Long flowering perennials

Long-flowering perennials are a real asset for every garden lover. They do not flower for a few weeks, but often for months on end. That means: less work, more enjoyment. In addition, these plants attract all kinds of useful insects. Think of bees, butterflies and bumblebees. Good for nature and fun to look at.

Discover our long-flowering perennials: something for everyone

At Bulbs4you you will find a beautiful selection of long-flowering perennials that each provide color and life in your garden. Whether you like cheerful flowers, graceful leaves or are looking for more structure: there is always a plant that suits your style and garden.

Below we highlight a few of our favorites. These toppers bloom for a long time and are easy to maintain. This way you can enjoy a garden full of flowers without any hassle, from spring until well into autumn.

Cranesbill (Geranium): reliable and abundant flowers

The stork's bill is one of those plants you can always count on. This perennial blooms from late spring until deep into summer. Some types of geraniums even give a second bloom in late summer.

Place it in a sunny or semi-shaded spot with well-drained soil. After the first bloom, cut the plant back a little. This will encourage new flowers.

Broken heart: graceful bloomer for partial shade

The Broken Heart ( Dicentra spectabilis ) blooms early in the year with special, heart-shaped flowers. The blooming starts in April and lasts until June.

This plant is at home in partial shade to sun, as long as the soil remains moist but not too wet. Combine it with other spring bloomers for a lively border.

Coneflower (Echinacea): robust and colorful

The coneflower is not only beautiful, but also strong. This perennial blooms from July to October and is available in various colours. Butterflies love it.

Provide a sunny spot and only give extra water if it is dry for a long time. Calcareous sandy soil works best. Combine the echinacea with ornamental grasses for a beautiful late summer look.

Panicum (switch grass): structure and colour in one plant

Switchgrass ( Panicum ) gives your garden a natural, wild look. The ornamental grass changes colour over the course of the season, from green to red or purple. And the flower plumes sway beautifully in the wind.

Plant this grass in a dry, sunny spot. Give it some extra water in warm weather, but avoid wet soil. Switchgrass works well as a background for colorful bloomers.

Columbine (Aquilegia): elegant and low-maintenance

The aquilegia blooms in May and June with graceful flowers in various colours. This perennial plant sows itself easily, which provides surprises every year.

Plant it in partial shade or sun in well-drained, slightly moist soil. The columbine requires little attention and is attractive to butterflies and bees.

How to properly care for long-flowering perennials

A few simple care tips will help keep your plants healthy. In the spring, remove old leaves to make room for new greenery. During flowering, cut away faded flowers.

Pruning after flowering helps some species to initiate a second flowering. Think of geraniums. Check regularly if the soil is still moist enough, especially in warm weather.

Smart combinations for a long flowering period

Do you want flowers in your garden all season long? Then combine plants with different flowering times. Start with the broken heart in April, let columbine take over in May, and finish with coneflower and switch grass until October.

Mixing low and high growing plants in your borders will create a playful and dynamic effect. Use colours that enhance each other for a harmonious whole.

Quality from the Bulb Region

At Bulbs4you you can order long-flowering perennials directly from the Bollenstreek. Our plants are grown locally and are perfectly adapted to the Dutch climate. Whether you are looking for summer bloomers , spring bloomers or sturdy perennials : we have them fresh from the grower.

In our webshop you will find plants such as geraniums, coneflower, columbine, broken heart and finger grass. Everything of top quality, carefully packed and shipped quickly. Buying in bulk or need customization? That is also possible with us.