Let me start by saying this is a very subjective list of perennials for Colorado Springs. There are a ton of other wonderful choices for your yard.
Here is a list of ten perennials that are beautiful, dependable and hardy. Keep in mind your space may be very shady or very sunny, so always keep the light requirement in mind when choosing any plant.
- Salvia ‘May Night’
- Poppy ‘Spring Fever Mix’
- Lupine ‘Gallery Mix’
- Rudbeckia ‘Goldstrum’
- Red Penstemon
- Yarrow ‘Summer Pastel’
- Ice Plant Yellow or Purple
- Sedum ‘Autumn Joy’
- Purple Coneflower
- Veronica ‘Turkish’
I was taught in college that when choosing perennial color for your garden, you should choose just a few species in larger quantities so that there is a predominant color palette to the garden. Then, add other colors sparsely to create pops of interest.
Let us know how we can help plan your Colorado Springs garden!