Perennials Articles
Proven Winner Perennials
Notice how the first pot has the eyes barely visible while in the second pot they are completely exposed. The difference is seemingly slight but very crucial for the successful growing bare root baptisias.
Hi, I’m Susan and I’m a copywriter and resident Plant Geek for Proven Winners. You’ll find me either writing about or working hands-on with all kinds of plants just about every day of the week here in my zone 6 Michigan garden. You guessed it—plants are my passion! My garden is nearly entirely encompassed in various degrees of shade, so I’ve come to know which Proven Winners work best in my environment. I envy those of you who have sunny landscapes! What I would give for just a little slice of sunshine…
Learn more about how perennials get established and grow in the garden.
Gardens can sometimes start to look a bit tired as summer moves into its final phases and fall arrives. Utilizing plants that bloom, develop brightly colored fruit or have great foliage color in late summer and fall is a great way to keep your garden looking fresh.
To get the most out of your plants, especially container plants, fertilizing is essential. This article will go over the basic types of fertilizers used on annual plants and give recommendations on when and how to apply those fertilizers.
Learn which perennials thrive in shade.
Discover cultivars of native false indigo that are perfectly sized for urban and suburban landscapes.
Learn how "Bad" shade areas can be real assets in your garden.
Create a container garden even a vampire could love by utilizing plants with dark folige and flowers.
