While a few brown leaf edges or missing leaves can be expected from a perennial growing in a container, avoid plants with excessive leaf damage or loss. Leaves should not be off-colored or mottled. Bigger is not necessarily better, as spindly or lanky plants do not transplant well. Perennials should be sturdy, robust and compact. The overall habit or shape of the plant should be well-balanced and not too big or small for the container. Select high-quality plants by first looking at the condition of the plant. Additionally, check the mature height and width of the perennial and be sure there is enough space for the plant to reach full size. Be sure the soil moisture, light levels and winter hardiness of the garden site match the growing requirements of the perennial. It is important to select perennials well-suited for the planting location. What should I look for when purchasing perennials? In this article, horticulturists with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach provide tips for selecting and planting perennials in your Iowa garden. Perennials are a great way to provide flowers and color in the garden and by planting perennials with different seasons of bloom, you can have interest throughout the growing season.
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