This column often espouses the use of native plants, which are typically, but not always, perennial. That means they bloom for a certain period of time in the warmer months, whither back and then ...

As tender perennials, impatiens (Impatiens walleriana) are typically grown as annuals in many regions. These beautiful blooms are only winter hardy in USDA Hardiness Zones 10 and 11, and many people ...

Most plants regarded as annuals in four-season regions are actually tender perennials from the tropics that can’t withstand frosts and freezes. Popular tender perennials grown as annuals include ...

Impatiens is such a common plant for shade that some gardeners gag at the very mention of this ubiquitous plant. Not so fast! That's just bedding impatiens; there is a whole exciting world of species ...

We’ve discussed the importance of native plants for the sustenance they provide our birds and butterflies, and for the habitat they afford local wildlife. But planting natives is also just smart ...

The growing season got off to a rollicking start. Blossoms were bursting, color was pulsating, and everyone craves more of the same. But if you want the beat to go on, consider calling in ...

You’ve probably heard plants described as annuals and perennials in gardening. Knowing the difference between annual vs. perennial plants will help you understand how each type will behave in your ...

Plants are classified as annuals, biennials or perennials based on their life cycles. Biennials, like foxglove, have a vegetative year followed by a flowering year. Perennials, including woody shrubs ...