Color that comes back stronger every year
Hostas, daylilies, ornamental grasses, and hundreds more at Colonial Classics in Newburgh. Reliable color that returns stronger every year.
Hundreds of varieties. All proven here.
Perennials are the backbone of a beautiful low-maintenance garden. Plant them once and enjoy them for years. The selection includes everything from classic hostas and daylilies to dramatic ornamental grasses and native wildflowers. All proven performers in southern Indiana.
The perennial inventory is grown by regional nurseries that start plants in the same climate you garden in. They arrive ready to perform, not recover.
Staff includes Master Gardener volunteers and experienced landscapers who grow these same plants in their own gardens. Recommendations are personal.
A dedicated native and pollinator section supports local ecology while giving you low-maintenance options that thrive without heavy watering or fertilizing.
Why these perennials perform
Plant Once. Enjoy for Years.
Perennials return every spring without replanting. Your garden gets fuller and more established each season.
Sun or Shade Options
Whether your beds get full sun or sit under mature canopy, there are perennials that will thrive in your exact conditions.
Native & Pollinator Plants
A dedicated native section supports local pollinators and requires less water and maintenance once established.
Expert-Labeled Selection
Every perennial is clearly tagged with sun needs, mature size, bloom time, and care level so you can shop with confidence.
Get more from every plant you bring home
The advice given most often at the garden center. Passed along to you.
Plant in Groups of Three or Five
Odd-numbered groupings create a more natural look. Three of the same variety planted together have more visual impact than three different singles.
Deadhead for Extended Bloom
Removing spent flowers encourages many perennials to produce a second flush of blooms. Coneflowers and black-eyed Susans respond especially well.
Divide Every Few Years
Most perennials benefit from division every 3-4 years. It keeps plants healthy, improves flowering, and gives you free plants for other spots.
Pick it. It gets planted right.
Get a perennial garden plan tailored to your sun exposure, soil, and style.
“I came in for three hostas and left with an entire shade garden plan. The staff helped me pick varieties that bloom at different times so something is always happening in that bed.”
Lisa T.
Evansville gardener
Perennials questions answered
What is the difference between a perennial and an annual?
Perennials come back on their own each year. Annuals bloom for one season and need to be replanted. Perennials cost more upfront but save money over time because you only buy them once.
When should I plant perennials?
Spring and fall are both great. Fall gives roots extra time to establish before summer heat. Spring works well as long as you water consistently through the first hot months.
Do perennials bloom all season?
Most perennials bloom for a few weeks to a couple of months. By choosing varieties with staggered bloom times, you can have color from April through October.
Will deer eat my perennials?
Some varieties are deer-resistant. Lavender, catmint, salvia, and ornamental grasses are rarely bothered. The staff can point you toward the best options if deer are a problem in your area.
How do I know what will grow in shade?
Every plant on the display tables is tagged with its sun requirements. Look for the shade symbol, or ask a team member to walk you through the shade-tolerant section.
Come see what is blooming right now
The tables change every week as new varieties come into bloom. The best way to choose is to see them in person.
Browse the display tables
Walk through the perennial section and see hundreds of varieties organized by sun, shade, and bloom season. Every plant is tagged and labeled.
Plan your color palette
Tell the staff what colors you love and when you want peak bloom. They will help you build a mix that looks great from spring through fall.
Plant with confidence
Take your plants home with care instructions for each variety. Or have the crew plant and mulch your new beds for you.
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