Perennials. (Assuming this means comes back every year)?

Question

Ive got a tiny garden and I mean tiny (postage stamp size) What plants can I use that wont 'take over' the small amount of soil I have. I want something that will come back year after year.

Answer 1

I think having plants in pots and tubs would be ideal for your garden. They won't grow too big because their roots are restricted by the pot. I would suggest some small shrub Roses in lovely deep pinks and reds, definitely a pot of mixed herbs for colour and smell and also to use fresh whenever you need them. A miniature apple tree kept in a pot will give you fresh fruit every year and again won't grow too tall. Iris's are also a must in the garden either miniature or large they can both be pot grown and moved around for a different perspective. One plant that also grows well in a pot and looks stunning is an Agapanthus which comes in either blue or white. I envy you this task. My garden is too well established for me to change it.

Answer 2

It depends on a lot of things - where you live, etc etc. Why don't you go and see your local gardening centre and see what you really like. You might like peonies, etc. The choice is enormous. You might also consider bulbs. And think about plants at the back of your borders - climbers or shrubs.
Concentrate on every third plant being an evergreen. But a good idea is to go to the garden centre every month, to see what is in flower. That way you have continuous interest. And read gardening magazines and visit your library. There are books on small gardens with plans.
Enjoy your garden.

Answer 3

Herbs -
thyme (is not only a perennial, but it's also evergreen, many varieties)
rosemary (perennial, and evergreen)

Flowers -
Marigolds (annual, but freely and abundantly reseeds)
Oxalis - (perennial, evergreen, has purple flowers, looks like large clover leaves when not blooming, very attractive, stays compact)

Vegetables - asparagus (perennial, and has a fernlike appearance, it would be the only plant in your garden though because it does take up a little space...there aren't hardly any perennial vegetables)

Those are the best of the best I could think of. Come to think of it, a small garden with oxalis, thyme, rosemary, and marigolds would be very pretty. They can all be kept compact very easily, they're all hardy plants, and the oxalis, thyme and rosemary all stay green all year. Thyme produces a carpet of small pretty white to purple flowers that are fragrant, and rosemary will produce purple flowers once matured (2 years or so). Then the oxalis has purple flowers, and the marigolds have yellow and orange flowers and a wonderful herblike scent.

Answer 4

depends on a number of factors,such as soil type and condition,weather and enviromental conditions and the usda zone that you live in.some annuals up north may be a perrinial down south.look around your nieghborhood and see what thrives in your area and that catches your eye.some of the hardier perrinials that do good in all soil types include hosta,daylilies,iris,sedum and coneflower.dont forget about flowering bulbs such as tulips,hyacith,crocus,and daffadills.a local garden center should be able to help you and sell stuff that will thrive in your area.be creative and take chances.you will be suprised at the results.there are no rules so have fun with it.with a small area you may want to go up.flowering vines such as clematis and honeysuckle take up little ground space.also getting a small clipping or piece of perrenials from family and friends makes it easeir on the pocketbook.good luck and enjoy

Answer 5

Perennials do indeed come back every year. They put out new foliage and flower each season. Generally perennials are considered early, mid, or late season bloomers. they die back in winter and reemerge the following spring. Perennials do grow larger each year but there are some which do so slowly such as peony, sedum "autumn joy", and phlox (there are many more). Once they do outgrow there spot, you can easily divide them and share with them friends. Good Luck

Answer 6

Perennials come back year after year. They are usually a little more expensive to buy than annuals,

Answer 7

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Answer 8

Bearded iris are very nice. Tulips, Daffodils,

Small shrubs. They breed kinds now that won't grow very big. Ask for them at Walmart in the Spring. Plant early so they survive the winter.

Answer 9

Daylilies like Stella D'Oro, Happy Returns, Strawberry Candy will do the trick.

Answer 10

no garden how small should be without a hardy fuchsia
i like white ones