Why plant perennial flowers

Perennials live for three or more years. Annuals live for only one year. Perennials are typically more robust than annuals. They usually have a shorter blooming period however they will continue blooming year after year without needing to be replanted. They will not re-bloom forever, but if properly taken care of they can continue blooming for several years. Perennials are a good choice if you want lower maintenance flowers or if you want the same flowers blossoming in your garden for several years.

Some of our favourite perennial flowers are:

• Lavender
• Aster
• Peony
• Dianthus
• Fuchsia
• Geranium
• Chrysanthemums
• Daffodils

Why plant annual flowers

Annual flowers have a wider range of flower types and characteristics than perennials, but annuals typically will bloom and then die in one season. With proper pruning, annuals can bloom abundantly. Most annuals will need to be replanted after dying (which is usually in the winter), but sometimes they can self-seed and regrow the following year. Annuals are a great option if you want an abundance of blooming flowers in your garden, or if you like to change your garden more frequently.

Some of our favourite annuals are:

• Cosmos
• Marigold
• Petunia
• Zinnia
• Snap Dragon
• Sunflower
• Dahlia
• Pansies