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Which hardy perennial cactus species survives freezing winters outdoors?
OPUNTIAWhich striking bulbous perennial produces checkered or drooping bell-like flowers?
FRITILLARIAWhich vertical perennial produces fuzzy purple flower spikes that bloom from the top down?
LIATRISWhich magnificent spiked perennial is a favorite in cool-climate cottage gardens?
LUPINUSWhich tall native perennial with whorled flowers prized by pollinators is called _ _ _ balm?
BEEWhich graceful clump-forming ornamental grass perennial is moor grass?
MOLINIAWhich bright yellow late-summer native perennial is commonly called goldenrod?
SOLIDAGOWhich legendary alpine perennial produces rare, glowing blue poppy blossoms?
MECONOPSISWhich airy, blue-flowering perennial with silvery stems is named _ _ _ _ _ _ _ sage?
RUSSIANWhich golden-yellow North American native perennial genus includes goldstrum?
RUDBECKIAWhich tiny woodland perennial features lobed leaves and delicate early blue flowers?
HEPATICAWhich late-summer wetland perennial with turtlehead-shaped pink flowers is turtlehead?
CHELONEWhich majestic tall perennial produces dramatic spikes of blue, purple, or white flowers?
DELPHINIUMWhich large woodland perennial with creamy white feathery plumes is called goatsbeard?
ARUNCUSWhich charming low-growing lawn perennial with daisy flowers is the English daisy?
BELLISWhich low-growing ground cover perennial with glossy purple or green leaves is also known as ajuga?
BUGLEWEEDWhich vibrant late-summer perennial flower is commonly called sneezeweed?
HELENIUMWhich popular yellow daisy flower with a dark center is part of the Rudbeckia genus and named _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Susan?
BLACKEYEDWhich charming cool-season perennial group includes hardy garden violets and pansies?
VIOLAWhich trailing alpine perennial forms bright pink and purple spring cushion mats?
AUBRIETAWhich velvety perennial with soft silver leaves is commonly called lamb's ear?
STACHYSWhich tough drought-tolerant perennial with rosy red flower clusters is red valerian?
CENTRANTHUSWhich charming low-growing perennial with tiny blue flowers is forget-me-not?
MYOSOTISWhich low mat-forming perennial covered in bright yellow flowers in spring is called _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ charlie or jenny?
CREEPINGWhich ornamental bulb perennial produces globe-shaped purple flower heads on tall stems?
ALLIUMWhich striking spiky perennial with metallic blue bracts is sea holly?
ERYNGIUMWhich hardy shrubby or herbaceous perennial produces strawberry-like leaves and yellow or red flowers?
POTENTILLAWhich striking perennial genus includes the brightly colored oriental poppies?
PAPAVERWhich vigorous perennial ground cover produces bright yellow cup-shaped flowers?
LYSIMACHIAWhich coarse-textured perennial features large yellow daisy-like flowers in summer?
INULAWhich widespread garden perennial features square stems and whorled tubular flowers?
SALVIAWhich climbing woody perennial vine is famous for its massive, stunning showy blossoms?
CLEMATISWhich tough iris variety with narrow grass-like foliage and blue or purple flowers is the _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ iris?
SIBERIANWhich late-summer blooming perennial with bright daisy-like petals is named after Helen of Troy?
HELENIUMWhich alpine perennial features intensely vibrant, glowing blue trumpet flowers?
GENTIANAWhich architectural drought-tolerant perennial features sword-like leaves and tall white flower spikes?
YUCCAWhich graceful woodland or autumn-blooming perennial flower is also called windflower?
ANEMONEWhich spring woodland perennial with bluebell flowers is Virginia bluebells?
MERTENSIAWhich iconic tall biennial or perennial with spotted tubular bells is foxglove?
DIGITALISWhich tall architectural perennial with scalloped leaves is plume poppy?
MACLEAYAWhich shade perennial with bright blue forget-me-not flowers is navelwort?
OMPHALODESWhich bright yellow spring-blooming daisy perennial is called leopard's bane?
DORONICUMWhich succulent-leaved drought-resistant perennial includes popular varieties like Autumn Joy?
SEDUMWhich cottage garden perennial produces pincushion-like dark burgundy-red flowers?
KNAUTIAWhich graceful perennial flower features distinctive standards, falls, and sword-like leaves?
IRISWhich diverse perennial genus features unique chartreuse floral bracts and milky sap?
EUPHORBIAWhich drought-tolerant perennial features flat-topped clusters of tiny, colorful flower heads and ferny leaves?
YARROWWhich cheerful spring bulbous perennial group includes daffodils and jonquils?
NARCISSUSWhich daisy-like perennial with prominent seed cones is also known as the purple coneflower?
ECHINACEAWhich daisy-like perennial flower closely resembles wild asters and is fleabane?
ERIGERONWhich spring-blooming alpine perennial covered in white flower clusters is candytuft?
IBERISWhich low-growing perennial ground cover produces sweet edible garden strawberries?
FRAGARIAWhich shade perennial features arching stems of heart-shaped pink and white dangling blossoms called _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ heart?
BLEEDINGWhich low-growing silver-leafed perennial covered in white flowers is snow-in-summer?
CERASTIUMWhich daisy-like autumn-blooming perennial brightens gardens with purple and pink stars?
ASTERWhich early-spring blooming shade perennial with leathery leaves is the Lenten rose?
HELLEBORUSWhich graceful perennial or tender shrub features dangling pendulous two-toned blossoms?
FUCHSIAWhich classic long-lived perennial produces heavy, gorgeous spring blossoms?
PAEONIAWhich charming perennial produces ruffled crimson, orange, or yellow cup flowers?
GEUMWhich moisture-loving perennial features fluffy clusters of pink or white flowers like meadowsweet?
FILIPENDULAWhich low-growing shade perennial with glossy kidney-shaped leaves is wild ginger?
ASARUMWhich tall shade perennial with dark foliage and white bottle-brush spikes is bugbane?
CIMICIFUGAWhich aromatic perennial grown for its silver foliage includes varieties like silver mound?
ARTEMISIAWhich tough, sprawling perennial features gray-green leaves and clouds of lavender-blue flowers favored by felines?
CATMINTWhich tough shade perennial with large glossy leathery leaves is called pigsqueak?
BERGENIAWhich dependable garden perennial with deeply lobed leaves and five-petaled flowers is also commonly called cranesbill?
GERANIUMWhich tough, long-blooming perennial produces clusters of small purple or red flowers?
VERBENAWhich unique perennial produces trumpet-shaped pink flowers and compound leaves?
INCARVILLEAWhich ancient spore-bearing perennial group thrives in cool, moist, shady woodland areas?
FERNSWhich tall spiky biennial or perennial is commonly called mullein?
VERBASCUMWhich climbing perennial vine species produces colorful sweet pea flowers?
LATHYRUSWhich colorful cluster-blooming perennial is a staple of traditional cottage gardens?
PHLOXWhich delicate shade perennial with airy, cloud-like flower clusters is called meadow rue?
THALICTRUMWhich botanical genus encompasses the classic Shasta and oxeye daisies?
LEUCANTHEMUMWhich woodland perennial dies back in summer after producing dangling heart-shaped blooms?
BLEEDINGWhich shade-loving perennial genus includes colorful foliage cultivars like Palace Purple?
HEUCHERAWhich bright tubular perennial flower is also known as bee balm or oswego tea?
MONARDAWhich tough trailing ground cover perennial features glossy leaves and blue flowers?
VINCAWhich aromatic perennial herb with feathery anise-scented foliage is bronze fennel?
FOENICULUMWhich crucial native perennial genus feeds monarch butterfly caterpillars and is milkweed?
ASCLEPIASWhich shade-tolerant ground cover perennial has variegated leaves and pink flowers?
LAMIUMWhich cottage garden perennial produces lovely cup-shaped blooms related to hibiscus?
MALVAWhich aromatic perennial herb is widely used in Mediterranean cooking?
ORIGANUMWhich striking architectural perennial produces spherical blue globe thistle flower heads?
ECHINOPSWhich striking perennial or tender shrub produces large, trumpet-shaped night-blooming flowers?
DATURAWhich hardy drought-tolerant daisy perennial is known as blanket flower?
GAILLARDIAWhich early spring alpine perennial covered in silky hairs is called pasque flower?
PULSATILLAWhich colossal wetland perennial features giant prehistoric-sized umbrella leaves?
GUNNERAWhich magnificent woodland perennial produces vase-shaped ostrich fern fronds?
MATTEUCCIAWhich moisture-loving shade perennial features massive kidney leaves and gold spikes?
LIGULARIAWhich classic autumn-blooming perennial produces dense clusters of colorful daisy flowers?
CHRYSANTHEMUMWhich delicate airy perennial with clouds of tiny white flowers is baby's breath?
GYPSOPHILAWhich mat-forming perennial herb with tiny white flowers is sweet woodruff?
GALIUMWhich popular perennial features large, fragrant, bushy blooms in shades of pink, white, and red?
PEONYWhich moisture-loving perennial features globe-shaped golden-yellow buttercup flowers?
TROLLIUSWhich quintessential shade perennial is grown for its magnificent foliage mounds?
HOSTAWhich tufted coastal perennial with pink globe-like flower heads is called sea thrift?
ARMERIAWhich classic white-petaled, yellow-centered daisy variety was bred by Luther Burbank and named _ _ _ _ _ _ daisy?
SHASTAWhich woodland perennial with spotted leaves and blue-pink spring flowers is called lungwort?
PULMONARIAWhich shade-loving perennial with heart-shaped silver-netted leaves is bugloss?
BRUNNERAWhich fragrant perennial with lemon-scented foliage is known as burning bush?
DICTAMNUSWhich aromatic Mediterranean perennial is famous for its soothing purple flower spikes and fragrance?
LAVENDERWhich wildflower perennial features evening-opening yellow or pink cups called evening primrose?
OENOTHERAWhich delicate shade perennial genus includes the classic bleeding heart?
DICENTRAWhich woodland tuberous perennial features upswept reflexed petals and patterned leaves?
CYCLAMENWhich aromatic perennial flower favored by hummingbirds is commonly called bergamot?
MONARDAWhich tall biennial or short-lived perennial produces towering spikes of large cup-shaped blooms?
HOLLYHOCKWhich woodland perennial features unique bell-like flowers with backward-projecting spurs?
COLUMBINEWhich torch lily perennial is also known as red hot poker?
KNIPHOFIAWhich stately perennial bulb produces large, trumpet-shaped showy summer flowers?
LILIUMWhich low-growing woodland perennial with colorful lobed leaves is commonly called _ _ _ _ _ bells?
CORALWhich low-growing ground cover perennial forms a tight carpet of glossy metallic foliage?
AJUGAWhich garden perennial with scalloped leaves that hold sparkling water droplets is lady's mantle?
ALCHEMILLAWhich beloved garden perennial group includes bearded, Siberian, and Japanese types?
IRISWhich striking perennial produces intense blue or red tubular flower spikes?
LOBELIAWhich tough native prairie perennial with pea-like blue flowers is called false indigo?
BAPTISIAWhich tough perennial herb features mint-scented foliage and profuse blue flower spikes?
NEPETAWhich shade perennial produces feathery, plume-like flower spikes above fern-like foliage?
ASTILBEWhich fast-spreading perennial herb family is grown for its refreshing aromatic leaves?
MENTHAWhich brilliant flowering perennial features glossy cup-shaped buttercup blooms?
RANUNCULUSWhich spicy-scented perennial group includes pinks, sweet williams, and carnations?
DIANTHUSWhich delicate perennial flower with rounded pincushion heads is called pincushion flower?
SCABIOSAWhich North American native perennial features starry blue spring flowers and golden fall foliage?
AMSONIAWhich classic garden perennial produces upright, slender flower spikes called speedwell?
VERONICAWhich botanical genus contains the classic towering cottage garden hollyhocks?
ALCEAWhich shade-loving perennial with ladder-like leaflets is called Jacob's ladder?
POLEMONIUMWhich hardy shade perennial with delicate heart-shaped leaves is barrenwort?
EPIMEDIUMWhich botanical genus contains the fragrant culinary and ornamental lavenders?
LAVANDULAWhich tall wetland perennial with magenta flower spikes is purple loosestrife?
LYTHRUMWhich delicate perennial with tiny papery flowers is commonly called sea lavender?
LIMONIUMWhich spike-blooming perennial in the mint family attracts hummingbirds with blue or purple flowers?
SALVIAWhich striking architectural perennial with torch-like bi-colored flower spikes is called poker plant?
KNIPHOFIAWhich creeping evergreen ground cover perennial features trailing stems and blue pinwheel flowers?
PERIWINKLEWhich hardy perennial group includes cornflowers and perennial bachelors buttons?
CENTAUREAWhich lemon-scented perennial herb in the mint family is lemon balm?
MELISSAWhich delicate perennial produces dainty sky-blue flowers on slender stems?
LINUMWhich shade-loving perennial is prized primarily for its lush, textured foliage?
HOSTAWhich charming perennial group is commonly known as bellflowers for their shape?
CAMPANULAWhich bright yellow daisy-like perennial is also known as tickseed?
COREOPSISWhich botanical genus contains the tough, adaptable garden daylilies?
HEMEROCALLISWhich torch lily perennial features fiery red and yellow tubular flower clusters?
TRITOMAWhich clump-forming perennial with three-petaled flowers is called spiderwort?
TRADESCANTIAWhich shade garden favorite has large mound-forming leaves and white or purple flower scapes?
HOSTASWhich cottage garden perennial produces lovely silky flowers in pink or white?
MALVAWhich charming perennial genus includes woodland columbines with spurred blossoms?
AQUILEGIAWhich hardy perennial variety with cup-shaped flowers is commonly known as cranesbill?
GERANIUMWhich tubular-flowered perennial native to North America is commonly called beardtongue?
PENSTEMONWhich fragrant climbing perennial vine produces starry white or yellow flowers?
JASMINUMWhich bulbous perennial produces sword-like leaves and fiery red or orange tubular flowers?
CROCOSMIAWhich sweet-scented shade perennial with nodding white bell flowers is lily of the valley?
CONVALLARIAWhich hardy golden perennial native to North American prairies is commonly called coneflower or black-eyed Susan?
RUDBECKIAWhich large architectural perennial features massive clouds of tiny white flowers?
CRAMBEWhich striking spiky perennial produces tall, pea-like flower whorls in coastal and alpine meadows?
LUPINEWhich perennial sunflower species returns reliably year after year in the garden?
HELIANTHUSWhich charming bellflower perennial produces nodding blue or white bells?
CAMPANULAWhich tall ornamental grass perennial features feathery plumes in autumn?
MISCANTHUSWhich tall native wetland perennial with pink or purple flower clusters is Joe Pye weed?
EUPATORIUMWhich classic prairie perennial with drooping petals and a prominent spiny center is named _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _?
CONEFLOWERWhich stunning perennial variety produces dinnerplate-sized tropical-looking summer blooms?
HIBISCUSWhich soft, velvety, silver-leafed ground cover perennial is affectionately called _ _ _ _ _ ' S ear?
LAMBSWhich North American native perennial produces vertical spikes of purple button flowers?
LIATRISWhich reliable perennial herb with aromatic foliage is commonly called catmint?
NEPETAWhich tough perennial produces trumpet-shaped blossoms that each last for only a single day?
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