Easy-to-Grow Perennials in Indiana

Perennials are easy to grow and bring beauty and life to your garden year after year. They are highly beneficial plants. Along with trees and shrubs, they contribute to soil health, prevent erosion, and provide habitat and food for pollinators, butterflies, and hummingbirds.

Below are 18 native or introduced perennials selected not only for their suitability to Indiana’s climate, but also for their ease of care, hardiness, and high performance. Perennials truly are the backbone of a garden, and they are easy to love!