Spring Planting Garden Ready Perennials

Spring Planting Garden Ready Perennials Advice

What makes garden ready perennials special?

Garden Ready Perennials are carefully grown plants delivered strong, healthy and ready to go straight into your borders or containers. Unlike young plug plants that need extra care hardening off before planting, these perennials are established enough to thrive quickly and bring colour to your garden faster.

Why choose perennials for spring planting?

Perennials come back year after year, offering excellent value and reliability. By planting in spring, your perennials have the whole season to establish strong roots, giving you vibrant foliage and flowers in their first year and even more impact in the years ahead.

How to plant garden ready perennials

1. Choose a sunny or partially shaded spot depending on the plant variety.
2. Prepare the soil by digging in compost to enrich it and improve drainage.
3. Dig a hole slightly larger than the plant’s root ball and position it at the same depth it was in its pot.
4. Backfill with soil, firm gently around the base and water thoroughly.
5. Add a layer of mulch to lock in moisture and deter weeds.

Caring for garden ready perennials

• Water regularly during dry spells, particularly in their first year.
• Feed with a balanced fertiliser in spring and midsummer to encourage strong growth.
• Deadhead faded flowers, at the varieties correct time, to prolong flowering.
• Divide clumps every few years to keep plants vigorous and prevent overcrowding.

Can I grow garden ready perennials in pots?

Yes, many perennials are perfect for containers, offering flexibility and colour for patios and small spaces. Choose pots with good drainage and use a high-quality compost.

Why buy garden ready perennials from Marshalls Garden?

With over 75 years of gardening expertise, Marshalls Garden provides premium Garden Ready Perennials chosen for quality, performance and beauty.
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