Gardening enthusiasts in the UK reap the rewards of growing herbaceous perennials, which reward them with an ever-changing, colour-packed display throughout the year in their outdoor space. Herbs abound with a variety of benefits both for the gardener and for their garden.

Herbaceous perennials tend to be plants that live more than one year and clump together to provide a stunning addition to any garden with their lush foliage and striking blooms. Perennials are also low-maintenance and can easily come back year after year with minimal effort.

The environmental benefits of herbaceous perennials are numerous. Because they are perennials, they do not need to be constantly replanted every year. Instead, they are planted once and that’s pretty much it – as well as the occasional trimming and watering of course. This eliminates the need for fertiliser and frequent replanting, reducing the amount of waste created by your gardening techniques. Furthermore, as perennials flower at different times throughout the year, they provide a valuable source of nectar for bees and other pollinators, helping to maintain the health and biodiversity of a garden.

Furthermore, herbaceous perennials provide a variety of colours throughout the year, creating an alluring display that can transform any outdoor space into an even more beautiful oasis. Whether an eye-catching perennial peony, giant alliums or daffodil, there is no shortage of choice when it comes to herbaceous plants.

Herbaceous perennials can also provide great returns for the savvy gardener. Thanks to these plants’ low maintenance requirements, they can be grown in large pots and containers with minimal effort. After just one season, you can easily repot them and pass them on to friends and family, or sell them at local school fetes and fairs.

Overall, the benefits of incorporating herbaceous perennials into any outdoor space are simply too good to pass on. They not only add incredible beauty and vibrancy to your garden, but also provide a great way to reduce environmental waste and generate income. What’s not to love?