Low Maintenance Perennials

Perennials come back every year without replanting, and these low maintenance plants ask for very little once they settle in. Shop options for full sun, deep shade, dry slopes, and tough soil. Filter by hardiness zone, light, and bloom time to match each plant to its spot.

What Makes a Perennial Low Maintenance?

A low maintenance perennial generally needs regular water during its first season, an annual cutback, and little else once established. Exact needs vary by plant, so check each product page. These plants typically offer:

• Drought tolerance once established
• Sturdy stems that don’t need staking
• Disease and pest resistance
• Long bloom windows, so one plant earns its space for months

Low Maintenance Perennials for Full Sun

Coneflower, sedum, salvia, catmint and daylilies are the dependable choices for hot, bright beds. Coneflower blooms from midsummer into fall, and the seed heads feed goldfinches if you leave them standing.