{"id":2769,"date":"2025-02-10T06:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-02-10T06:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/proxy-botanicalinterestscom.epicgardening.com\/community\/blog\/?p=2769"},"modified":"2025-02-10T20:53:06","modified_gmt":"2025-02-10T20:53:06","slug":"low-maintenance-perennials","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/low-maintenance-perennials\/","title":{"rendered":"19 Low-Maintenance Perennials Anyone Can Grow"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"table-of-contents\">\n    <div class=\"table-of-contents__top\">\n        <p class=\"table-of-contents__title\">\n            Contents        <\/p>\n        <button class=\"btn--small table-of-contents__action\" aria-label=\"Toggle table of contents\"><\/button>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"table-of-contents__list\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<p>Perennials are the backbone of every ornamental garden. While your annuals may come and go, you can rely on your perennials to look good and fill space with color year after year. As a bonus, many are low-maintenance and <strong>super easy to grow,<\/strong> even for beginners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Low-maintenance perennials adapt well to different environments, don&#8217;t require much pruning or feeding, and flower prolifically without fuss from you. Choose ones that fit within your <a href=\"https:\/\/planthardiness.ars.usda.gov\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">USDA Hardiness Zone<\/a> to ensure they come back strong year after year.<\/p>\n\n\n    <div class=\"block-grid\">\n                    <div class=\"block-grid__item\">\n                    <div class=\"product-card \">\n                    <p class='block-title'>Double Sunburst Coreopsis<\/p>        \n                    <figure class=\"product-card__media\">\n                <img loading=\"lazy\" src='https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Double-Sunburst-Coreopsis.jpg' alt=\"Double Sunburst Coreopsis\" width='436' height='436'>            <\/figure>\n        \n                    <div class=\"product-card__rating\">\n                <div class=\"rating\">\n                    <p class=\"rating__text\">\n                        Our Rating                    <\/p>\n                    <ul class=\"stars\"><li 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          Our Rating                    <\/p>\n                    <ul class=\"stars\"><li class=\"stars__item\"><\/li><li class=\"stars__item\"><\/li><li class=\"stars__item\"><\/li><li class=\"stars__item\"><\/li><li class=\"stars__item\"><\/li><\/ul>                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        \n        <div class=\"product-card__content\">\n                            <p class=\"product-card__title\">\n                    Violet Queen Salvia Seeds<br><br>                <\/p>\n            \n                            <div class=\"product-card__action\">\n                    <a class='btn' href='https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/products\/violet-queen-salvia-seeds' target='_blank' rel='nofollow sponsored'><span>View On Botanical Interests<\/span><\/a>                <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n\n            <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"Aster\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Aster<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/proxy-botanicalinterestscom.epicgardening.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Aster.jpg\" alt=\"A shot of a composition of purple colored flowers called Aster, all situated and basking in a bright sunlit area outdoors\" class=\"wp-image-2776\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Aster.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Aster-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Aster-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Aster-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Aster-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Aster-920x518.jpg 920w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Aster-414x233.jpg 414w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Asters are tough and beloved by pollinators. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you need a dose of color in late summer and fall when other flowers are starting to fizzle out, plant low-maintenance asters. These star-shaped flowers are especially <strong>popular with butterflies,<\/strong> so you\u2019ll also see more activity in the garden along with more color. They are perennials in USDA zones 3-8.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Asters are known to be pretty tough. Give them occasional watering and a bit of pruning and they&#8217;ll look good almost all year. To grow these low-maintenance perennials, <a href=\"https:\/\/proxy-botanicalinterestscom.epicgardening.com\/community\/blog\/start-seeds-indoors\/\">start seeds indoors<\/a> around 6 to 8 weeks before your final frost date or direct sow once temperatures are reliably above 60\u00b0F. Place them in full sun to partial shade and trim in early summer to encourage fuller growth and heavier blooming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"Astilbe\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Astilbe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/proxy-botanicalinterestscom.epicgardening.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Astilbe.jpg\" alt=\"A shot of a composition of Astilbe flowers, showcasing its feathery and fern-like foliage with a pink color, all situated in a bright sunlit area outdoors\" class=\"wp-image-2777\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Astilbe.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Astilbe-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Astilbe-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Astilbe-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Astilbe-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Astilbe-920x518.jpg 920w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Astilbe-414x233.jpg 414w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Astilbes feature feathery flowers and fern-like foliage.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>For added texture along with color, astilbe is a great choice. These low-maintenance perennials (in zones 3-8) have <strong>unique feathery flowers <\/strong>and elegant fern-like foliage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Astilbe is one of the go-to perennials for shady or partially shaded areas. Its flowers can last for weeks even without full sun, bringing a pop of color to spots that might lack interest.&nbsp; While they appreciate consistent moisture, once these plants are established, they don\u2019t need constant attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"Baptisia\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Baptisia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/proxy-botanicalinterestscom.epicgardening.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Baptisia.jpg\" alt=\"A shot fa composition of tall flowers blooms called Baptisia, showcasing its purple colored petals and green foliage in a well lit area outdoors\" class=\"wp-image-2781\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Baptisia.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Baptisia-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Baptisia-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Baptisia-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Baptisia-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Baptisia-920x518.jpg 920w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Baptisia-414x233.jpg 414w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The tall blooms of baptisia are ideal for filling empty spaces.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Baptisia has <strong>tall blooms<\/strong> that catch the eye wherever it&#8217;s planted. The<a href=\"https:\/\/plants.ces.ncsu.edu\/plants\/baptisia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> deep taproot helps it survive drought and poor soil<\/a>, meaning there\u2019s hardly any watering needed once it settles in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Baptisia grows quite large over time, ideal for filling empty spaces. Even when they&#8217;re not flowering, the foliage adds great ornamental value in the garden. They are ideal for gardeners in zones 3-9.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pick a <strong>spot with full sun<\/strong> (at least six hours a day) and good drainage. Young plants need regular watering during the first season, but after that, they generally rely on rainfall. If you do need to move or divide them, keep in mind that the deep roots can be tricky to dig up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"Bee_Balm\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bee Balm<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/proxy-botanicalinterestscom.epicgardening.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Bee-Balm.jpg\" alt=\"A shot of a composition of scarlet colored flowers called Bee Balm alongside its green foliage in a well lit area\" class=\"wp-image-2782\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Bee-Balm.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Bee-Balm-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Bee-Balm-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Bee-Balm-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Bee-Balm-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Bee-Balm-920x518.jpg 920w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Bee-Balm-414x233.jpg 414w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">This versatile flower is famous for attracting hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/products\/lambada-bee-balm-seeds\">Bee balm<\/a> is a low-maintenance perennial that lives up to its name. These flowers are famous for attracting hummingbirds, butterflies, and of course, bees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The unique flowers are colorful and <strong>have a refreshing fragrance. <\/strong>It\u2019s also a classic choice for cottage gardens, adding that delicate and wispy look without requiring much attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Start seeds indoors about 8 to 10 weeks before the last frost. Once it\u2019s settled, deadheading encourages more flowers. They are perennials in zones 4-9, but don&#8217;t overwinter well in extreme climates.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"Black-Eyed_Susan\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Black-Eyed Susan<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/proxy-botanicalinterestscom.epicgardening.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Black-Eyed-Susan.jpg\" alt=\"A shot of yellow colored Black-Eyed Susan flowers and a bee feeding on its nectar, all placed in a well lit area outdoors\" class=\"wp-image-2783\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Black-Eyed-Susan.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Black-Eyed-Susan-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Black-Eyed-Susan-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Black-Eyed-Susan-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Black-Eyed-Susan-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Black-Eyed-Susan-920x518.jpg 920w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Black-Eyed-Susan-414x233.jpg 414w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Black-eyed Susans are known for adapting to almost any conditions.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Any list of low-maintenance perennials would be incomplete without <a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/products\/black-eyed-susan-seeds\">black-eyed Susans<\/a>. These yellow flowers are staples of summer, <strong>instantly recognizable<\/strong> and beloved by gardeners. Black-eyed Susan is a short-lived perennial in zones 3-7 that may come back for a second or third year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Known for adapting to almost any conditions, they quickly bounce back from dry spells and just keep blooming. They also happen to be pollinator magnets, welcoming bees and butterflies to your backyard. If left to their own devices, they\u2019ll reseed and gradually fill out a bed without any extra effort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Starting these from seed is straightforward, and you have <strong>plenty of options<\/strong> when it comes to cultivars. Either sow indoors about 8 to 10 weeks before your last frost date or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/start-seeds-outdoors\/\">outdoors<\/a> 2 to 4 weeks before.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"Blanket_Flower\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Blanket Flower<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/proxy-botanicalinterestscom.epicgardening.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Blanket-Flower.jpg\" alt=\"An overhead shot of yellow and red colored flowers called Blanket Flower, all placed in a well lit area outdoors\" class=\"wp-image-2784\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Blanket-Flower.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Blanket-Flower-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Blanket-Flower-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Blanket-Flower-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Blanket-Flower-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Blanket-Flower-920x518.jpg 920w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Blanket-Flower-414x233.jpg 414w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Gaillardia performs best in hot locations and doesn&#8217;t mind minimal watering.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Blanket flower combines warm reds, oranges, and yellows in one adorable daisy-like flower. This tough perennial is happiest in hot locations and doesn&#8217;t mind minimal watering. Varieties like &#8216;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/products\/goblin-gaillardia-seeds\">Goblin&#8217;<\/a> are proven performers with impressive color.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Gaillardia <strong>blooms for months on end <\/strong>in zones 3-10, attracting butterflies and other beneficial pollinators. If you\u2019re looking for a pop of color that won\u2019t mind summer heat, this perennial is the answer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Start seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks before your final frost date if you want to get a head start, or 4 to 6 weeks if direct sowing outdoors. Transplant them into well-draining soil with plenty of sun exposure. Overly rich soil or excessive fertilizer can lead to floppy growth, so less fuss is better than too much.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"Catnip\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Catnip<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/proxy-botanicalinterestscom.epicgardening.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Catnip.jpg\" alt=\"A shot of a composition of Catnip plants situated in a well lit area outdoors\" class=\"wp-image-2482\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Catnip.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Catnip-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Catnip-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Catnip-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Catnip-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Catnip-920x518.jpg 920w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Catnip-414x233.jpg 414w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">This pretty purple perennial rarely needs watering and can handle poor soils.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/products\/catnip-seeds\">Catnip<\/a> might not be the first perennial to come to mind when planning your garden, but these flowers certainly fit the tough and low-maintenance description. The gray-green leaves and lavender blooms have <strong>impressive ornamental value, <\/strong>and pollinators adore it just as much as cats do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once established, catnip rarely needs watering and can handle poorer soils with ease. It&#8217;s such a quick grower in the right conditions that it can be considered aggressive in some areas. If you need it to remain confined, keep your shears handy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Catnip grows best in <strong>full sun and well-draining soil.<\/strong> Trim regularly to keep the plant neat, but also to prevent it from spreading too wildly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"Coreopsis\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Coreopsis<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/proxy-botanicalinterestscom.epicgardening.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Coreopsis.jpg\" alt=\"Overhead shot of yellow colored Coreopsis flowers alongside its green foliage in a well lit area\" class=\"wp-image-1981\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Coreopsis.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Coreopsis-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Coreopsis-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Coreopsis-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Coreopsis-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Coreopsis-920x518.jpg 920w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Coreopsis-414x233.jpg 414w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Coreopsis can handle heat, poor soils, and mild drought.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Like a few other entries on this list, coreopsis also has sunny, daisy-like blossoms, appearing from early summer into fall. They handle heat, less-than-ideal soil, and even mild drought without much complaint. These flowers are perennials in zones 3-8.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bumblebees and butterflies<\/strong> love them, which is another bonus if you\u2019re aiming for a wildlife-friendly space. Plant these in a spot where their colorful flowers can stand out, preferably close to your home, to enjoy the activity they bring. Try &#8216;Double Sunburst&#8217; for a sunny yellow hue or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/products\/incredible-swirl-coreopsis-seeds\">&#8216;Incredible! Swirl&#8217;<\/a> for a dramatic purple.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Start seeds indoors about 4 to 6 weeks before the last frost or direct sow outdoors once temperatures increase. A spot in full sun works best, and they won\u2019t mind poor soil as long as it drains well (in other words, no heavy clay).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"Daylily\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Daylily<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/proxy-botanicalinterestscom.epicgardening.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Daylily.jpg\" alt=\"A shot of yellow colored flowers called Daylily, and its green foliage in a well lit area outdoors\" class=\"wp-image-2785\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Daylily.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Daylily-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Daylily-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Daylily-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Daylily-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Daylily-920x518.jpg 920w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Daylily-414x233.jpg 414w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Each bloom will last one day, but the plant produces an abundance of flowers.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A daylily bloom may only <strong>last a day<\/strong> (hence the name), but the plant produces so many flowers that you won&#8217;t even notice. With a huge range of colors, you&#8217;ll definitely find one that fits your garden style.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These low-maintenance perennials tolerate almost any soil and aren\u2019t needy about watering. They are an easy pick if you want a perennial in zones 4-9 that asks for very little in return.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Before your daylilies go in the ground, make sure the<strong> soil drains well.<\/strong> A spot in full sun works best, though many varieties adjust to partial shade, too. They\u2019re happy to grow and multiply on their own without much attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"Echinacea\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Echinacea<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/proxy-botanicalinterestscom.epicgardening.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Echinacea.jpg\" alt=\"A shot of several pink colored flowers and its green stalks called Echinacea, all placed alongside other flowers in a well lit area outdoors\" class=\"wp-image-2787\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Echinacea.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Echinacea-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Echinacea-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Echinacea-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Echinacea-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Echinacea-920x518.jpg 920w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Echinacea-414x233.jpg 414w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Coneflowers are well known for being tough, beautiful, and attractive to pollinators.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Echinacea is my top low-maintenance perennial choice for zones 3-8.\u00a0 It is well-known for ticking all the boxes: tough, beautiful, and attractive to pollinators (and that&#8217;s ignoring the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nccih.nih.gov\/health\/echinacea\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">suggested medicinal benefits<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The blooms have a <strong>spiky cone in the center,<\/strong> instantly drawing in bees and other beneficial insects. This shape also gives them their common name, coneflower. Once established, these plants tolerate drought, handle any soil, and don&#8217;t need more than the occasional deadheading.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To start coneflowers from seed, sow indoors about 10 to 12 weeks before your last frost. If you start indoors, your plant may bloom in the first year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"Joe_Pye_Weed\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Joe Pye Weed<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/proxy-botanicalinterestscom.epicgardening.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Joe-Pye-Weed.jpg\" alt=\"A shot of several tall stalks of the Joe Pye Weed flower, all situated in a well lit area outdoors\" class=\"wp-image-2788\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Joe-Pye-Weed.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Joe-Pye-Weed-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Joe-Pye-Weed-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Joe-Pye-Weed-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Joe-Pye-Weed-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Joe-Pye-Weed-920x518.jpg 920w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Joe-Pye-Weed-414x233.jpg 414w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Tall and stately, Joe Pye produces clusters of pinkish-purple flowers.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Joe Pye weed might have an off-putting name, but it\u2019s one of the best perennials for<strong> attracting beneficial insects.<\/strong> In late summer, it produces clusters of purple-pink flower heads that fit right at home in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/seeds-cottagecore-garden\/\">cottage gardens<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Despite its height, Joe Pye weed doesn\u2019t demand much. Extra moisture when rain is scarce and plenty of sun is all it really needs to perform. They grow well in zones 2-9.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After planting, keep seedlings <strong>consistently moist at first,<\/strong> especially if you live in a drier climate. Once the plants are established, they can handle short dry spells. As it can grow quite tall, a stake or support may help in windy areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"Lavender\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lavender<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/proxy-botanicalinterestscom.epicgardening.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/A-shot-of-English-Tall-Lavender-flowers.jpg\" alt=\"A shot of a field of English Lavender flowers, showcasing its purple flowers in a well lit area outdoors\" class=\"wp-image-1703\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/A-shot-of-English-Tall-Lavender-flowers.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/A-shot-of-English-Tall-Lavender-flowers-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/A-shot-of-English-Tall-Lavender-flowers-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/A-shot-of-English-Tall-Lavender-flowers-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/A-shot-of-English-Tall-Lavender-flowers-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/A-shot-of-English-Tall-Lavender-flowers-920x518.jpg 920w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/A-shot-of-English-Tall-Lavender-flowers-414x233.jpg 414w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">This popular herb is known for its fragrant blooms and calming properties.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/products\/munstead-lavender-seeds\">Lavender<\/a> is a perennial garden staple. This famous flower is known for its fragrant foliage and calming properties, useful in gardens and around your home. If you live in zones 5-9, you shouldn&#8217;t have trouble keeping them happy season after season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The classic purple blooms thrive in<strong> sunny, dry conditions.<\/strong> If your soil is on the sandy side or you often forget to water, lavender won\u2019t be bothered. Too much attention usually does more harm than good.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lavender takes a while to germinate and establish. Sow seeds indoors 10 to 12 weeks before your last frost and be patient. Once they\u2019re in the ground, water regularly at first, then ease off to prevent root rot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"Liatris\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Liatris<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/proxy-botanicalinterestscom.epicgardening.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Liatris.jpg\" alt=\"A shot of several tall stalks of Liatris flowers showcasing its fluffy appearance and purple color\" class=\"wp-image-2789\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Liatris.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Liatris-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Liatris-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Liatris-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Liatris-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Liatris-920x518.jpg 920w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Liatris-414x233.jpg 414w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Blazing Star plants have fluffy flowers that handle drought well.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Liatris has dramatic fluffy flowers that are beloved by pollinators like butterflies and bees, and they look <strong>amazing in cut flower arrangements.<\/strong> You may know it by its common name, blazing star.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Thanks to its deep roots, blazing star handles drought well once established. It also flowers prolifically without much attention, as long as you plant it in the right spot. Removing spent flower spikes can keep plants looking neat, though it\u2019s not 100% necessary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"Milkweed\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Milkweed<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/proxy-botanicalinterestscom.epicgardening.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Milkweed.jpg\" alt=\"A shot of a Milkweed flower with a butterfly feeding on its nectar in a well lit area\" class=\"wp-image-2462\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Milkweed.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Milkweed-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Milkweed-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Milkweed-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Milkweed-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Milkweed-920x518.jpg 920w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Milkweed-414x233.jpg 414w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Fragrant and pretty, milkweed supports wildlife.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/products\/common-milkweed-butterfly-flower-seeds\">Milkweed<\/a> is famous for being the <strong>food source of monarch butterfly<\/strong> larvae. Beyond supporting wildlife, the clusters of blooms also vary in color from pink to orange, adding bright pops of color wherever they are planted. They are perennials in most USDA zones (3 and above). Milkweed can handle most soil types, and most spread steadily without much intervention, creating a natural meadow feel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sowing milkweed seeds involves a period of cold stratification, making them great candidates for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/winter-sowing-guide\/\">winter sowing<\/a>. You can mimic that indoors by placing seeds in the fridge for a few weeks too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"Phlox\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Phlox<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/proxy-botanicalinterestscom.epicgardening.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Phlox.jpg\" alt=\"A shot of a composition of Phlox flowers with colors ranging from red, and pin, alongside its green foliage in a well lit area outdoors\" class=\"wp-image-1989\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Phlox.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Phlox-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Phlox-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Phlox-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Phlox-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Phlox-920x518.jpg 920w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Phlox-414x233.jpg 414w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Phlox is low-maintenance and produces brightly-colored blooms.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Garden phlox (<em>Phlox paniculata<\/em>) easily fills beds with<strong> eye-catching color, <\/strong>pairing well with several other low-maintenance perennials on this list. Butterflies can\u2019t resist it, and it\u2019s a staple in cottage gardens too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Phlox is surprisingly adaptable, handling full sun to partial shade and not demanding constant fertilizer or pruning. Plant them in the right location and they won&#8217;t need much from you. After planting, just give it moderate moisture, especially during summer heat. Some taller types may need light staking if they\u2019re placed in a windy spot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"Salvia\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Salvia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/proxy-botanicalinterestscom.epicgardening.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Shutterstock_2249848381.jpg\" alt=\"Purple salvia in a perennial clump on a sunny day\" class=\"wp-image-2811\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Shutterstock_2249848381.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Shutterstock_2249848381-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Shutterstock_2249848381-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Shutterstock_2249848381-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Shutterstock_2249848381-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Shutterstock_2249848381-920x518.jpg 920w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Shutterstock_2249848381-414x233.jpg 414w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The plant is known to be hardy and comes in a wide range of different colors.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Salvia is a tough plant that comes in a <strong>range of unique and eye-catching colors. <\/strong>If you&#8217;re after a specific garden color scheme, you&#8217;ll definitely find one that works for your space. Varieties with blue flowers are particularly popular, like &#8216;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/products\/blue-victory-salvia-seeds\">Blue Victory&#8217;<\/a> or &#8216;Violet Queen&#8217;.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The flowers attract a range of pollinators, mostly bees. Add its drought-tolerant nature and you have a perfect low-maintenance perennial for sunny beds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Salvias <strong>take a while to germinate<\/strong> from seed, but it is easier to find the colors you want if you go that route. Sow them indoors 8 to 10 weeks before your final frost date. Once the seedlings germinate, transplant them outdoors in a spot with good drainage and plenty of sun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"Sedum\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sedum<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/proxy-botanicalinterestscom.epicgardening.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Sedum.jpg\" alt=\"A shot of pink-red colored flowers of the Sedum plant, alongside its green foliage in a well lit area\" class=\"wp-image-2790\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Sedum.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Sedum-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Sedum-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Sedum-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Sedum-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Sedum-920x518.jpg 920w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Sedum-414x233.jpg 414w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Sedums have fleshy, succulent leaves and small pink or red blooms.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>For something a little different, try sedums. These perennials have fleshy succulent leaves and small blooms that typically transition from pale to deep pink or red, depending on the species.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sedum is perfect for <strong>hot and dry beds,<\/strong> handling neglect and continuing to perform well into fall. Bees and butterflies love the flowers, making it an excellent choice for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/sow-your-love-for-pollinators\/\">pollinator-friendly beds<\/a> or rock gardens. Once established, they are one of the most drought-tolerant perennials around.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"Shasta_Daisy\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Shasta Daisy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/proxy-botanicalinterestscom.epicgardening.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Shasta-Daisy.jpg\" alt=\"An overhead shot of a composition of Daisy flowers in a well li area outdoors\" class=\"wp-image-2194\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Shasta-Daisy.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Shasta-Daisy-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Shasta-Daisy-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Shasta-Daisy-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Shasta-Daisy-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Shasta-Daisy-920x518.jpg 920w, https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/community\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Shasta-Daisy-414x233.jpg 414w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Daisies feature white blooms with bright yellow centers.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicalinterests.com\/products\/alaska-shasta-daisy-seeds\">Shasta daisies<\/a> have classic white blooms with bright yellow centers, creating a timeless meadow look in any flower bed. These perennials thrive in full sun and well-draining soil, returning reliably every year without a lot of extra care. Plus, they make excellent cut flowers, keeping bouquets fresh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sow from seed indoors<\/strong> about 6 to 8 weeks before your last frost date, or plant them outside when the soil warms. Once established, they only need occasional watering\u2014just be sure not to let them sit in waterlogged soil. 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