or as a container specimen

Perennial

Wyoming Canna

Canna 'Wyoming'

FullUSDA 7–11
Yarrow (Achillea X Taygetea) — scientifically known as Achillea x taygetea; which heightens the ecological value of a garden, image 63

Perennial

Yarrow

Achillea X Taygetea

FullUSDA 3–11
Yarrow Hybrids (Achillea Hybrids) — are popular perennials offering an array of colors from white to pink

Ground cover

Yarrow Hybrids

Achillea Hybrids

FullUSDA 3–10
Yellow African Daisy (Arctotis Acaulis) — The Yellow African Daisy (Arctotis acaulis)

Ground cover

Yellow African Daisy

Arctotis Acaulis

FullUSDA 9–10
Yellow Archangel (Lamium Galeobdolon) — Ensure the client is aware of its invasive potential; ground cover / perennial with yellow blooms, image 89

Ground cover

Yellow Archangel

Lamium Galeobdolon

Deep ShadeUSDA 4–8
Yellow Bahia (Bahia Absinthifolia) — Bahia absinthifolia requires very minimal maintenance once established

Ground cover

Yellow Bahia

Bahia Absinthifolia

FullUSDA 8–11
Yellow Blue-Eyed Grass (Sisyrinchium Striatum) — commonly known as Yellow Blue-Eyed Grass

Perennial

Yellow Blue-Eyed Grass

Sisyrinchium Striatum

FullUSDA 4–9
Yellow Bush Snapdragon (Keckiella Antirrhinoides) — Its drought resistance makes it ideal for water-wise gardens

Perennial

Yellow Bush Snapdragon

Keckiella Antirrhinoides

FullUSDA 10–11
Yellow Bush Spurge (Euphorbia Characias Wulfenii) — Preferring full sun to partial shade, it suits USDA zones 7-10

Perennial

Yellow Bush Spurge

Euphorbia Characias Wulfenii

FullUSDA 6–9
Yellow Corydalis (Corydalis Lutea) — Yellow Corydalis graces the landscape with a profusion of cheerful yellow, image 58

Perennial

Yellow Corydalis

Corydalis Lutea

HalfUSDA 5–10
Yellow Cranesbill (Erodium Chrysanthum) — scientifically referred to as Erodium chrysanthum

Ground cover

Yellow Cranesbill

Erodium Chrysanthum

FullUSDA 9–10
Yellow Dalmation Iris (Iris Pallida 'Variegata') — It prefers well-drained soil, with moderate moisture

Perennial

Yellow Dalmation Iris

Iris Pallida 'Variegata'

FullUSDA 4–9
Yellow Daylily (Hemerocallis Lilioasphodelus) — Adaptable to various soil types

Perennial

Yellow Daylily

Hemerocallis Lilioasphodelus

FullUSDA 4–10
Yellow Daylily (Hemerocallis 'Yellow') — bright yellow hue with blooms that typically measure between 3 to 4 inches across; their spent blooms should be

Perennial

Yellow Daylily

Hemerocallis 'Yellow'

FullUSDA 4–10
Yellow Dead Nettle (Lamium Maculatum 'Aureum') — is a vibrant and low-maintenance perennial that adds a splash of color to any shade garden

Ground cover

Yellow Dead Nettle

Lamium Maculatum 'Aureum'

Deep ShadeUSDA 2–10
Yellow Eyed Grass (Sisyrinchium Californicum) — the Yellow Eyed Grass can spread to around 6 to 8 inches wide

Perennial

Yellow Eyed Grass

Sisyrinchium Californicum

FullUSDA 7–9
Yellow Flag Iris (Iris Pseudacorus) — ideal for water features with its vibrant yellow blooms and sword-like green foliage; during its blooming season from May

Perennial

Yellow Flag Iris

Iris Pseudacorus

FullUSDA 2–9
Yellow Foxglove (Digitalis Grandiflora) — It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate a range of sunlight conditions from full sun to partial shade; low

Perennial

Yellow Foxglove

Digitalis Grandiflora

HalfUSDA 2–9
Yellow Geum (Geum 'Yellow') — yellow flowers in the garden

Perennial

Yellow Geum

Geum 'Yellow'

FullUSDA 5–7
Yellow Loosestrife (Lysimachia Punctata) — perennial for full or half or shade; due to its easy-going nature, it is an excellent choice for, image 144

Perennial

Yellow Loosestrife

Lysimachia Punctata

FullUSDA 5–9
Yellow Marguerite Daisy (Argyranthemum Frutescens 'Yellow') — is a vibrant perennial boasting prolific

Perennial

Yellow Marguerite Daisy

Argyranthemum Frutescens 'Yellow'

FullUSDA 3–7
Yellow Monkey Flower (Mimulus 'Yellow') — such as bees and hummingbirds; regular watering is crucial to maintain consistent soil, image 64

Perennial

Yellow Monkey Flower

Mimulus 'Yellow'

FullUSDA 9–10

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