Perennial Gardening Month – Jun. 1, 2027

Perennial Gardening Month
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Perennial Gardening Month blooms throughout June, inviting enthusiasts to celebrate the enduring beauty of plants that return year after year. Embrace the joy of cultivating a garden that thrives across seasons. Get your hands dirty, plant new varieties, and share your flourishing green spaces!

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Expected Perennial Gardening Month Deals

While we await official 2027 promotions, history shows June is prime time for deals on perennial plants, gardening tools, and outdoor living essentials. Expect major retailers like The Home Depot and Lowe’s to offer discounts on popular flowering perennials, shrubs, and gardening supplies. Specialty nurseries such as Burpee and White Flower Farm will likely feature sales on unique varieties and seed packets, encouraging gardeners to expand their collections. Look for online stores like Gardener’s Supply Company to promote bundles on raised beds, composting solutions, and irrigation systems. Brands like Monrovia and Proven Winners often partner with local garden centers for special promotions and educational events throughout the month. We will update this page with confirmed live deals as June approaches.

Platform Guide for Perennial Gardening Month

Instagram

Tag @nationaltoday_ and use #PerennialGardeningMonth. Share vibrant photos and videos of your perennial gardens, showcasing their growth and beauty.

TikTok

Tag @www.nationaltoday.com and use #PerennialGardeningMonth. Create short videos on planting guides, time-lapses of blooms, or DIY garden projects.

Facebook

Mention National Today (facebook.com/nationaltoday) and use #PerennialGardeningMonth. Join local gardening groups to share tips, ask questions, and showcase your perennial successes.

Social Media Tips for Perennial Gardening Month

Individuals

Plan a garden tour for friends, exchange cuttings, or simply enjoy the tranquility of your perennial beds.

Creators

Document the full lifecycle of a perennial from planting to bloom, or create guides on companion planting and pest control.

Brands

Host a 'best perennial garden' photo contest, offer free workshops on perennial care, or launch a new line of sustainable gardening products.

Top Brands for Perennial Gardening Month

  1. The Home Depot

    Founded in 1978 in Atlanta, Georgia, The Home Depot is the largest home improvement retailer in the United States. It offers a vast selection of perennial plants, gardening tools, soil, and outdoor living products, making it a go-to for many gardeners.

  2. Lowe's

    Established in 1946 in North Wilkesboro, North Carolina, Lowe's is another major home improvement chain. It provides a wide array of perennial flowers, shrubs, gardening supplies, and expert advice for both novice and experienced gardeners.

  3. Burpee

    Founded in 1876 by W. Atlee Burpee, this company is one of the oldest and most respected seed and plant companies in the U.S. Burpee offers a vast selection of perennial seeds and plants, known for their quality and variety.

  4. White Flower Farm

    Established in 1950 in Litchfield, Connecticut, White Flower Farm is a renowned mail-order nursery specializing in perennials, shrubs, and bulbs. They are celebrated for their extensive catalog and high-quality, unusual plant varieties.

  5. Gardener's Supply Company

    Founded in 1983 in Burlington, Vermont, this employee-owned company offers innovative gardening solutions and tools. They provide a wide range of products for perennial care, including organic fertilizers, raised beds, and composting systems.

  6. Monrovia

    Since 1926, Monrovia has been a leading grower of premium plants, including a vast selection of perennials. Headquartered in Azusa, California, they are known for their healthy, high-quality plants available at garden centers nationwide.

  7. Proven Winners

    A leading brand in the horticultural industry, Proven Winners offers a collection of top-performing plant varieties, including many popular perennials. They are recognized for their rigorous testing and introduction of innovative, garden-friendly plants.

Perennial Gardening Month Hero

Gertrude Jekyll

Gertrude Jekyll (1843–1932) was an influential British horticulturist, garden designer, artist, and writer who created over 400 gardens in the United Kingdom and abroad. A pioneer of the 'art and craft' garden movement, she championed the use of hardy perennials, focusing on color, texture, and naturalistic planting schemes. Her work profoundly shaped modern garden design, emphasizing harmony and seasonal interest through careful perennial selection.

History of Perennial Gardening Month

June is the month in which perennials bloom in abundance and, thus, the Perennial Plant Association designated it as Perennial Gardening Month. The right timing is key to planting perennials. The idea is to encourage perennial gardening or rejuvenating an existing garden in the month of June. The perfect time to plant them is generally in spring due to the warming soil and sun. If you already have planted perennials, this is an ideal time to replant them into different pots and locations if they have grown bigger.

Perennial plants are known to produce seeds over many years and they come with specialized features that allow them to survive in extreme conditions and even adapt to hot or cold temperatures. However, this does delay their growth spurt. Nevertheless, in a warm climate, perennials grow consistently and bloom in the right season.

It doesn’t matter which perennial you pick, find one that you love and plant it during Perennial Gardening Month. When they bloom, you will be treated to an aesthetically pleasing garden that will attract appreciation from many.

Perennial Gardening Month timeline

13th Century
Leisure Gardening

Rich Europeans start growing gardens for leisure, medicinal herbs, and vegetables.

18th Century
New Types of Gardens

More natural gardens without walls start emerging especially in Europe.

1804
Horticulture Society

The Horticultural Society is formed.

19th Century
Gardenesque Gardens

Gardenesque types of gardens emerge, which showcase a wide variety of flowers in a small space.

How Businesses Can Celebrate Perennial Gardening Month

Local businesses can celebrate Perennial Gardening Month by hosting workshops on perennial care, propagation, or garden design. Nurseries and garden centers can offer special discounts on perennial plants and related supplies, or organize ‘plant swap’ events to foster community engagement. Cafes might incorporate edible perennials into their menus, while hardware stores could highlight tools essential for maintaining a thriving perennial garden. Emphasize sustainability and the long-term beauty perennials bring to any landscape.

Perennial Gardening Month FAQs

When is Perennial Gardening Month?

In 2027, Perennial Gardening Month is observed throughout June, inspiring enthusiasts to embrace sustainable gardening practices. Use this month to enhance your garden with resilient, long-lasting blooms.

How many types of perennials are there?

The world of perennials is vast, encompassing an estimated 20,000 to 25,000 known species globally. This incredible variety ensures that gardeners can find suitable perennials for almost any climate, soil type, and aesthetic preference.

What are the most popular perennials in the U.S.?

Among the top-selling perennials in American garden centers are hydrangeas, peonies, lavender, and salvia, known for their vibrant blooms and low maintenance. Their widespread appeal makes them staples in many home gardens.

What is the difference between an annual and a perennial?

The primary distinction lies in their lifespan: annuals must be replanted every year, providing a burst of seasonal color, while perennials offer long-term garden structure and beauty, regrowing from their roots each year.

How To Celebrate Perennial Gardening Month

  1. Take a botanical garden tour

    Head out for a mini botanical garden tour in your neighborhood. Explore the new perennials out there. Educate yourself on the varieties available so you can decide which one to plant if you ever plan to.

  2. Attend a gardening workshop

    A little gardening workshop can help you improve your gardening game. Sign up for a local class that teaches you a few tips and tricks on planting and educates you on the care required for perennials. You can put your knowledge to the test by planting your own perennials during Perennial Gardening Month.

  3. Plant your own perennials

    Perennial Gardening Month is best spent planting perennials in your home garden. The month of June is perfect due to its ideal climate conditions. Ensure you take good care of the roots of the perennials as they set the foundation for your flowers.

5 Interesting Facts About Perennials

  1. Different varieties

    Perennial plants include a wide variety of flowers, fruits, herbs, and vegetables.

  2. Different species

    There are around five different species of perennials: evergreen, deciduous, monocarpic, woody, and herbaceous.

  3. First bloom

    Perennials don’t necessarily bloom in their first year but will bloom each year after that for their entire lifespan.

  4. Short bloom time

    Perennials’ bloom time is around three to four weeks.

  5. Rest period

    Many perennial plants have a rest period in which they remain dormant and do not bloom.

Why We Love Perennial Gardening Month

  1. Gardening is fun

    Gardening can actually be quite a lot of fun and even meditative for that matter. It requires precision and patience and it can help to destress.

  2. Perennials are not limited to flowers

    Perennials are not just flowers but also fruits, herbs, and vegetables. Some of these include apples, avocados, bananas, mint, oregano, fennel, chives, kale, and potatoes.

  3. Perennial gardening is easier than imagined

    Does the sound of perennial gardening seem intimidating to you? It’s actually not. Perennials are quite low maintenance and can even clean up after themselves. Perennial Gardening Month is a good time to start on your own little home garden.

Perennial Gardening Month dates

Year Date Day
2027 June 1 Tuesday
2028 June 1 Thursday
2029 June 1 Friday
2030 June 1 Saturday
2031 June 1 Sunday