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Which popular woody perennial shrub produces massive mophead or lacecap blooms?

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Which golden perennial genus includes the famous Gloriosa daisy?

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Which botanical genus encompasses the beloved, long-lived garden peonies?

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Which vibrant red-and-yellow daisy-like perennial is commonly called blanket flower?

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Which vibrant perennial wildflower is commonly known as evening primrose?

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Which hardy perennial cactus species survives freezing winters outdoors?

OPUNTIA

Which striking bulbous perennial produces checkered or drooping bell-like flowers?

FRITILLARIA

Which vertical perennial produces fuzzy purple flower spikes that bloom from the top down?

LIATRIS

Which magnificent spiked perennial is a favorite in cool-climate cottage gardens?

LUPINUS

Which tall native perennial with whorled flowers prized by pollinators is called _ _ _ balm?

BEE

Which graceful clump-forming ornamental grass perennial is moor grass?

MOLINIA

Which bright yellow late-summer native perennial is commonly called goldenrod?

SOLIDAGO

Which legendary alpine perennial produces rare, glowing blue poppy blossoms?

MECONOPSIS

Which airy, blue-flowering perennial with silvery stems is named _ _ _ _ _ _ _ sage?

RUSSIAN

Which golden-yellow North American native perennial genus includes goldstrum?

RUDBECKIA

Which tiny woodland perennial features lobed leaves and delicate early blue flowers?

HEPATICA

Which late-summer wetland perennial with turtlehead-shaped pink flowers is turtlehead?

CHELONE

Which majestic tall perennial produces dramatic spikes of blue, purple, or white flowers?

DELPHINIUM

Which large woodland perennial with creamy white feathery plumes is called goatsbeard?

ARUNCUS

Which charming low-growing lawn perennial with daisy flowers is the English daisy?

BELLIS

Which low-growing ground cover perennial with glossy purple or green leaves is also known as ajuga?

BUGLEWEED

Which vibrant late-summer perennial flower is commonly called sneezeweed?

HELENIUM

Which popular yellow daisy flower with a dark center is part of the Rudbeckia genus and named _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Susan?

BLACKEYED

Which charming cool-season perennial group includes hardy garden violets and pansies?

VIOLA

Which trailing alpine perennial forms bright pink and purple spring cushion mats?

AUBRIETA

Which velvety perennial with soft silver leaves is commonly called lamb's ear?

STACHYS

Which tough drought-tolerant perennial with rosy red flower clusters is red valerian?

CENTRANTHUS

Which charming low-growing perennial with tiny blue flowers is forget-me-not?

MYOSOTIS

Which low mat-forming perennial covered in bright yellow flowers in spring is called _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ charlie or jenny?

CREEPING

Which ornamental bulb perennial produces globe-shaped purple flower heads on tall stems?

ALLIUM

Which striking spiky perennial with metallic blue bracts is sea holly?

ERYNGIUM

Which hardy shrubby or herbaceous perennial produces strawberry-like leaves and yellow or red flowers?

POTENTILLA

Which striking perennial genus includes the brightly colored oriental poppies?

PAPAVER

Which vigorous perennial ground cover produces bright yellow cup-shaped flowers?

LYSIMACHIA

Which coarse-textured perennial features large yellow daisy-like flowers in summer?

INULA

Which widespread garden perennial features square stems and whorled tubular flowers?

SALVIA

Which climbing woody perennial vine is famous for its massive, stunning showy blossoms?

CLEMATIS

Which tough iris variety with narrow grass-like foliage and blue or purple flowers is the _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ iris?

SIBERIAN

Which late-summer blooming perennial with bright daisy-like petals is named after Helen of Troy?

HELENIUM

Which alpine perennial features intensely vibrant, glowing blue trumpet flowers?

GENTIANA

Which architectural drought-tolerant perennial features sword-like leaves and tall white flower spikes?

YUCCA

Which graceful woodland or autumn-blooming perennial flower is also called windflower?

ANEMONE

Which spring woodland perennial with bluebell flowers is Virginia bluebells?

MERTENSIA

Which iconic tall biennial or perennial with spotted tubular bells is foxglove?

DIGITALIS

Which tall architectural perennial with scalloped leaves is plume poppy?

MACLEAYA

Which shade perennial with bright blue forget-me-not flowers is navelwort?

OMPHALODES

Which bright yellow spring-blooming daisy perennial is called leopard's bane?

DORONICUM

Which succulent-leaved drought-resistant perennial includes popular varieties like Autumn Joy?

SEDUM

Which cottage garden perennial produces pincushion-like dark burgundy-red flowers?

KNAUTIA

Which graceful perennial flower features distinctive standards, falls, and sword-like leaves?

IRIS

Which diverse perennial genus features unique chartreuse floral bracts and milky sap?

EUPHORBIA

Which drought-tolerant perennial features flat-topped clusters of tiny, colorful flower heads and ferny leaves?

YARROW

Which cheerful spring bulbous perennial group includes daffodils and jonquils?

NARCISSUS

Which daisy-like perennial with prominent seed cones is also known as the purple coneflower?

ECHINACEA

Which daisy-like perennial flower closely resembles wild asters and is fleabane?

ERIGERON

Which spring-blooming alpine perennial covered in white flower clusters is candytuft?

IBERIS

Which low-growing perennial ground cover produces sweet edible garden strawberries?

FRAGARIA

Which shade perennial features arching stems of heart-shaped pink and white dangling blossoms called _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ heart?

BLEEDING

Which low-growing silver-leafed perennial covered in white flowers is snow-in-summer?

CERASTIUM

Which daisy-like autumn-blooming perennial brightens gardens with purple and pink stars?

ASTER

Which early-spring blooming shade perennial with leathery leaves is the Lenten rose?

HELLEBORUS

Which graceful perennial or tender shrub features dangling pendulous two-toned blossoms?

FUCHSIA

Which classic long-lived perennial produces heavy, gorgeous spring blossoms?

PAEONIA

Which charming perennial produces ruffled crimson, orange, or yellow cup flowers?

GEUM

Which moisture-loving perennial features fluffy clusters of pink or white flowers like meadowsweet?

FILIPENDULA

Which low-growing shade perennial with glossy kidney-shaped leaves is wild ginger?

ASARUM

Which tall shade perennial with dark foliage and white bottle-brush spikes is bugbane?

CIMICIFUGA

Which aromatic perennial grown for its silver foliage includes varieties like silver mound?

ARTEMISIA

Which tough, sprawling perennial features gray-green leaves and clouds of lavender-blue flowers favored by felines?

CATMINT

Which tough shade perennial with large glossy leathery leaves is called pigsqueak?

BERGENIA

Which dependable garden perennial with deeply lobed leaves and five-petaled flowers is also commonly called cranesbill?

GERANIUM

Which tough, long-blooming perennial produces clusters of small purple or red flowers?

VERBENA

Which unique perennial produces trumpet-shaped pink flowers and compound leaves?

INCARVILLEA

Which ancient spore-bearing perennial group thrives in cool, moist, shady woodland areas?

FERNS

Which tall spiky biennial or perennial is commonly called mullein?

VERBASCUM

Which climbing perennial vine species produces colorful sweet pea flowers?

LATHYRUS

Which colorful cluster-blooming perennial is a staple of traditional cottage gardens?

PHLOX

Which delicate shade perennial with airy, cloud-like flower clusters is called meadow rue?

THALICTRUM

Which botanical genus encompasses the classic Shasta and oxeye daisies?

LEUCANTHEMUM

Which woodland perennial dies back in summer after producing dangling heart-shaped blooms?

BLEEDING

Which shade-loving perennial genus includes colorful foliage cultivars like Palace Purple?

HEUCHERA

Which bright tubular perennial flower is also known as bee balm or oswego tea?

MONARDA

Which tough trailing ground cover perennial features glossy leaves and blue flowers?

VINCA

Which aromatic perennial herb with feathery anise-scented foliage is bronze fennel?

FOENICULUM

Which crucial native perennial genus feeds monarch butterfly caterpillars and is milkweed?

ASCLEPIAS

Which shade-tolerant ground cover perennial has variegated leaves and pink flowers?

LAMIUM

Which cottage garden perennial produces lovely cup-shaped blooms related to hibiscus?

MALVA

Which aromatic perennial herb is widely used in Mediterranean cooking?

ORIGANUM

Which striking architectural perennial produces spherical blue globe thistle flower heads?

ECHINOPS

Which striking perennial or tender shrub produces large, trumpet-shaped night-blooming flowers?

DATURA

Which hardy drought-tolerant daisy perennial is known as blanket flower?

GAILLARDIA

Which early spring alpine perennial covered in silky hairs is called pasque flower?

PULSATILLA

Which colossal wetland perennial features giant prehistoric-sized umbrella leaves?

GUNNERA

Which magnificent woodland perennial produces vase-shaped ostrich fern fronds?

MATTEUCCIA

Which moisture-loving shade perennial features massive kidney leaves and gold spikes?

LIGULARIA

Which classic autumn-blooming perennial produces dense clusters of colorful daisy flowers?

CHRYSANTHEMUM

Which delicate airy perennial with clouds of tiny white flowers is baby's breath?

GYPSOPHILA

Which mat-forming perennial herb with tiny white flowers is sweet woodruff?

GALIUM

Which popular perennial features large, fragrant, bushy blooms in shades of pink, white, and red?

PEONY

Which moisture-loving perennial features globe-shaped golden-yellow buttercup flowers?

TROLLIUS

Which quintessential shade perennial is grown for its magnificent foliage mounds?

HOSTA

Which tufted coastal perennial with pink globe-like flower heads is called sea thrift?

ARMERIA

Which classic white-petaled, yellow-centered daisy variety was bred by Luther Burbank and named _ _ _ _ _ _ daisy?

SHASTA

Which woodland perennial with spotted leaves and blue-pink spring flowers is called lungwort?

PULMONARIA

Which shade-loving perennial with heart-shaped silver-netted leaves is bugloss?

BRUNNERA

Which fragrant perennial with lemon-scented foliage is known as burning bush?

DICTAMNUS

Which aromatic Mediterranean perennial is famous for its soothing purple flower spikes and fragrance?

LAVENDER

Which wildflower perennial features evening-opening yellow or pink cups called evening primrose?

OENOTHERA

Which delicate shade perennial genus includes the classic bleeding heart?

DICENTRA

Which woodland tuberous perennial features upswept reflexed petals and patterned leaves?

CYCLAMEN

Which aromatic perennial flower favored by hummingbirds is commonly called bergamot?

MONARDA

Which tall biennial or short-lived perennial produces towering spikes of large cup-shaped blooms?

HOLLYHOCK

Which woodland perennial features unique bell-like flowers with backward-projecting spurs?

COLUMBINE

Which torch lily perennial is also known as red hot poker?

KNIPHOFIA

Which stately perennial bulb produces large, trumpet-shaped showy summer flowers?

LILIUM

Which low-growing woodland perennial with colorful lobed leaves is commonly called _ _ _ _ _ bells?

CORAL

Which low-growing ground cover perennial forms a tight carpet of glossy metallic foliage?

AJUGA

Which garden perennial with scalloped leaves that hold sparkling water droplets is lady's mantle?

ALCHEMILLA

Which beloved garden perennial group includes bearded, Siberian, and Japanese types?

IRIS

Which striking perennial produces intense blue or red tubular flower spikes?

LOBELIA

Which tough native prairie perennial with pea-like blue flowers is called false indigo?

BAPTISIA

Which tough perennial herb features mint-scented foliage and profuse blue flower spikes?

NEPETA

Which shade perennial produces feathery, plume-like flower spikes above fern-like foliage?

ASTILBE

Which fast-spreading perennial herb family is grown for its refreshing aromatic leaves?

MENTHA

Which brilliant flowering perennial features glossy cup-shaped buttercup blooms?

RANUNCULUS

Which spicy-scented perennial group includes pinks, sweet williams, and carnations?

DIANTHUS

Which delicate perennial flower with rounded pincushion heads is called pincushion flower?

SCABIOSA

Which North American native perennial features starry blue spring flowers and golden fall foliage?

AMSONIA

Which classic garden perennial produces upright, slender flower spikes called speedwell?

VERONICA

Which botanical genus contains the classic towering cottage garden hollyhocks?

ALCEA

Which shade-loving perennial with ladder-like leaflets is called Jacob's ladder?

POLEMONIUM

Which hardy shade perennial with delicate heart-shaped leaves is barrenwort?

EPIMEDIUM

Which botanical genus contains the fragrant culinary and ornamental lavenders?

LAVANDULA

Which tall wetland perennial with magenta flower spikes is purple loosestrife?

LYTHRUM

Which delicate perennial with tiny papery flowers is commonly called sea lavender?

LIMONIUM

Which spike-blooming perennial in the mint family attracts hummingbirds with blue or purple flowers?

SALVIA

Which striking architectural perennial with torch-like bi-colored flower spikes is called poker plant?

KNIPHOFIA

Which creeping evergreen ground cover perennial features trailing stems and blue pinwheel flowers?

PERIWINKLE

Which hardy perennial group includes cornflowers and perennial bachelors buttons?

CENTAUREA

Which lemon-scented perennial herb in the mint family is lemon balm?

MELISSA

Which delicate perennial produces dainty sky-blue flowers on slender stems?

LINUM

Which shade-loving perennial is prized primarily for its lush, textured foliage?

HOSTA

Which charming perennial group is commonly known as bellflowers for their shape?

CAMPANULA

Which bright yellow daisy-like perennial is also known as tickseed?

COREOPSIS

Which botanical genus contains the tough, adaptable garden daylilies?

HEMEROCALLIS

Which torch lily perennial features fiery red and yellow tubular flower clusters?

TRITOMA

Which clump-forming perennial with three-petaled flowers is called spiderwort?

TRADESCANTIA

Which shade garden favorite has large mound-forming leaves and white or purple flower scapes?

HOSTAS

Which cottage garden perennial produces lovely silky flowers in pink or white?

MALVA

Which charming perennial genus includes woodland columbines with spurred blossoms?

AQUILEGIA

Which hardy perennial variety with cup-shaped flowers is commonly known as cranesbill?

GERANIUM

Which tubular-flowered perennial native to North America is commonly called beardtongue?

PENSTEMON

Which fragrant climbing perennial vine produces starry white or yellow flowers?

JASMINUM

Which bulbous perennial produces sword-like leaves and fiery red or orange tubular flowers?

CROCOSMIA

Which sweet-scented shade perennial with nodding white bell flowers is lily of the valley?

CONVALLARIA

Which hardy golden perennial native to North American prairies is commonly called coneflower or black-eyed Susan?

RUDBECKIA

Which large architectural perennial features massive clouds of tiny white flowers?

CRAMBE

Which striking spiky perennial produces tall, pea-like flower whorls in coastal and alpine meadows?

LUPINE

Which perennial sunflower species returns reliably year after year in the garden?

HELIANTHUS

Which charming bellflower perennial produces nodding blue or white bells?

CAMPANULA

Which tall ornamental grass perennial features feathery plumes in autumn?

MISCANTHUS

Which tall native wetland perennial with pink or purple flower clusters is Joe Pye weed?

EUPATORIUM

Which classic prairie perennial with drooping petals and a prominent spiny center is named _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _?

CONEFLOWER

Which stunning perennial variety produces dinnerplate-sized tropical-looking summer blooms?

HIBISCUS

Which soft, velvety, silver-leafed ground cover perennial is affectionately called _ _ _ _ _ ' S ear?

LAMBS

Which North American native perennial produces vertical spikes of purple button flowers?

LIATRIS

Which reliable perennial herb with aromatic foliage is commonly called catmint?

NEPETA

Which tough perennial produces trumpet-shaped blossoms that each last for only a single day?

DAYLILY
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