Acidanthera
Acidanthera, often known as the Abyssinian Gladiolus or Peacock Orchid, is a stunning summer-flowering bulb prized for its nodding w...
Read Full Guide →
Aconitum
Aconitum, commonly known as Monkshood or Wolfsbane, is a stunning, deer-resistant perennial prized for its hooded blue-purple blooms...
Read Full Guide →
Actaea
Actaea (commonly known as Bugbane or Baneberry) is the crown jewel of the shade garden. With its elegant foliage and striking archit...
Read Full Guide →
Adiantum
Successfully growing Adiantum (commonly known as the Maidenhair Fern) relies on replicating the cool, moist, and shaded conditions o...
Read Full Guide →
Agapanthus
Agapanthus, commonly known as Lily of the Nile, is a popular ornamental perennial grown across Canada for its bold, strap-like folia...
Read Full Guide →
Alchemilla
Alchemilla, commonly known as Lady’s Mantle, is a hardy perennial loved for its soft, scalloped leaves and airy sprays of lime-green...
Read Full Guide →
Allium Bulbs
A Complete Planting Guide for Canadian Gardeners Alliums are striking late spring-flowering bulbs known for their bold globe-shaped ...
Read Full Guide →
Alstroemeria
Alstroemeria, also known as Peruvian Lily, is a long blooming perennial that adds bright colour to garden beds and containers. Follo...
Read Full Guide →
Amaryllis Bulbs
A Complete Indoor Planting Guide Amaryllis are dramatic, large-flowering bulbs prized for their bold blooms during fall and winter. ...
Read Full Guide →
Anemone Bulbs
A Complete Planting Guide for Canadian Gardeners Anemones are cheerful, poppy-like flowers loved for their bright colours and long b...
Read Full Guide →
Aquilegia
Aquilegia, also known as Columbine, is a hardy perennial that produces delicate, nodding flowers in spring and early summer. These e...
Read Full Guide →
Arisaema
Arisaema, sometimes called Cobra Lily or Jack in the Pulpit, is a unique shade loving perennial grown for its dramatic flowers and b...
Read Full Guide →
Asclepias
Asclepias, commonly known as Milkweed, is a hardy perennial grown for its clusters of colourful flowers and its ability to attract b...
Read Full Guide →
Astilbe
Astilbe is a shade loving perennial known for its soft, feathery plumes and attractive foliage. It adds colour and texture to shaded...
Read Full Guide →
Astrantia
Astrantia is a hardy perennial known for its delicate, star shaped blooms and long flowering season. It is a beautiful choice for co...
Read Full Guide →
Athyrium
Athyrium, often called Lady Fern, is a graceful shade loving perennial grown for its soft, feathery fronds. These hardy ferns are pe...
Read Full Guide →
Bare Root Perennials
Bare root perennials are one of the most reliable, cost-effective ways to build a long-lasting, beautiful garden. From Aconitum and ...
Read Full Guide →
Bare Root Roses
Learn exactly how to plant bare root roses for a stunning garden. This Coast Farms guide covers when to plant, site selection, soil ...
Read Full Guide →
Begonias
How to Plant Begonias in Canada Begonias are a popular choice for Canadian gardens, containers, and hanging baskets thanks to their ...
Read Full Guide →
Blueberries
Blueberries are one of the best fruit shrubs for Canadian gardens. They produce sweet, healthy berries and also add beautiful spring...
Read Full Guide →
Brunnera
Brunnera is a shade loving perennial grown for its heart shaped leaves and delicate blue spring flowers. It is often called Siberian...
Read Full Guide →
Calla Lilies
How to Plant Calla Lilies in BC & Coastal Climates Calla lilies (Zantedeschia) are an excellent choice for British Columbia ...
Read Full Guide →
Canna Lilies
How to Plant Cannas (Canna Lily Planting Guide) Today’s Coast Farms Planting Guide is all about cannas: bold foliage, vibrant blooms...
Read Full Guide →
Convallaria
Convallaria, also known as Lily of the Valley, is a hardy shade loving perennial grown for its sweet fragrance and delicate white be...
Read Full Guide →
Crocosmia
Crocosmia is a bold summer flowering perennial known for its bright red, orange, or yellow blooms. These easy to grow corms add stro...
Read Full Guide →
Crocus Bulbs
How to Plant Crocus Bulbs: The Ultimate Guide for Spring Blooms Learn how to plant crocus bulbs to create a vibrant carpet of colour...
Read Full Guide →
Cyclamen
Cyclamen are elegant flowering plants that thrive in cool Canadian climates, making them an excellent choice for fall and early spri...
Read Full Guide →
Dahlias
Dahlias are popular summer-blooming flowers across Canada, valued for their bold colours, long flowering season, and wide range of s...
Read Full Guide →
Dicentra
Dicentra, commonly known as bleeding heart, is a shade-loving perennial prized for its graceful arching stems and heart-shaped bloom...
Read Full Guide →
Dictamnus
Dictamnus, also known as gas plant, is a long-lived perennial valued for its upright growth and fragrant flowers. It thrives in Cana...
Read Full Guide →
Dutch Iris
A Complete Planting Guide for Canadian Gardeners Dutch iris (Iris hollandica) are elegant spring-flowering bulbs valued for their ta...
Read Full Guide →
Dwarf Iris
A Complete Planting Guide for Canadian Gardeners Dwarf iris are petite, hardy flowering bulbs that bring jewel-like colour to early ...
Read Full Guide →
Echinacea
Echinacea, commonly known as Coneflower, is a staple of the perennial garden. Loved by pollinators and gardeners alike, these hardy ...
Read Full Guide →
Echinops
Echinops, commonly known as globe thistle, is a hardy perennial known for its striking blue spherical flowers and strong, upright st...
Read Full Guide →
Epimedium
Epimedium, often known as barrenwort, is a shade-loving perennial valued for its delicate flowers and attractive foliage. It perform...
Read Full Guide →
Eremurus
A Complete Planting Guide for Canadian Gardeners Eremurus, commonly known as Foxtail Lily, are bold, architectural perennials famous...
Read Full Guide →
Eryngium
Eryngium, also known as sea holly, is a striking perennial known for its metallic blue flowers and architectural form. It performs e...
Read Full Guide →
Eucomis
Eucomis, often called pineapple lily, is a unique summer-flowering bulb that performs well in warm, sunny areas of Canadian gardens....
Read Full Guide →
Filipendula
Filipendula, commonly known as meadowsweet, is a moisture-loving perennial that thrives in damp areas of Canadian gardens. It is val...
Read Full Guide →
Fritillaria Bulbs
A Complete Planting Guide for Canadian Gardeners Fritillaria are distinctive spring-flowering bulbs known for their elegant shapes a...
Read Full Guide →
Galanthus
A Complete Planting Guide for Canadian Gardeners Galanthus, commonly known as snowdrops, are among the earliest bulbs to bloom in th...
Read Full Guide →
Garlic
Garlic is one of the most rewarding crops you can grow, and one of the easiest. Planted in fall, it quietly develops roots over wint...
Read Full Guide →
Geum
Geum, also known as avens, is a charming perennial that brings bright, long-lasting blooms to garden borders. This step-by-step Coas...
Read Full Guide →
Gladiolus
Gladiolus (often called glads) are a favourite among gardeners for their tall, colorful flower spikes and ability to add dramatic he...
Read Full Guide →
Gloriosa
Gloriosa, also known as flame lily, is a striking climbing plant with unique, flame-like blooms. This Coast Farms growing guide cove...
Read Full Guide →
Hardy Hibiscus
Few perennials make a statement like hardy hibiscus. Producing enormous, dinner-plate-sized blooms in deep reds, pinks, and whites f...
Read Full Guide →
Helenium
Helenium, also known as sneezeweed, is a vibrant perennial that produces warm-toned blooms from summer into fall. This Coast Farms g...
Read Full Guide →
Helianthus
Few perennials bring as much late-season cheer as Helianthus, the perennial sunflower. Unlike the annual sunflowers grown from seed ...
Read Full Guide →
Heliopsis
If you want a dependable golden colour from midsummer well into fall, false sunflower is hard to beat. Known as Heliopsis helianthoi...
Read Full Guide →
Hellebores
Hellebores are among the most treasured plants in the winter garden, and for good reason. They bloom when almost nothing else dares,...
Read Full Guide →
Hemerocallis
Daylilies are one of the most dependable and forgiving perennials you can grow, which is exactly why gardeners love them. Known bota...
Read Full Guide →
Hepatica nobilis
Hepatica is a quiet treasure of the early spring garden. One of the first woodland plants to bloom, it opens delicate blue, pink, or...
Read Full Guide →
Hollyhocks
Alcea, commonly known as Hollyhocks, are classic cottage-garden favourites, loved for their tall flower spikes and old-fashioned cha...
Read Full Guide →
Hyacinth Bulbs
A Complete Planting Guide for Canadian Gardeners Hyacinths are fragrant, spring-flowering bulbs known for their dense flower spikes ...
Read Full Guide →
Iris ensata
Japanese iris (Iris ensata) produces some of the largest, most dramatic blooms in the iris family, with wide, flat-petaled flowers a...
Read Full Guide →
Ismene
Ismene ‘Advance’ is a tender, spring-planted bulb known for its fragrant white flowers, narrow spider-like petals, and pale yellow-g...
Read Full Guide →
Leucanthemum
Leucanthemum, commonly known as Shasta Daisy, is a cheerful perennial loved for its bright white petals, sunny yellow centres, and c...
Read Full Guide →
Liatris
Liatris, commonly known as Blazing Star, is a hardy perennial loved for its upright purple flower spikes, strong vertical shape, and...
Read Full Guide →
Lily Bulbs
When to plant: Plant lily bulbs in the spring as soon as the threat of frost has passed. In milder areas, wait until the soil can be...
Read Full Guide →
Lupin
Lupin, also commonly spelled Lupine, is a colourful perennial known for its tall flower spikes, attractive foliage, and classic cott...
Read Full Guide →
Miscanthus
Miscanthus is a graceful ornamental grass grown for its arching foliage, soft movement, and attractive late-season seed heads. It ad...
Read Full Guide →
Muscari
A Complete Planting Guide for Canadian Gardeners Muscari, commonly known as grape hyacinths, are hardy spring-flowering bulbs valued...
Read Full Guide →
Narcissus
A Complete Planting Guide for Canadian Gardeners Narcissus, commonly known as daffodils, are hardy spring-flowering bulbs that produ...
Read Full Guide →
Nerine
Nerine, often called Guernsey Lily, is a striking bulb grown for its elegant, lily-like flowers that bloom later in the season when ...
Read Full Guide →
Oxalis
Oxalis is a colourful, easy-to-grow plant loved for its clover-like foliage, delicate flowers, and strong performance in containers,...
Read Full Guide →
Papaver
Papaver, commonly known as poppy, is a beautiful perennial grown for its bold, papery flowers and relaxed cottage-garden style. Many...
Read Full Guide →
Peonies
Peonies are long-lived perennials known for their large, beautiful blooms, strong stems, and classic garden presence. Once establish...
Read Full Guide →
Phlox
Few perennials work as hard as phlox. From midsummer onward, garden phlox (Phlox paniculata) fills borders with fragrant, colourful ...
Read Full Guide →
Phyllitis
Phyllitis, commonly known as Hart’s Tongue Fern, is a distinctive shade-loving perennial fern with smooth, strap-like green fronds. ...
Read Full Guide →
Polianthes
Polianthes, commonly known as tuberose, is a tender, heat-loving bulb grown for its elegant flower stems and intensely fragrant summ...
Read Full Guide →
Ranunculus Bulbs
A Complete Planting Guide for Canadian Gardeners Ranunculus are loved for their lush, rose-like flowers and vibrant colours. Grown f...
Read Full Guide →
Scilla
Scilla are among the easiest and most rewarding spring bulbs for a Canadian garden, and unlike most spring flowers, many thrive in s...
Read Full Guide →
Siberian Iris
Siberian iris (Iris sibirica) is one of the toughest and most graceful irises you can grow, with elegant blooms in late spring to ea...
Read Full Guide →
Tulip Bulbs
A Complete Planting Guide for Canadian Gardeners Tulips are classic spring bulbs known for their wide range of colours and elegant f...
Read Full Guide →No guides match your search.
Acidanthera
Acidanthera, often known as the Abyssinian Gladiolus or Peacock Orchid, is a stunning summer-flowering bulb prized for its nodding w...
Read Full Guide →
Aconitum
Aconitum, commonly known as Monkshood or Wolfsbane, is a stunning, deer-resistant perennial prized for its hooded blue-purple blooms...
Read Full Guide →
Actaea
Actaea (commonly known as Bugbane or Baneberry) is the crown jewel of the shade garden. With its elegant foliage and striking archit...
Read Full Guide →
Adiantum
Successfully growing Adiantum (commonly known as the Maidenhair Fern) relies on replicating the cool, moist, and shaded conditions o...
Read Full Guide →
Agapanthus
Agapanthus, commonly known as Lily of the Nile, is a popular ornamental perennial grown across Canada for its bold, strap-like folia...
Read Full Guide →
Alchemilla
Alchemilla, commonly known as Lady’s Mantle, is a hardy perennial loved for its soft, scalloped leaves and airy sprays of lime-green...
Read Full Guide →
Alstroemeria
Alstroemeria, also known as Peruvian Lily, is a long blooming perennial that adds bright colour to garden beds and containers. Follo...
Read Full Guide →
Aquilegia
Aquilegia, also known as Columbine, is a hardy perennial that produces delicate, nodding flowers in spring and early summer. These e...
Read Full Guide →
Arisaema
Arisaema, sometimes called Cobra Lily or Jack in the Pulpit, is a unique shade loving perennial grown for its dramatic flowers and b...
Read Full Guide →
Asclepias
Asclepias, commonly known as Milkweed, is a hardy perennial grown for its clusters of colourful flowers and its ability to attract b...
Read Full Guide →
Astilbe
Astilbe is a shade loving perennial known for its soft, feathery plumes and attractive foliage. It adds colour and texture to shaded...
Read Full Guide →
Astrantia
Astrantia is a hardy perennial known for its delicate, star shaped blooms and long flowering season. It is a beautiful choice for co...
Read Full Guide →
Athyrium
Athyrium, often called Lady Fern, is a graceful shade loving perennial grown for its soft, feathery fronds. These hardy ferns are pe...
Read Full Guide →
Bare Root Perennials
Bare root perennials are one of the most reliable, cost-effective ways to build a long-lasting, beautiful garden. From Aconitum and ...
Read Full Guide →
Bare Root Roses
Learn exactly how to plant bare root roses for a stunning garden. This Coast Farms guide covers when to plant, site selection, soil ...
Read Full Guide →
Begonias
How to Plant Begonias in Canada Begonias are a popular choice for Canadian gardens, containers, and hanging baskets thanks to their ...
Read Full Guide →
Blueberries
Blueberries are one of the best fruit shrubs for Canadian gardens. They produce sweet, healthy berries and also add beautiful spring...
Read Full Guide →
Brunnera
Brunnera is a shade loving perennial grown for its heart shaped leaves and delicate blue spring flowers. It is often called Siberian...
Read Full Guide →
Calla Lilies
How to Plant Calla Lilies in BC & Coastal Climates Calla lilies (Zantedeschia) are an excellent choice for British Columbia ...
Read Full Guide →
Canna Lilies
How to Plant Cannas (Canna Lily Planting Guide) Today’s Coast Farms Planting Guide is all about cannas: bold foliage, vibrant blooms...
Read Full Guide →
Convallaria
Convallaria, also known as Lily of the Valley, is a hardy shade loving perennial grown for its sweet fragrance and delicate white be...
Read Full Guide →
Crocosmia
Crocosmia is a bold summer flowering perennial known for its bright red, orange, or yellow blooms. These easy to grow corms add stro...
Read Full Guide →
Cyclamen
Cyclamen are elegant flowering plants that thrive in cool Canadian climates, making them an excellent choice for fall and early spri...
Read Full Guide →
Dahlias
Dahlias are popular summer-blooming flowers across Canada, valued for their bold colours, long flowering season, and wide range of s...
Read Full Guide →
Dicentra
Dicentra, commonly known as bleeding heart, is a shade-loving perennial prized for its graceful arching stems and heart-shaped bloom...
Read Full Guide →
Dictamnus
Dictamnus, also known as gas plant, is a long-lived perennial valued for its upright growth and fragrant flowers. It thrives in Cana...
Read Full Guide →
Echinacea
Echinacea, commonly known as Coneflower, is a staple of the perennial garden. Loved by pollinators and gardeners alike, these hardy ...
Read Full Guide →
Echinops
Echinops, commonly known as globe thistle, is a hardy perennial known for its striking blue spherical flowers and strong, upright st...
Read Full Guide →
Epimedium
Epimedium, often known as barrenwort, is a shade-loving perennial valued for its delicate flowers and attractive foliage. It perform...
Read Full Guide →
Eryngium
Eryngium, also known as sea holly, is a striking perennial known for its metallic blue flowers and architectural form. It performs e...
Read Full Guide →
Eucomis
Eucomis, often called pineapple lily, is a unique summer-flowering bulb that performs well in warm, sunny areas of Canadian gardens....
Read Full Guide →
Filipendula
Filipendula, commonly known as meadowsweet, is a moisture-loving perennial that thrives in damp areas of Canadian gardens. It is val...
Read Full Guide →
Geum
Geum, also known as avens, is a charming perennial that brings bright, long-lasting blooms to garden borders. This step-by-step Coas...
Read Full Guide →
Gladiolus
Gladiolus (often called glads) are a favourite among gardeners for their tall, colorful flower spikes and ability to add dramatic he...
Read Full Guide →
Gloriosa
Gloriosa, also known as flame lily, is a striking climbing plant with unique, flame-like blooms. This Coast Farms growing guide cove...
Read Full Guide →
Hardy Hibiscus
Few perennials make a statement like hardy hibiscus. Producing enormous, dinner-plate-sized blooms in deep reds, pinks, and whites f...
Read Full Guide →
Helenium
Helenium, also known as sneezeweed, is a vibrant perennial that produces warm-toned blooms from summer into fall. This Coast Farms g...
Read Full Guide →
Hellebores
Hellebores are among the most treasured plants in the winter garden, and for good reason. They bloom when almost nothing else dares,...
Read Full Guide →
Hemerocallis
Daylilies are one of the most dependable and forgiving perennials you can grow, which is exactly why gardeners love them. Known bota...
Read Full Guide →
Hepatica nobilis
Hepatica is a quiet treasure of the early spring garden. One of the first woodland plants to bloom, it opens delicate blue, pink, or...
Read Full Guide →
Hollyhocks
Alcea, commonly known as Hollyhocks, are classic cottage-garden favourites, loved for their tall flower spikes and old-fashioned cha...
Read Full Guide →
Iris ensata
Japanese iris (Iris ensata) produces some of the largest, most dramatic blooms in the iris family, with wide, flat-petaled flowers a...
Read Full Guide →
Ismene
Ismene ‘Advance’ is a tender, spring-planted bulb known for its fragrant white flowers, narrow spider-like petals, and pale yellow-g...
Read Full Guide →
Leucanthemum
Leucanthemum, commonly known as Shasta Daisy, is a cheerful perennial loved for its bright white petals, sunny yellow centres, and c...
Read Full Guide →
Liatris
Liatris, commonly known as Blazing Star, is a hardy perennial loved for its upright purple flower spikes, strong vertical shape, and...
Read Full Guide →
Lily Bulbs
When to plant: Plant lily bulbs in the spring as soon as the threat of frost has passed. In milder areas, wait until the soil can be...
Read Full Guide →
Lupin
Lupin, also commonly spelled Lupine, is a colourful perennial known for its tall flower spikes, attractive foliage, and classic cott...
Read Full Guide →
Miscanthus
Miscanthus is a graceful ornamental grass grown for its arching foliage, soft movement, and attractive late-season seed heads. It ad...
Read Full Guide →
Nerine
Nerine, often called Guernsey Lily, is a striking bulb grown for its elegant, lily-like flowers that bloom later in the season when ...
Read Full Guide →
Oxalis
Oxalis is a colourful, easy-to-grow plant loved for its clover-like foliage, delicate flowers, and strong performance in containers,...
Read Full Guide →
Papaver
Papaver, commonly known as poppy, is a beautiful perennial grown for its bold, papery flowers and relaxed cottage-garden style. Many...
Read Full Guide →
Phlox
Few perennials work as hard as phlox. From midsummer onward, garden phlox (Phlox paniculata) fills borders with fragrant, colourful ...
Read Full Guide →
Phyllitis
Phyllitis, commonly known as Hart’s Tongue Fern, is a distinctive shade-loving perennial fern with smooth, strap-like green fronds. ...
Read Full Guide →
Polianthes
Polianthes, commonly known as tuberose, is a tender, heat-loving bulb grown for its elegant flower stems and intensely fragrant summ...
Read Full Guide →
Siberian Iris
Siberian iris (Iris sibirica) is one of the toughest and most graceful irises you can grow, with elegant blooms in late spring to ea...
Read Full Guide →No guides match your search.
Allium Bulbs
A Complete Planting Guide for Canadian Gardeners Alliums are striking late spring-flowering bulbs known for their bold globe-shaped ...
Read Full Guide →
Amaryllis Bulbs
A Complete Indoor Planting Guide Amaryllis are dramatic, large-flowering bulbs prized for their bold blooms during fall and winter. ...
Read Full Guide →
Anemone Bulbs
A Complete Planting Guide for Canadian Gardeners Anemones are cheerful, poppy-like flowers loved for their bright colours and long b...
Read Full Guide →
Crocus Bulbs
How to Plant Crocus Bulbs: The Ultimate Guide for Spring Blooms Learn how to plant crocus bulbs to create a vibrant carpet of colour...
Read Full Guide →
Dutch Iris
A Complete Planting Guide for Canadian Gardeners Dutch iris (Iris hollandica) are elegant spring-flowering bulbs valued for their ta...
Read Full Guide →
Dwarf Iris
A Complete Planting Guide for Canadian Gardeners Dwarf iris are petite, hardy flowering bulbs that bring jewel-like colour to early ...
Read Full Guide →
Eremurus
A Complete Planting Guide for Canadian Gardeners Eremurus, commonly known as Foxtail Lily, are bold, architectural perennials famous...
Read Full Guide →
Fritillaria Bulbs
A Complete Planting Guide for Canadian Gardeners Fritillaria are distinctive spring-flowering bulbs known for their elegant shapes a...
Read Full Guide →
Galanthus
A Complete Planting Guide for Canadian Gardeners Galanthus, commonly known as snowdrops, are among the earliest bulbs to bloom in th...
Read Full Guide →
Garlic
Garlic is one of the most rewarding crops you can grow, and one of the easiest. Planted in fall, it quietly develops roots over wint...
Read Full Guide →
Helianthus
Few perennials bring as much late-season cheer as Helianthus, the perennial sunflower. Unlike the annual sunflowers grown from seed ...
Read Full Guide →
Heliopsis
If you want a dependable golden colour from midsummer well into fall, false sunflower is hard to beat. Known as Heliopsis helianthoi...
Read Full Guide →
Hyacinth Bulbs
A Complete Planting Guide for Canadian Gardeners Hyacinths are fragrant, spring-flowering bulbs known for their dense flower spikes ...
Read Full Guide →
Muscari
A Complete Planting Guide for Canadian Gardeners Muscari, commonly known as grape hyacinths, are hardy spring-flowering bulbs valued...
Read Full Guide →
Narcissus
A Complete Planting Guide for Canadian Gardeners Narcissus, commonly known as daffodils, are hardy spring-flowering bulbs that produ...
Read Full Guide →
Peonies
Peonies are long-lived perennials known for their large, beautiful blooms, strong stems, and classic garden presence. Once establish...
Read Full Guide →
Ranunculus Bulbs
A Complete Planting Guide for Canadian Gardeners Ranunculus are loved for their lush, rose-like flowers and vibrant colours. Grown f...
Read Full Guide →
Scilla
Scilla are among the easiest and most rewarding spring bulbs for a Canadian garden, and unlike most spring flowers, many thrive in s...
Read Full Guide →
Tulip Bulbs
A Complete Planting Guide for Canadian Gardeners Tulips are classic spring bulbs known for their wide range of colours and elegant f...
Read Full Guide →No guides match your search.
