Spring Q. What is the difference between an annual and a perennial?
A. An annual completes its life cycle in one growing season. The seed is usually planted in the spring and then dies sometime in the fall. Examples of some annuals that grow well in this area are tomatoes, impatiens, marigolds and many more. Plants that bloom for more than one year are called perennials. Once they are planted you will save time and effort and will be rewarded with the flowers year after year. Even though it appears that the top of the plant dies, the roots remain alive throughout the winter. Both types of plants can be grown by both amateurs and seasoned gardeners.
