Annuals, Perennials, and Biennials... Oh My! Understanding Plant Longevity

Plants are a lot like people: each is unique in characteristics and appearance and tends to thrive in different conditions. As we look at some of our favorite plants, we can characterize their life cycles as annual, perennial, or biennial. So, what does that mean? And where does your favorite fall? Our Garden Center staff at Copper Creek in Nisswa help explain.

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