Why Perennials Are a Smart Investment for Your Garden

While annuals offer fresh color each year, many gardeners are turning to perennials for long-term value and beauty. Here’s why planting perennials makes sense—especially here in Iowa.

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1. They Return Every Year

The biggest perk of planting perennials? They come back year after year, saving you time and money in the long run. With just a little care, they become the reliable backbone of your garden.

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2. Perennials Add Structure

Perennials provide consistent form and shape to your flower beds. Plants like hostas, coneflowers, and daylilies offer lush foliage and long bloom periods, giving your garden dependable texture and appeal.

“Perennials are the quiet heroes of every successful garden—coming back stronger each year while saving you time, effort, and money.”
— The Team at Holub Greenhouses

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3. Great for Pollinators

Many perennials—like lavender, echinacea, and salvia—are favorites of bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. Planting them supports the local ecosystem and boosts your garden’s health.

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4. Low Maintenance

Once established, most perennials require less water, fertilizer, and attention than annuals. Choose native or zone-hardy varieties for the best results in Iowa’s climate.

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5. Smart Landscaping Investment

Using perennials as foundation plants can reduce your need to replant each spring. It’s a sustainable way to maintain a beautiful yard that grows better over time.

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Stop In for Planting Advice

Not sure what works best for your space? Holub Greenhouses has a huge selection of perennials—and a team ready to help you design the perfect planting plan.

Visit us this season and grow something that lasts.