Perennial Plants for Sale from Spring Hill Nurseries
Perennials are plants that live for more than two years, typically dying back to the ground in winter and regrowing from the same root system in spring. Once established, most perennials are low-maintenance and often handle dry spells better than annuals. Gardeners love them for their cost-effective investment, providing a reliable backbone to flowerbeds that return year after year. Spring Hill Nurseries offer a wide selection of perennial plants – from the new and unusual to old favorites – so you're bound to find the perfect complement to your garden.
Choosing & Planting Perennials
Spring Hill carries a wide selection of perennial plants for sale—from sun-loving bloomers to lush, shade-tolerant foliage. When selecting your perennials, consider these factors to ensure a thriving garden:
- Bloom Time: Stagger your varieties to ensure something is always blooming from early spring through the first frost of fall.
- Lifespan: Consider that some "short-lived" varieties last about 3 years, while others can thrive for decades.
- Spread: Check the "clumping" or spreading habits of the plant to ensure it doesn't crowd its neighbors.
- Sunlight Requirements: Match the plant to the light levels of your specific garden bed.
- Hardiness zones
Tip: For a professional look, plant your perennials in groups of three or five to create a more impactful "drift" of color.
What Are the Most Popular Perennial Plants?
At Spring Hill Nurseries, we offer a mix of new, unusual varieties and time-tested old favorites. Some of our most popular perennial varieties include:
- Coneflower (Echinacea): Rugged, colorful, and a favorite for pollinators.
- Hostas: The gold standard for lush, leafy shade gardens.
- Daylilies: Extremely hardy and available in almost every color imaginable.
- Lavender: Beloved for its fragrance and silvery-green foliage.
- Black-Eyed Susans: A cheerful, late-summer staple for sunny borders.
Sun vs. Shade Perennials
To get the most out of your garden, it is important to place your plants where they will be happiest:
- Full Sun Perennials: For the sunniest parts of your garden, choose sun-loving plants like Salvia or Coreopsis that thrive with at least 6 hours of direct light.
- Full Shade Perennials: Brighten up the darker corners of your yard with foliage-rich plants like Ferns, Bleeding Hearts, or Hellebores.
When Should I Divide Perennials?
Most varieties should be divided every 3 – 4 years in early spring or fall to maintain their vigor and prevent overcrowding.
Do Perennials Bloom the First Year?
Our potted perennials usually bloom their first year in your garden, though some varieties may require a full season to establish their root system before reaching peak performance.
What’s the Difference Between Annuals and Perennials?
The simplest way to remember is that Annuals live for just one growing season, while Perennials return year after year.
