Bloom time is dependent upon species, but sun perennial flowers generally bloom during the spring, summer and fall. Here are some of our favorites for every season: Early spring: Phlox, Widow's Tears. Late spring: Butterfly weed, Iris. Early summer: Coneflower, roses. Late summer: Peony, daylilies. Fall: Chrysanthemum, asters.

From Coneflowers, daylilies, peonies, and more, sun perennials make the perfect addition to any garden or landscaping. Planting instructions mostly depend on which variety of sun loving perennials you're growing, but most sun perennials have similar needs. Sun perennials need at least six hours of direct light each day, and some varieties won't bloom if provided with less. Check your individual plant to see if it can withstand your zone's mid-day heat, and assess where the brightest sun hits your landscape. Sunny perennials tend to need well-draining soil-most plants cannot survive having sogg

Yes! Sun loving perennials will return year after year. Most sun loving perennials are cold hardy and bloom for years on end. These sun loving plants are low maintenance and easy to plant. With adequate care, your perennials will come back year after year-these plants are truly an investment in your garden. Keep in mind that not every perennial plant is perennial in all zones. Some plants are cold-hardy in warm zones, but will not come back after an extremely frigid winter. Check your cold hardiness zone when buying sun perennials for far-northern gardens to ensure your varieties are cold-hard