Rooted in Resilience

These hardy perennials will thrive in most zones

BY JODI HELMER

1 Giant allium ALLIUM GIGANTEUM ZONES 5 TO 8 A softball-sized cluster of star-shaped purple florets atop a thick, naked stem grows up to 6 inches in diameter and creates a stunning focal point in the garden. Plant bulbs in full sun and medium to well draining soil. The so-called giant onions have leaves and stalks that smell like the pungent veggie but aren’t edible. Why we love it: Flowers bloom in late spring and can be cut or dried for floral arrangements. DIVIDE AND CONQUER Fall is the best time to divide perennials because plants have stored sufficient energy to recover from transplant stress. Transplant at least six weeks before the first frost to give plants enough time to get established before winter. 2 Yarrow ACHILLEA MILLEFOLIUM ZONES 3 TO 9 Once a medicinal plant, common yarrow…

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