The Remarkable Perennial Plants

Buy Shade Perennials at Blossoms & Bulbs

Full-shade perennials become perfect options to brighten up dark corners of the yard. With a wide selection of plants, every gardener will find beautiful perennial plants for full shade. Check the available options and decide which one fits your garden the most.

Shade Perennials - Beautiful Flowers Covered With Dark

Shade flowers should not be underestimated, as they are as beautiful as sun perennials. Unusually, most long-living perennials are shade-type, and if you are interested in long-term investments in your garden, they should be your priority. Options like wood poppy light up dark corners, bringing in their beauty and adding joy to shade gardens. Their bright yellow blossoms create a strong contrast with the dark tone of your shade garden and enhance your pattern even more.

Both full- and part-shade plants bloom during the season, bringing warmth and brightness to the yard. Moreover, their adaptability allows you to spend less time maintaining them in the garden, as most plants survive in strict conditions without struggling.

Wild geranium is famous not only for its soft color and texture but also for its strong adaptability. This flower can be either a plant for ground cover or a focal point that attracts pollinators and satisfies owners. The peak bloom happens at the end of spring, bringing soft and vibrant colors.

Shade-loving perennials are durable and can survive in dry conditions, but most plants require saturated soil with minerals and vitamins. Also, it's essential to mulch around the planting area to retain the moisture and keep it cool for roots in the summer. With dozens of shade perennials available at our store, you will have no problems finding flowering plants. Flowering shrubs and other plants in your garden will create the pattern you've dreamed about.

When to Plant Shade Perennials?

The best time to plant shade perennials is fall. Why? At this period, plants don't spend much energy growing. They establish a presence in the soil by advancing the root system. Later, when the spring comes, they unleash their energy to produce leaves and petals and shine bright during the bloom.

Common Problems With Shade Perennials and Effective Solutions for Them

Shade plants may be easy to maintain, but it doesn't mean they are simple to care for ultimately. Slugs and snails are considered the worst enemies of gardeners. First, they seem safe, but once they infiltrate the area, your plants are in danger. From leaving holes in leaves to eradicating the plant, they may cause severe damage.

These are the first signs of infestation-if you see damaged foliage on young leaves and hosta plants. Slugs and snails won't show up during the daytime, so if you want to know, wait until the sun goes down. Check under the rocks and in other damp areas. The best time to do this is early morning when these creatures are still sleeping.

How can you protect your plants from infestation? Use sand or eggshells to create a rough surface around perennial flowers. This will prevent soft-bodied pests from entering your space. Another option is to attract natural predators like birds and toads, who will hunt intruders and secure your space.

The second major problem that prevents shade perennials from evolving is poor drainage. If the soil you use for your plants is constantly soggy, it isn't easy to regulate the moisture and keep perennials for shade and other plants alive. The first thing to do is to test the drainage. Drill a hole 12 inches wide and 18 inches deep. Fill it with water and wait. If the water doesn't disappear within the next 24 hours, it means you have problems with drainage. The simplest way to fix this is to add compost to the soil. Compost contains pore spaces for oxygen, and incorporating 3-4 inches of compost per year will improve drainage.

If it's your first experience with shade plants and you need more care tips, don't hesitate to contact our specialists. They will provide all the required information about the shade perennial's life cycle and explain how to care for them at all stages.

Why is Purchasing Perennials at Blossoms & Bulbs Advantageous?

 We carefully pack them and prepare them for delivery so your plants will arrive safely. Our goal is to make products affordable, so we offer perennials in the best price range available among competitors.

In 1959, we were established as a top-rated brand for gardeners across the United States. Our unwavering credibility has been proven hundreds of times by numerous reviews and positive client feedback. Everyone who ordered shade perennials, as well as other plants at our store, was 100% satisfied making such decisions.

The plants we offer are not only beautiful but also eco-friendly, adapted to the soil and climate conditions across the country. It makes you spend fewer resources on maintenance, so there's no need to repeat the same upkeep rituals all the time. Moreover, when perennials and other herbs arrive at a new environment, it doesn't take long for them to adapt. It's a guarantee that your greenery will live longer.

Make the decision today to grow perennial shade plants and let them decorate your garden.

FAQ

Which shade perennials have the longest blooming?

Astilbe has one of the longest bloom periods, lasting around three months from late spring to late summer.

What perennials bloom all summer?

Salvia "Blue Hill" and "May Night" are the most long-lasting perennials.

What flowers can evolve in full shade?

Ferns and hostas are considered plants that are the easiest to grow in 100% shade.