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Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of perennials, where longevity and diversity converge to create a gardener's paradise. At Heijnen Plants, our curated selection embodies the beauty and resilience of these botanical wonders, offering a tapestry of colors, textures, and forms. Each plant in our collection is nurtured with meticulous care, ensuring that our clients receive only the most robust specimens, poised to thrive and enhance any landscape with their perennial charm and grace.

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Acaena microphylla 'Kupferteppich' New Zealand bur

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Acanthus mollis Bear's breech

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Acanthus spinosus Spiny bear's breech

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Achillea filipendulina 'Cloth of Gold' Yarrow

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Achillea millefolium 'Walther Funcke' Yarrow

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Achillea ptarmica 'The Pearl' Sneezewort

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Agastache 'Blue Fortune' Giant hyssop

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Ajuga reptans 'Alba' White-flowered bugle

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Ajuga reptans 'Black Scallop' Bugle

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Ajuga reptans 'Burgundy Glow' Bugle

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Ajuga reptans 'Catlin's Giant' Bugle

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Alchemilla erythropoda Dwarf lady's mantle

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Alyssum montanum 'Berggold' Mountain madwort

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Amsonia 'Blue Ice' Bluestar

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Anaphalis triplinervis Triple-nerved pearly everlasting

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Anemone hupehensis 'Prinz Heinrich' Japanese anemone

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Anemone hybrida 'Pamina' Japanese anemone

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Anemone hybrida 'Whirlwind' Japanese anemone

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Anthemis tinctoria 'Sauce Hollandaise' Dyer's chamomile

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Aquilegia alpina Alpine columbine

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Aquilegia flabellata 'Ministar' Fan-leaved columbine

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Perennials are the backbone of any flourishing garden, providing a rich tapestry of colors, textures, and forms year after year. Among the vast array of perennials, varieties such as Salvia nemorosa 'Ostfriesland' and Pulsatilla vulgaris 'Rubra' stand out for their enduring beauty and resilience. These perennials not only offer a striking visual display but also adapt well to a range of climatic conditions, making them favorites among both novice and experienced gardeners. At Heijnen Plants, we take pride in cultivating these and other high-quality perennials with the utmost care and attention to ensure that each plant thrives in your garden. Our direct-from-grower sales approach guarantees that you receive robust, garden-ready plants, while our commitment to customer satisfaction ensures that you can select the perfect delivery week to suit your gardening schedule. With sustainable packaging and prompt delivery, our perennials are the ideal choice for gardeners who seek beauty and quality.

Discover the Diversity of Perennials

Perennials are the crown jewels of the garden, returning each year to provide a display of color and form that evolves with the seasons. They are plants that live for more than two years, unlike annuals that bloom for a season and then die. Perennials grow and bloom over the spring and summer, die back during the fall and winter, and then return in the spring from their rootstock. This cycle makes them a sustainable choice for gardeners looking to create a long-lasting garden display.

A Palette of Colors and Textures

The variety among perennials is astounding, offering a palette of colors and textures to suit any garden theme or design. The intense blue spikes of Salvia nemorosa 'Ostfriesland' can create a striking contrast against the soft, feathery foliage of other garden plants. Meanwhile, the rich red blooms of Pulsatilla vulgaris 'Rubra' add a touch of elegance to the spring garden, with their delicate, bell-shaped flowers and golden stamens.

Ligularia przewalskii, with its tall spires of yellow flowers, is perfect for adding height and drama to damp, shady spots. Veronica gentianoides offers spires of pale blue flowers that bring a serene tranquility to borders and beds. For those looking for ground cover or rock garden additions, Saxifraga × urbium 'Variegata' provides a lush carpet of variegated leaves and delicate white blooms.

Seasonal Interest and Easy Care

Perennials such as Rudbeckia fulgida 'Goldsturm' are known for their easy care and long blooming period. With bright, golden-yellow flowers, they can light up the late summer garden when many other plants have finished their show. Aconitum carmichaelii 'Arendsii', commonly known as Carmichael's monk's hood, offers tall spikes of deep blue flowers in the fall, a time when fewer plants are in bloom.

Omphalodes verna is an early bloomer with charming blue flowers, perfect for brightening up the spring garden. It pairs well with other shade-loving perennials and adds a splash of color when the garden is just waking up from winter. Origanum 'Rosenkuppel', with its attractive foliage and clusters of purplish-pink blooms, is excellent for attracting pollinators and adding a Mediterranean feel to the garden.

For coastal gardens or harsh conditions, Silene maritima 'Weisskelchen' is an excellent choice. Its resilience to sea spray and its ability to thrive in poor soil make it a valuable plant for challenging sites.

Integrating Perennials into Your Garden

When integrating perennials into your garden, consider their bloom time, height, and the type of soil they prefer. By selecting a range of perennials that bloom at different times, you can create a garden that offers interest throughout the growing season. Consider the texture, shape, and color of both the flowers and the foliage, as these can add as much interest as the blooms themselves.

At Heijnen Plants, we understand the importance of sustainability, which is why our plants come in eco-friendly packaging. Our direct sales model ensures that you receive plants of the highest quality, ready to make a home in your garden. Whether you're looking to create a vibrant border, a serene woodland retreat, or a dynamic rock garden, our selection of perennials will provide the foundation for a garden that grows more beautiful with each passing year.

What function can perennials have in a garden?

Perennials serve multiple functions in the garden, from creating lush borders to filling in gaps with their colorful blooms. They can provide a succession of flowers throughout the growing season, offer habitat for beneficial insects, and bring a cohesive aesthetic to the landscape. With perennials, gardeners can achieve both visual appeal and ecological benefits, making them a versatile choice for any garden design.

Which is the best period for transplanting perennials?

Transplanting perennials is most successful during their dormancy period, typically in early spring or late fall. This timing allows the plants to acclimate to their new location without the stress of blooming or extreme temperatures. At Heijnen Plants, we recommend this practice to ensure a smooth transition and robust growth for the upcoming season.

Which plants can be combined well with perennials?

Perennials from Heijnen Plants blend harmoniously with a variety of other plant types. They can be combined with ornamental grasses for texture, ground cover plants for layering, and border plants for a structured look. Bee-friendly and butterfly-friendly plants can be interspersed to create a pollinator-friendly garden, while foliage plants add contrasting shapes and colors to the perennial backdrop.

In which soil type do most perennials grow well?

Most perennials prefer well-draining soil, rich in organic matter, to promote healthy growth. Heijnen Plants' perennials are cultivated to adapt to a range of soil types; however, it is crucial to ensure the soil is not too wet or dry. Specific soil preferences can be found on our labels, helping customers to achieve the best results in their particular garden conditions.

What popular types of perennials are there?

Heijnen Plants offers an array of popular perennials, including the vibrant Salvia nemorosa 'Ostfriesland', the delicate Pulsatilla vulgaris 'Rubra', and the statuesque Ligularia przewalskii. Gardeners also favor Veronica gentianoides for its striking blooms, Rudbeckia fulgida 'Goldsturm' for its bright, golden flowers, and Aconitum carmichaelii 'Arendsii' for its stately appearance. We provide these varieties and more, each selected for their hardiness and beauty.

In what period can I best plant perennials?

The optimal period for planting perennials is during the cooler months of spring or fall. This timing allows the plants to establish their root systems before the stress of summer heat or winter cold. At Heijnen Plants, we ensure that our perennials are robust and ready for planting by providing them in a condition that facilitates successful transplantation and growth during these ideal planting windows.

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