You have dozens of types of plants available for use in a commercial landscape. Perennials are plants that last for more than two years, while annuals have a one-year lifespan. Each plant has its own advantages in your plant management plan.
The biggest advantage of perennial plants is their sustainability. Once they are established, these plants need less care because their root systems run deep, allowing them to tap into water and nutrients deeper in the soil. This structure also prevents erosion of your landscape. Perennials also bloom at different times, which can create a beautiful garden throughout the year.
Annual plants live out their life in one year, so they need to be replanted every spring. They are very easy to grow and bloom longer than perennials, giving your garden more color. Annuals are pretty inexpensive and can fill in bare spots in your landscape. You can change the look of your garden each year with annuals, just by planting different varieties. Annuals are less prone to pests and disease, so they need less care.
We recommend using both types of plants in your landscape to give your garden more visual appeal.
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