These herbaceous perennials are best adapted for Colorado's lower elevations. Herbaceous perennials differ in bloom period, flower color, height, foliage texture and environmental requirements. Environmental requirements include sun and wind exposure or lack of it, soil conditions and water needs. Matching the perennial plant to the site conditions produces a successful perennial Garden.
Gardeners create showy collections of herbaceous perennials.
Under normal growing conditions, perennials live many years, dying back to the ground each winter. They quickly establish themselves in a few growing seasons and create a backbone for the flower Garden. Plants vary in flower color, bloom time, height, foliage texture and environmental requirements. Environmental requirements include sun exposure, soil conditions and water needs. The key to a successful perennial Garden is to choose plants whose requirements match your site's conditions.