Perennials by Genus

At White Flower Farm, we have long made it our business to offer the broadest possible range of perennials—from classics and new discoveries to unusual and hard-to-find specimens. Our Perennials by Genus collection includes flowering species, foliage plants, perennials that grow well in shade, and sun-loving varieties. While the breadth of our offering may prove intimidating to new gardeners, we also make it our business to offer plenty of assistance in making selections. Novice and experienced gardeners may contact us via email or phone, and also find helpful information in our online videos and growing guides. Whatever your level of experience, we're certain you'll find a perennial (or five or ten) to suit your needs.

To shop our perennials, you can view and filter our complete list, or explore the individual genera shown below. When in doubt, try the search box at the top of the page. Please note that our list of varieties changes each season, and that some popular genera (most notably Poppies) are shipped only in the fall.

Achillea These great garden plants are grown for the masses of flowers they bear throughout much of the summer. Read more

Agastache This genus of about 30 aromatic species is a pollinator favorite. Read more

Alcea Alcea, commonly known as Hollyhock, is one of the most desirable garden plants. Read more

Anemone It's hard to orchestrate a proper beginning or finish to the growing season without including Anemones. Read more

Aquilegia Lacy greens and dancing, late-spring blooms characterize these lovely border plants. Read more

Asclepias The genus Asclepias, is commonly known as Milkweed. Read more

Aster We count Asters among the great garden plants. Read more

Astilbe These rugged and beautiful shade lovers throw long and colorful spikes above divided foliage in summer. Read more

Astrantia Woodland clearings, mountain meadows, moist areas near streams, and part-shade to sunny gardens are all ideal homes for Astrantia. Read more

Brunnera Brunnera is most at home in woodlands or along a shady stream bed. Read more

Campanula Campanula is a fine group of garden plants in blue or white shades. Read more

Coreopsis These Daisy-like plants are excellent for the border. Read more

Delphinium The tall hybrid Delphiniums are outstanding elements of every well-bred garden. Read more

Dianthus Members of this genus are called Pinks because their serrated petals seem to have been trimmed with pinking shears. Read more

Dicentra About 15 species make up this genus of perennials native to Asia and North America. Read more

Digitalis The genus comes from southern Europe and includes primarily perennial species. Read more

Echinacea Echinacea, a North American genus in the Daisy family, produces big, bright flowers. Read more

Eryngium Offering some of the most distinctive forms and colors you’ll find in any garden, otherworldly Eryngium is a captivating presence. Read more

Eupatorium Eupatorium is a genus of about 40 species. Read more

Ferns No shady garden should be without Ferns. Read more

Geranium This is the true Geranium, not to be confused with the annual Pelargonium one sees everywhere. Read more

Grasses Grasses are widely used as foliage plants in gardens around the world. Read more

Heliopsis The genus name for this group of plants in the Asteraceae or Daisy family can be traced to the Greek word helios, meaning “sun,” and it’s easy to see why. Read more

Helleborus These aristocrats of the woodland garden are native to Europe and western Asia. Read more

Hemerocallis Daylilies (properly, Hemerocallis) are the plants every gardener dreams of. Read more

Heuchera Determined breeders have turned these perennials into some of the most glamorous foliage plants. Read more

Hosta No shady garden should be without these hardy perennials. Read more

Iris For most people, the word Iris conjures up visions of brilliant June flowers. Read more

Kniphofia Kniphofia are best known for their towering spikes of tubular, intensely colored flowers. Read more

Lamium Most of the 40-odd species Lamium are rampant-growing plants from Asia and Europe. Read more

Lavandula Many gardeners grow Lavender for its fragrance. Read more

Leucanthemum Shasta Daisies (Leucanthemum) are the same plants known by many under the genus Chrysanthemum. Read more

Liatris Liatris is a North American genus consisting of about 20 species. Read more

Lilium Lilies are one of the truly great garden plants. Read more

Lobelia Lobelia is a genus of 365 species of annuals and perennials, many of them native to North America. Read more

Monarda This North American genus has several species, all of which share tartly fragrant foliage. Read more

Paeonia These long-lived perennials range from exquisitely delicate singles to large and lush doubles. Read more

Perennial Allium The genus Allium (the Latin means "garlic") offers colorful, distinctive, and long-lasting forms that are literal and playful standouts in any garden. Read more