Now let’s be real, is a 100-year life promised? Ofcourse not! But, will your children and grandchildren get to see the next 100 years? Probably.
People talk about leaving behind generational wealth and fortune all the time. However, as a gardening enthusiast, I would like to leave behind plants and trees that remind my children and then their children of me for many centuries to come.
9 Perennials That Can Thrive For Over 100 Years
Here are 9 perennials that can survive the harshness of a long life and thrive for up to 100 years:
1: Peonies
We’ve all seen peonies and probably remember them as the classic wedding day flower. Something quite unique about these vibrant flowers is that they can regenerate from the same crown every year which allows them to maintain blooming consistency and overall resilience.
The good thing is peonies don’t need a lot of care or attention and can thrive with just about minimum maintenance.
2: Daylilies
Daylilies are known for their hardy root system as it isn’t easily damaged by changing conditions or other small issues.
Although daylily blooms may not last very long during the season, the plant absolutely does and can withstand even the toughest of conditions with ease as long as it’s given some degree of love and care.
3: Lavender
If any of you had gardener grannies like I did, lavender is something all of them once planted and it still remains a part of their garden after so many decades. The thing about lavender is that it looks soft and delicate on the outside but is hardy and resilient like nothing else.
4: Creeping Phlox
These incredibly vibrant perennials are known to survive for long periods of time thanks to their bearing nature and overall resilience. Many gardeners plant phlox as ground cover since they grow very densely and close to the ground, adding structure to the lower extremities of the garden.
What an awesome ground cover that lasts for many decades, eh?
5: Bee Balms
Yes, bee balms are given that name because they’re attracted to these perennials thanks to the abundant nectar they contain. Because bee balms can stand for a very long time without giving you trouble, think about just how many bees you’ll be able to draw into your garden over the many decades. Yeah…a lot!
6: Coneflowers
The mighty coneflower is another pollinator favorite as it contains rich nectar and is vibrant enough to draw the attention of both flying insects and human eyes at a distance.
The thing I love about coneflowers is just how low maintenance they are and one can plant them for an extraordinary beauty that lasts decades in the garden.
7: Hostas
Hostas too have withstood the test of time and can survive for long periods thanks to incredibly hardy root systems. Changing temperatures and different soil conditions are very unlikely to bother this resilient perennial and you can be sure it will stick around for a long time in your garden.
8: Catmint
As the name suggests, catmint is a favorite amongst feline species. This perennial offers long flower spikes typically in colors like purple and lavender and is hardy enough to stick around for up to 100 years.
Catmint is fantastic for deterring deer and pests from the garden due to its strong, fragrant aroma. It doesn’t need frequent watering nor does it have any special growing requirements that keep it from thriving in a variety of different conditions.
9: Yarrows
If you ever take a look at yarrows, their bright yellow, white, and crimson flower clusters aren’t the only thing that will stand out; their tall growth and foliage complement them really well.
Many gardeners plant them due to their incredible resilience against dry conditions and their ability to thrive through unfavorable soil or temperature conditions. My grandma planted yarrows in our backyard garden several decades ago and they still return strong every year, filling the place with color and her memories.
