I've been pulling them up for 5 years. Goats brought in did not control it. There are many beautiful Daylilies, but the varieties Ive grown seem to bloom for less than a week and take up a lot of space. When I got it was only about a foot high. That is a LOOOOONG story!! But it creates such a dense cover in the spring when the other weeds sprout that it kills them out. Early on in those years, I planted spiderworts, hollyhocks, lily of the valley, bee balm, and others, but the absolute worst one was snow on the mountain. Mine is like a tree now. My Daylilies are stuck against a cement wall - and are being dumb enough not to try growing out! I love the Japanese Painted Fern best. This perennial herb is known to induce a mild euphoria in animals, especially cats. Whether theyre invasive, fast-spreading, short blooming, impossible to kill, or difficult to grow, the 30 perennials in this blog post are plants Id rather not see in my Zone 3 garden. I spent two years trying different products, formulas, and mixtures and this is the only one that was able to completely eliminate both the goutweed/bishop's weed and the chameleon plant. It is impossible to get rid of. Good to know! In addition to this I have tomato pants, herbs, lettuce and greens all growing in their own pots and arranged very nicely on my patio. My mint is excessive, but I drink lemon mint water daily in summer. Does any one have other ideas for control? I love my Lily of the Valley, and Bee Balm too. With variations in both flower and foliage color, height, bloom time and growing conditions, these multipurpose plants can be used in almost any area of the garden. In my next life I am going to live along the nw Pacific Coast. Now I have Chameleon (Lizard Tail) EVERYWHERE and cannot get rid of it. I dont understand?! Both plants have gray-green foliage on square stems. I was expecting to see Four O'clocks.. But ferns reproduce by spores, and those carry easily on the wind. It might take some trial and error, but I'm sure one of these aggressive plants should grow in your space. Thin roots that easily break and will regrow plant if not pulled up completely. I planted it and soon realized how 'happy' aka invasive it is! Tarmac everything. Water new plants or transplants regularly through their first growing season until they become established. ever tried sweet potato (yam) on a trellis? All of it, not a single plant came back. Susan, Japanese knotweed is the Godzilla of all invasive's! My problem with bird feeders was not with sprouting seeds but the dropped seeds were a buffet for mice and voles the raised havoc with my garden and invaded the house. My #2 worst idea has to be planting Mother of Thyme. If you love it, you should plant it ;-). Under my deck, in my driveway and completely taken over the 3x8 flower bed. (I'm not being sarcastic.) It will come back when you cut it but I have noticed that if I plant something else immediately it is in better control. haha. I fell in love with it at the Garden Center. From spring (after the last threat of frost has passed) through early fall. My other neighbor has a walnut tree and i now have walnut seedlings popping up everywhere. I love my wisteria though. I have a tiny yard in Maryland (10 x 10 yards). Will spread them all over to cover the newspaper. I am so sad. They grew under my porch for years then suddenly jailbroke one year. I'm very fortunate to have 4 acres. Tansy was the worst and has invaded my lawn. I do believe I have everything growing in my yard, however I Especially over winter creeper and constantly pulling up bindweed. Unlike its close relative catnip (both are members of the mint family), catmint is better behaved and much showier. Hello Kristen - Liked the article. Yes, it produces a lot of nectar for certain pollinator species at a certain time of the year. I moved into a home that had a lot of these perennials and they have matured into easy to maintain old garden beds that may require weeding once or twice a season. But it is a thug and crowds out everything and is nearly impossible to dig out. Happy gardening! How can you simply say 'Daisies' , when there are some 23,000 members of the daisy family in the world, not to mention countless cultivars and hybrids. I cant believe orange trumpet vine Campsis Radicans isnt on this list. Youre also right about daylilies. What zone are you in? Catmint is not considered invasive, though catnip, its close relative, can be weedy and somewhat invasive in the right growing conditions. They are beautiful when blooming but incredibly ugly after the blooms are spent so I hide them with another prolific bloomer orange daylilies. They grow in any soil. This made me want to run out and grab most of these plants for my garden! Mostly it doesn't rain, and things catch fire. First it depends on where you live and your garden knowledge. Finally said to H*** with it and grabbed the heavy weed-eater. I think it must depend on your individual garden plots and what you think are bad qualities in a plant. Others bloom for such a short time that they dont seem worth the trouble. I love, love, love my daylilies. What is a bane to you people would be a glorious here. Will nearly double in breadth (to over 2 feet across) the second season after planting, quickly filling in your gardens bare spots. So if you have to have a start plant it in a big urn and keep it on the patio. Thank you to you and all your contributors. Chinese Lanterns have almost totally swallowed up my expensive hostas. I guess I will lay down a good soak of vinegar (the ground is already acidic, being in a pine forest) and then a thick layer of newspapers and can get pinewood chips from the fire dept from their free chipper program. Didnt even know there were different types of Bachelor buttons (I love them and will try to find the ones that seed lol) Also those purple flowersthey sure are hardy, and the bees sure do love them OMG I have Prairie lilies and there is this HUMMINGBIRD that visits for mine my day lilies must be planted in a better spot then yours, they're still blooming. Nepeta. Planting in containers. This Spring they overtook my entire garden. I do have it in a pot. They're a biennial so takes 2 years to bloom. Now it's a jungle out there. The soft gray-green foliage and billowy clusters of lavender-blue flowers are like a cool breeze on a hot day. Far from my garden, I have a place with bees. Use Pre Emergents on flowers that self seed. Luckily, none of the plants are any of the ones you just listed! That's not a typo- if our winter doesn't kill it, summer will. My biggest issue is Ajuga. DO NOT PLANT. I love Yarrow, especially for making floral arrangements all summer long. Its my main problem too, its out of control and I dont know what to do. My sister always loved lily of the valley and had a shady area she just let it take over and it smelled and looked lovely too. Yes, irises are also short lived, but I really like the deep purple color of my tall Siberian iris. I think its trying to grow in my lawn. The original 2 plants I put in my garden are long gone but I constantly find new plants yards away from the original spots. While mint invading your garden is a nuisance, its is not so terrible if it invades your lawn unless youre married to the idea of a one-species lawn(not the most environmentally-friendly idea). English Ivy. I wish I had an answer to the violets, I have the same issue in my yard. Don't agree with most of this. Zones. Such a shame since they only bloom in the spring. Attracts bees, butterflies and other beneficial insects. I have bookmarked your website, and will acquire additional plants for our garden with great care. Really!!! It's easy to hand pull, but I can think of 1000 things I'd rather do! We moved 7 years ago..I bet that bed is 100% malva now, lol. Spreads like wildfire, loved all the information,,,,was looking for care and why i should rip out my ivy before it moves into my house, I would add creeping Charlie and creeping myrtle (vinca, periwinkle- it has many names. Eek, I'm only on year 2 of getting rid of my invasive perennials. Oh no! Leave it alone for s minute and its from the devil. Note snails and slugs love daisies! We were cooking in Rising summer heat because the afternoon sun hits entire side of our house. This feed has been so very fascinating to follow, interesting to hear which plants are invasive in some zones! 3. It provides a lovely canopy for our hammock. The second color didn't show up until last year. lily of the valley, mint, oregano, vinca major, raspberries, holllyhocks. Some of the bad flowers look good to me. Wow, those sound like really difficult growing conditions. :-). . Chameleon Plant What a fabulous example of using a plant to your advantage! I inherited an old garden in Salt Lake City years ago that was overrun with them. This is also the best mixture to use if you are battling poison ivy, multiflora rose, virginia creeper, or Oriental bittersweet. I had to start all over because the original space turned into 4. I have no clue about its use in much warmer climates where its water needs may be an issue. I moved away from the Trumpet vine but still have trouble with Morning Glory,this plant was at my new place so the fight goes on. I also live in a place with generally fertile soil, so that might also be why some things run wild here that don't do as well in your zone even if it's warmer. just dont let go to seed.if you stage your garden different things bloom at different times not everything blooms at once.i know my [primula and prime rose and spring bulbs welcome spring them globe flowers iris columbines elephant ears annuals peonys lilies asters mums.IF I WANTED THE SAME THING ALL SEASON ID PLANT ANNUALS AND THATS TOO EXPENSIVE.FOR MY BUDGET. So far, nothing kills it and my efforts just seem to spread it further. It's a beautiful plant, especially in the spring when the white blooms are on it. all three of them are terribly invasive and hard as all get out to get rid of though. I live in Maine. I'm from Mxico. Enjoyed your post! Actually, butterflies are attracted to any flower with nectar. Copyright 2023. I've tried a dozen times to transplant them 400 miles south to my garden and they seldom make it or at best last a couple of anemic years in my heavy clay. Should be illegal to sell this pretty little stinker. The loveliest (and lowest maintenance) garden I ever had included almost all of them, all competing with one another under a grove of young walnut trees. My Lemon Mint has not really taken off like this article said it does. :) It is widely cultivated around the world for both its foliage and blue flowers. BUTnothing beats GOUTWEED! I'll have to check it out! You're absolutely right. The similar common name of catmint is given to most other species in the genus. 20+Cottage Garden Plants & Flowers. I am enjoying many plants I've never grown before. Mint, oh my god the mint! In general, catmint plants are not invasive. However, we have some you don't list that can take over our entire garden in one year. Now I cant get under there to pull it all out because my bushes are all leafed out and blooming. Often clients have us dig it all out after a few years of being annoyed by it growing into everything else. I cant blame him - who wants to accidentally scald themselves? 1 inch left in ground could grow 1 foot in a day. Canada anemone is a north American "ground cover" species that spreads rapidly. This list is intended for a newbie gardener who might not be as vigilant with their plants and easily get overwhelmed by a plant that didn't produce as expected or overtakes a yard with a year or two of neglect. This year tried digging the whole thing up. Drought resistant/drought tolerant perennial plant (xeric). I found that out just recently. It reaches three feet tall, producing sparse white flowers. In one example in 5 years! I am confident it is on Michigan's invasive list. "a weed is a plant in the wrong place". Some you can't get rid of when you try and those are really the ones to avoid. Even without being sheared, they will often repeat bloom, although not quite as prolifically. I love your grandma's saying and the story of your Virginia creeper. Was 25 feet up the trees. We can't grow that ivy well in my hardiness zone, so I've always admired buildings with it. I'm working on getting my new yard in shape. If you're really worried, take it out this spring and move it to a pot. (Old movie reference). Just sweep once in a while. Bell Flower was here when i moved in over 12 years ago. Although not known to be invasive, some catmints can self seed in the garden space. Vinca MAJOR is considered invasive. Over ny 9 years Ive tried many different varieties of plants. In 2018, I removed at least 100 Ostrich Ferns from our yard, and then in the following year, I pulled out another 218. For PC's, go to "images.google.com. Very useful as a natural cleaner, but can run wild if it has ideal growing conditions. Some of the catmints can reseed themselves readily and can become weedy in that way, but there are some . My concern about the advice here is that many people will be discouraged to try incorporating stunning perennials that may or may not be invasive in their soil/climate. I live in Nebraska (zone 5). But, a plant like ox-eye daisy can overrun an area. This is my If you plant the common orange one, it will take over your pretty specialty hybrid ones over the years. You nailed it! Appreciate your advice on some of these others (especially Veronica. There's definitely a niche for garden blogs written by people with an education in plants and I'm sure you would do an amazing job. It didn't matter if it landed upside down or not, it would come back the next year. Good luck trying to get it under control. There are some excellent suggestions in the comments! Hello Kristen and global friends: Thank you for sharing these information with us and I totally agree with you since these certain "Perennials" can take so much space in your garden. I am aware of mint so I just got some chocolate mint and put it in a planter. I remember them as a child. 7 @$!#% years to get rid of it! twist it off. It has slightly aromatic gray-green foliage with a delicate, lacy appearance. It cost a little bit more but there is no waste and the squirrels and mice and rats are not as attracted. I'm also enlightened about a few others & I thank you (& everyone!) Triple threat! Anything with creeping in its name is a hint that you may have it forever (or the person who buys your house after you), I think I want a clover lawn. The only thing really thriving is cannas.even the ferns I planted refused to grow. Once plants are a few inches (8 cm.) I just want to put in a plug for Lulaby Baby, my favorite daylily. I love my daisies and tho they do spread like crazy, I just thin them out every fall or Spring. . I've grown a few of these and enjoyed them. Im sure when my son is older Ill be able to handle the maintenance that some of these plants require. Oregano is related to mint and has the same invasive habit, so if you like growing your own, containers are the best way to control it. It's a fast-growing, perennial plant that produces small, lavender-colored flowers. The seeds get into gutters and streets, wash out to streams and rivers, sprout EVERYWHERE in the wild areas and crowd out native vegetation. Catmint (Nepeta spp.) I'm in zone 8a as well, specifically NE Texas, and you're definitely right about it being an exercise in futility! Some of these cannot be controlled unless you use,something like roundup on them not a good choice but sometimes necessary. I have used wood chip mulch for years and havent had to worry too much about plants reseeded too much. Tennessee as well. She planted 10 shoots. They sneak under my other plants before I notice them, then I am pulling the long stems thru the garden before I snip them off about once a week! I warn COMPLETE strangers about mint when they are looking at them at the plant stores! I think people should grow whatever appeals to them and keep in mind that some of these plants will grow when all others will not. Also, I found some wild Violet in a neighbors lawn that was white with purple inside - so pretty, until it took over my entire garden. Where do you live? If a plant has mint in its name, chances are it's super invasive. It blooms profusely for months on end, from late spring through midsummer. After that, they will very rarely need supplemental watering. Ferns are a problem for me. Catnip vs. Catmint . There seem to be so many haters posting comments. Even though I wrote this post, I believe that if you love a plant and want it in your garden, then you should plant it and enjoy it. I have most of the rest of these-and they are pretty mannerly, in my yard- but we have tons of room. I would also add ivy to this list. Judy C. I find it rather sad that so many of the plants listed, really attract the pollinators. Learned to that when still in my home). Just have a separate space for these. While the fruit is delicious, be prepared for your canes to spring up in unexpected places. I'm finding them everywhere! Kristen, thank you for the info about what not to plant. Impossible to get rid of. If a plant has mint in its name, chances are its super invasive. 3b zone and always looking for ideas. It grows to a height of three feet and bears few white blooms. Wow! My lawn is utterly overrun with it. I am in Illinois, and I just bought some pink Lily of the Valley because they were so different. And so on. I live in a zone 3 area, we can't grow them. Lots of sun. Red roses and catmint are a classic combination, but equally attractive red-flowered companions include Veronica spicata 'Red Fox', Monarda didyma 'Pardon My Cerise', and red valerian (Centranthus ruber). Loved your post and I learned a lot!! There were one or two that surprised me - mint (I am a seasoned landscaper). for that. If you do buy a fern, buy it from an actual garden centre and ask the staff for advice on picking one. But my mint goes in a pot because for crying out loud it spreads EVERYWHERE. Crocosmia That seems to keep them under control. Photo by: Holmes Garden Photos / Alamy Stock Photo, 10 to 12 inches tall, 18 to 24 inches wide. We will have a hyperlink change arrangement between us! I keep the mint contained in its planter by using the hot salted water from cooking pasta or the hot vinegar when I clean the coffeemaker. The best way to propagate existing plants is through division during the spring growing season. I can agree with you on most of the perennials. Catmint and Lemon Mint, I'm looking at you. If you let it go to seed, though, it will usually die. Left behind the obedient plant and gooseneck, because I could control them in the clay of my old garden, bud knew they would cause trouble in the sandy loam of the new place. It has been 4 years now and it is still only about 9' at it's longest runner and very sparse. Download Now, Grab our 100 Zone 3 Perennials List!Download the Guide, Cold Climate Gardening, Cut Flowers & Perennials. Unless you want it as your lawn or have a horse to feed, dont plant it. I think you are confusing perennial with low maintenance I help new gardeners learn to grow their own vegetables and cut flowers, as well as give them the know-how to beautify their yards with perennials. I have Holly Hocks and have for the 7 years we have been here. Gardeners should keep in mind that one gardener's regret can be another's delight. If I had my druthers I would love to do the main part of the lawn in irish moss as groundcover (yeah, here it takes off I've heard but its short and pretty enough to just be a soft short carpet) with a meandering path of flagstone and small to medium sized beds of color - mostly perrenials - here and there along the pathsa bench with an arbor ( and a flowering vining plant) over it and bubbler nearby off in one corner. Then knock on wood, this year there's been nothing but regular weeds yet. Do you know what kind of soil you have? I think people put them there so they don't have to mow the road side and they choke out anything else that may grow too tall by the highway. Unless you like that sort of thing. I think it depends on what variety. I recommend using a hand-held garden tiller like this one. The more I pull them up, the faster they spread. It's great to have people share their actual experience. That is horrible! Good to know! was very well behaved in my garden bed for about 5 years, then it became possessed and raced around my walls into other beds. I picked a piece of it off and placed it in the back of my side garden where maybe the shade will hold it back a little. I've never noticed that when I've visited, but I think the ditch lilies are a great idea. as a companion plant to deter bugswell let me tell ya, THAT 1 spearmint plant has taken over the entire bed almost! On lily of the valley, I totally agree it is invasive, hard to pull up and not even pretty! The standard purple Violet can be super invasive. That sounds terrible! It is a green as can be with a foot of snow under the leaves. I'm in zone 8a, and our yearly temperatures can range between 14 and 114 degrees Fahrenheit. . It's always been a weed to me? ..big mistake! We also managed to raise funds for food banks and shelters. That is all you will have in next to no time. I want to meet the person who plants clover on purpose. I love they flower a long time but they are hard to get under control also. Have you considered mulch around your plants and on your pathways? Even mint is easy to contol if planted in a submered plastic bucket. During winter we do cut them down to the ground but they do come back every year. Next spring it was sort of trimmed back. I have about 20 different varieties and they bloom for nearly a month. What part of the world are you in? Happy gardening! You forgot horseradish. I planted a flower that looks like a daylily but the purple blooms bloom only in the mornings and I planted it a few years ago now it's has taken over my whole yard. Deadheading is unnecessary to prevent self-sowing because the seeds of hybrids are sterile. They are fighting with wheatgrass and winning in Quebec. I've had one plant that just wouldn't quit. %#>*%#, I hate mice so I gave up on feeding the birds. You are absolutely right, the title is click bait-y, but that is part of my job as a blogger. This has been an interesting and fun post and comments. Rudbeckia, Siberian Iris & Cranesbill Geraniums are what I'd add to the growing list. That is what plants do. Enjoy what you have. When I lived in Southern Ontario I did find that Chinese lanterns spread quickly but when I lived farther north I could barely get them to grow. They love it. If you really enjoy gardening and don't mind moving and /or sharing plants, some of the ones on your list will make great additions in my opinion. This goes to show that what one person considers to be an obvious solution is impossible for others to implement. They can also get out of control if not divided regularly. I prefer things here that grow up and keep the ground clear. This way, they dont get overly bushy. I had maybe 10, 5 years ago. If you love it you should plant it, and these plants have their place. After approximately 15 years I am still fighting Crown Vetch, horrible, horrible plant. I also have one rosebush that seems to be doing rather well. It's true that all of these are great for pollinators, and if you love them you should plant them. Almost none of these plants are problematic or invasive in the hot summers, cold winters of the inland desert of Washington State. Rose of sharon with that 15 inch tap root in the first month from blown seed or bird drops has been another bane. Thanks so much for the insight! Great tips! It's a weed for sure, Plantnet and garden answers are that I use. I think it depends a great deal on where you live and what kind of soil, rainfall etc. Shamrocks. Id love to hear about your perennial gardening regrets. Lol, I feel like that about my garden and my Dad too. I'm with you on this one. Please check out my take on the temporary at http://wp.me/p8djUc-1g. You probably hate kittens, too. I try to cut off the flowers to prevent seeding but it has deep underground roots and is trying to take over my vegetable garden. Every time someone mentions planting Virginia Creeper in a gardening group, I shudder inside--especially after hearing everyone's stories. We love them. Like 'Cat's Meow', this selection shares an improved tidy habit, though it is a bit smaller and more compact in size overall. Bees love sunflowers, beebalm, and really any flower that is yellow, purple, or blue. I can easily dig up a clump of iris to fill in a bare patch for next year - I dont have to dig a huge hole in the clay soil - just partially cover the tubers and theyre good to go. Mint doesn't even grow well here. So I guess I would say Grandma was right.live with your plants awhile and Anenomes are my enemy!!! People who are hating on this list, please keep in mind Kristens zone(and no doubt space) most likely has a lot to do with her choices. Horsetail Reed. I have not found many of these difficult to control and love that they compete well with each other and provide a nice textural structure without a lot of messing around, allowing me to focus efforts on establishing the specimens such as a garnet laceleaf japanese maple (which by the way the lillies of the valley work wonderfully underneath). Hi, while I agree with a few on your list (bishop's weed, comfry, lilly of the valley), I feel that a lot of the others should be used. Everywhere. Plant your six hills catmint in the spring through early fall. I want to spare beginner gardeners some heartache until they gain the knowledge and experience to keep up with more aggressive plants. When I originally wrote this post, I wanted to include it but didn't know what it's name was. The ivy literally chokes the life right out of them. Some succeeded, some didn't. 4 o'clocks. Some folks are restricted to rock gardens. I don't want to use herbicides in my compost-only fertilized vegetable garden. Last part of it is wrapped around my Bougainvillea. Catmint can become invasive in moist, warm conditions. Phlox spreads but is not invasive, making it ideal for an easy and satisfying ground cover. I LOVE that bright green. For something to take over in only one year is really terrible!! Birds do not like anything at the bottom of the feeder, not even flowers. If you plant Ivy near your house, it climbs all over your house. Perinatal beds are great when you get them timed right. They planted vinca minor, st.john's wort and then vinca major!!! Catmints. I totally agree! Have ferns all over the place. What a difference zones make. Haha Ive tried to grow nearly everything on your list and most have died. From 1 plant. The reality is that too many people are focused on the beauty of the plant and not how it cooperates in its setting. I think what I learned is that saying my Grandma taught"A WEED is a Beautiful Plant growing in the wrong place" But it makes me REALIZE there is No SUCH thing as a weed! Runners underground shoot up new plants all over the yard. If you love something, even if it's on the list, you should still plant and enjoy. Hi Kristen! The perennial "Canada" thistle, though, is another matter. It is not edible by farm animals so can ruin a pasture in just a couple of years. Its ornamental attributes are lacking and it tends to be weedy and invasive. One little root planted take over an entire yard the next year. And that seals the deal that I'm planting my ferns and lily of the valley in containers! Had them dug out but there was always one sweat potato left to take off and cover the whole bed. Some in a raised bed and also pots. Photo by: Sandy Pruden / Millette Photomedia. 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