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When, where and how to plant perennials, from choosing healthy plants to spacing a new bed.

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3 guides for fall

How Far Apart to Plant Perennials: Spacing Guide and Chart

Space perennials for their mature width, not their pot size. Here is a spacing chart for 15 popular perennials and how to work out how many plants you need.Spring · Fall

How to Plant Perennials: A Step-by-Step Guide for Potted and Bare-Root Plants

A wide hole, loosened roots and a crown set level with the soil are most of the secret. Here is how to plant potted and bare-root perennials so they take off.Spring · Fall

When to Plant Perennials: Spring vs. Fall Planting by Zone

Spring and early fall are the two best times to plant perennials. Here is how the timing shifts by zone, which plants prefer spring, and how to plant safely in summer.Spring · Fall
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