Perennial Planting Plans
Planning a perennial flower garden in advance allows gardeners to create continuous color throughout the year. Perennial flowers live longer than annuals and bloom at varying times of the year, so plan your garden in advance for long-lasting, vivid color and flower diversity. Does this Spark an idea?
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Flower Selection
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Before planting a perennial garden, visit your local nursery to find the best varieties for your climate zone and soil type. Once you have selected the flowers you want to plant, research their blooming periods and growing requirements. Select a variety of flowers with many different blooming periods if you want to have year-round color in your garden. If you want a colorful flower garden, choose flowers with different colors of flowers and foliage.
Site Selection
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The specific details of your garden design vary based on the shape and size of the soil site. Most perennials enjoy full sun, although some will tolerate shade, so choose a spot with adequate sunlight. For border gardens, allow at least 6 feet in width for maximum workability.
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Soil Preparation
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Since perennials live for several growing seasons, it is crucial that the soil site is well-prepared. Take a soil sample in to your local university extension to have it tested for pH and nutrient levels. Once you have attained a soil analysis, apply fertilizers and other soil amendments as needed. Clear the soil site of all weeds and apply an herbicide if desired. The best time to apply weedkillers is late spring or early summer, according to the University of Minnesota Sustainable Urban Landscape Information Series.
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