Reference: Botanical to Common Names | Flowering Schedules | From Seed | For Beginners
Perennials for: Cut Flowers | Specimen Plants | Edging | Rock Gardens
Perennials by Light: Dry and Hot | Sun | Semi-shade | Shade
Perennials by Soil: Dry Sandy | Well Drained | Poor Soil | Wet Soil | Water

These perennials are perfect for those who would like to start gardening. These plants are available in a variety of colors to give you that splash of color and variety without over whelming you with care of hundreds of varieties.
| Common Name | Scientific Name |
| Aster | Aster species |
| Chrysanthemum or just "mums" | Chryanthemum morifolium |
| Daylily | Hemerocallis hybrid |
| Iris | Iris species |
| Phlox | Phlox paniculata |
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