New to Perennials? Easy Cut Flowers for Alberta Gardens
🌿 Beginner-Friendly Perennials for Cut Flowers
Shasta Daisy
Bright, cheerful, and blooms for weeks. A classic for cut bouquets.
🌼 Tip: Don’t confuse these with the smaller Ox-eye Daisy, which is considered a noxious weed in Alberta.
Delphinium
A tall, elegant favourite that brings rich colour and height.
🌼 Tip: Watch for insect issues — you can either cut the whole plant back or remove affected leaves early on to keep it healthy.
Liatris spicata
Liatris
Feathery purple spikes that draw pollinators and add vertical flair to arrangements.
🌼 Tip: These unique bloomers flower from the top down, unlike most perennials — a fun surprise in the garden.
Peony
The queen of spring! Big, fragrant, and timeless.
🌼 Tip: They need consistent moisture during the growing season to produce full, healthy blooms year after year.
Lilium spp.
Asiatic Lilies
Low maintenance and packed with colour — a true bouquet staple.
🌼 Tip: Keep an eye out for red lily beetles. If you see them, hand-pick them daily before they multiply.
Salvia
A pollinator favourite with lovely purple or blue spikes.
🌼 Tip: Salvia belongs to the mint family and has square stems — a neat trait shared by all plants in this group.
Salvia officinalis
German Statice
This plant punches well above its weight in both fresh and dried bouquets.
🌼 Tip: The tiny white blooms dry beautifully and hold their form for months.
Solidago (Goldenrod)
Late-season filler that adds warmth and texture to arrangements.
🌼 Tip: Choose cultivated varieties for the best blooms — native types tend to be less showy.
🌸 Bonus Picks Worth Trying
If you’re feeling a little adventurous, consider adding:
Sea Holly – spiky and sculptural, but super hardy
Globe Thistle – drought-resistant and great for drying
Alchemilla (Lady’s Mantle) – lovely foliage and soft lime blooms
Aconitum (Monkshood) – beautiful but toxic, so use with care
💐 Planning Ahead
Whether you're growing your own or just love having fresh bouquets in your home, these perennials help build a strong, long-lasting cutting garden. Even better — you might see some of these favourites popping up in Broad Meadow bouquets in 2026. 😉
Which of these flowers do you already grow — or want to try? Let me know! Or tag us in your garden photos — I love seeing what’s blooming in your world.
Happy Gardening,
Heidi
