It is difficult to imagine a beautiful courtyard of a private or apartment building without flower beds. Farmstead owners always try to decorate their property with flowers of various heights, colors, and shapes. Particularly in demand are sunny, yellow flowers, which, even on the gloomiest day, delight people passing by with their “warmth”. At the same time, when choosing a flower variety, you can give preference to perennials that do not require annual sowing of seeds, thereby saving the time and effort of gardeners. So, the article provides a list of the best perennial yellow flowers, their photos, name and description.
Narcissus
This flower is probably known to everyone who has ever been interested in the issue of growing flowers. The narcissist is very unpretentious. It can be successfully cultivated even on the poorest soils. It is undemanding in terms of lighting and consistently warm weather. Thanks to such resistance to stressful conditions, narcissus can be safely recommended to beginning flower growers who are not confident in their strengths and capabilities.
It is worth noting that, thanks to the efforts of breeders, flower growers are offered about 10 different varieties of narcissus to choose from.Most of them have a yellow bud color. However, when choosing a variety, you should pay attention to the size of the flowers and the presence of aroma.
Golden Harvist
This variety of narcissus is distinguished by a strong, durable peduncle and a bud of large diameter (10 cm). The perianth crown is bright yellow with pronounced wavy edges. The height of such a flowering plant reaches 40 cm. The flower of the “Golden Harvist” variety exudes a pleasant aroma. Its flowering period is 2-3 weeks.
Carlton
It is this type of daffodil that can be seen most often in flower beds and in front gardens. It is very resistant to bad weather and successfully tolerates a lack of light. Its flower is lemon-yellow in color, up to 10 cm in diameter. The perianth crown is painted in a brighter color, its edges are slightly wavy. This variety of narcissus is especially fragrant. Its flowering period is just over 2 weeks.
Inglescombe
A very beautiful double daffodil, the bud of which consists of more than 40 petals. Its appearance is stunning, however, the peduncle is not strong enough; in rainy weather it may not hold the flower, which will lead to laying down. The height of the plant is approximately 40 cm, the diameter of the flower is 8 cm. The dense yellow flowers of this variety exude a light, unobtrusive aroma and are recommended for cutting.
The above garden flowers are yellow perennials that reproduce by bulbs. Daffodils should be planted in open ground from October to December to a depth of 10-15 cm. A distance of 5-10 cm should be maintained between the bulbs during planting.During the winter, planted narcissus bulbs should be covered to prevent freezing. Having planted plants in the fall, you should expect seedlings in the spring of next year. Daffodils bloom at the end of April - beginning of May.
Tulip
Tulip - the conqueror of women's hearts, comes from Holland. Songs are written about these yellow perennials, and it would be at least unfair to ignore them. So, below we present the best varieties of yellow tulips that can decorate every flowerbed.
Golden Apeldoorn
A tulip with this cup shape is considered traditional. It can also be grown in temperate climates. The flower of the Golden Apeldoorn variety has amazing decorative qualities: its height reaches 60, and sometimes even 80 cm, the diameter of the rich yellow glass is 6 cm.
This variety of yellow flowers can be grown in greenhouses and open ground. The plant is great for cutting and making bouquets.
Monte Carlo
The Monte Carlo variety is represented by double tulips, which can be seen above in the photo. The wonderful flowers are lemon yellow in color and exude a sweet, pleasant aroma. The height of each tulip reaches 50 cm, the diameter of the opened bud is 10-12 cm. This wonderful flower is the embodiment of lightness and grace. When planting tulips of this variety, 40-45 bulbs per 1 m2 land, you can get a charming flowerbed like a yellow cloud.
Mon amyr
An amazing, fringed yellow tulip of the “Mon Amour” variety can decorate any flowerbed or become the “highlight” of a bouquet. The height of the plant stem is 55-60 cm, the height of the glass is 7-9 cm, its diameter is about 10 cm. Large buds are decorated with delicate fringe. Soft, thin needles frame delicate petals.A bouquet of tulips of this variety will surely enchant every lady with its beauty and delicate sweet aroma.
In addition to the above varieties, yellow tulips are “Texas Gold”, “Yellow Crow”, “Laverock”, “Hamilton”. All these yellow perennials are planted as bulbs in the fall. The best time for planting tulips in a temperate climate is at the end of September - beginning of October, when the soil at a depth of 10 cm has a temperature no higher than +100C. Tulip bulbs should be immersed in the soil to a depth of 15-20 cm. For the winter, it is recommended to protect the crops with insulating materials, for example, mulch or geotextiles.
The flowering period of tulips occurs in the spring month of May. However, it is worth remembering that beautiful, full-grown flowers can only be obtained when grown in nutritious, loose soil. Tulips need to be replanted to a new location once every 5 years. The video provides recommendations on how to properly plant (replant) tulips in the fall:
Iris
Irises come in a wide range of varieties, including dwarf and tall flowers with yellow buds. When choosing a particular variety of irises, you should pay attention not only to the color and size of the flowers, but also to the type of root system, since it can be bulbous or rhizomatous, which affects the propagation and replanting of plants.
Juno (Bukhara)
This oddly shaped iris variety has a bulbous root system. The leaves of the iris "Juno" are lanceolate, up to 20 cm long. Their width is approximately 4 cm. Flower stalks grow from the lush green bush - stems up to 40 cm high.At the top of the peduncles you can see flowers that combine elements of yellow and white coloring. The average height of the flower calyx is 5 cm. Up to 7 flowers are formed on each peduncle.
Growing such a yellow perennial in your garden is not at all difficult. It requires moderate watering and full lighting. The Juno variety is unpretentious in soil composition.
Flor Plena
This yellow perennial belongs to the category of marsh plants. It can often be found on the banks of reservoirs, as there is enough moisture for their growth. This iris is rhizomatous and has a powerful root system. The height of the plant reaches 90 cm. Each stem of the plant can produce up to 15 flowers, the petals of which are painted bright yellow. The leaves of the iris are sword-shaped and quite large. Their width can reach 7 cm.
The perennial yellow iris of the Flor Plena variety is a real decoration for a front garden or a separate flower bed. Its bright and delicate flowers will certainly not leave anyone indifferent.
Care should be taken to plant irises in the fall. In temperate climates, the optimal time for planting plants in open ground is October. It is recommended to cover crops for the winter. In early spring, as soon as the snow melts, the irises will begin to sprout. At this time, they should be loosened and, if necessary, fertilized. After the end of spring flowering, iris bushes should be cut at the root. These yellow perennials need to be replanted (planted) once every 3-4 years.
Daisies
Chamomiles are a traditional garden plant.But few people know that there are 36 different types of these flowers, including varieties of yellow daisy. Such perennials are able to create a sunny mood in the gloomiest weather. You can get acquainted with the varieties of yellow daisies below.
Doronicum (kozulnik)
There are several varieties of Daronicum (Caucasian, road, oriental and others), however, they all have similar characteristics and bright yellow flowers.
These garden flowers can become a real decoration of the garden. Their height reaches 70 cm, and the diameter of large yellow flowers is up to 10 cm. The petals of “Kozulnik” are reedlike, like those of traditional daisies. Its core is filled with small tubular petals. It is worth noting that such yellow daisies bloom for quite a long time: as the flower withers on the main peduncle, smaller flowers form and bloom on the side shoots. Thus, the Doronicum bush remains charming from May to July.
Antemis
"Anthemis" is a slightly smaller yellow daisy. This variety is also called “Pupavka dyeing”. The yellow perennial is unpretentious to soil composition and can grow in full sun or shade. The height of the branched flower bush ranges from 30 to 50 cm. On its main stems and shoots, yellow daisies are formed en masse, the diameter of which is no more than 5 cm. The “Antimes” variety blooms for quite a long time, from June to August.
Perennial daisies do not require special care. They are sown with seeds in open ground in the spring.The first summer after sowing, you should not wait for flowering - beautiful yellow flowers will appear only next year. Chamomiles tolerate drought and heat well. After flowering has finished, the plants should be cut back. Shelter for the winter is not required. Perennial bushes need to be replanted every 5 years.
Lilies
There are a huge number of varieties of yellow lilies. These include “Yellow Bird”, “Solnechnaya”, “Destiny”, “Soulstarite”, “Golden Dno”, “Nova Sento”, “Wellow” and some others. A description of the most beautiful yellow lilies and their photographs are given below.
Nashville
The flower was bred in the Netherlands. A wonderful bulbous plant that delights with its beauty. Each yellow Nashville lily has a flower with a diameter of 15-20 cm. The plant itself is also quite tall: from 60 to 80 cm, excellent for cutting and making bouquets.
Sandhu
This wonderful yellow lily will fit perfectly into any flower arrangement. Its flowers are much more magnificent than other varieties of this crop. They have 9-10 large, bright yellow petals, the centers of which are decorated with orange-red dots, like splashes of wine. Their aroma is magnificent and attracts every person passing by.
Lily variety "Sandyu" has a thick, stable peduncle, the height of which can reach 1.5 meters. The flower itself is very beautiful, large. Its diameter can exceed 20 cm. From 3 to 10 inflorescences are formed on each peduncle. Lilies are great for garden growing and for cutting.
Lilies are quite whimsical. They are particularly demanding of sunlight.To grow them, you should choose well-lit places with drained, nutritious soil. Flower bulbs should be buried deep enough in the soil (the depth is calculated by multiplying the diameter of the bulb by 3). The given varieties of lilies are frost-resistant; they do not need to be dug up for the winter. In late autumn, flower stems should be trimmed and the planting should be covered with mulch.
Low-growing perennials
All the plants described above are quite tall, however, among the yellow perennials one can distinguish low-growing varieties that can decorate not only the flowerbed, but also the green lawn that is familiar to everyone.
Primrose "Yellow Giant"
A yellow perennial whose height is only 20 cm. The plant grows very well and reproduces quickly, excellent for growing in shaded areas of the ground. The flower is resistant to stressful conditions. It can be replanted even during flowering.
You can grow the perennial variety “Yellow Giant” using seedlings: seeds for seedlings are sown in February-March. Seed germination occurs quite late - after 25-28 days. When two or three leaves appear, flower seedlings are dived into the ground. A distance of at least 10 cm should be maintained between flower rosettes.
Starting from the second season, the “Yellow Giant” primrose blooms from April to July. Its wonderful yellow flowers can be seen in the photo above.
Alyssum rocky
Ground cover, herbaceous, perennial plant. Its height is in the range of 15-25 cm. The stems of "Alyssum" are highly branched and lying.They are almost invisible under the lush inflorescences, each of which consists of many small flowers of bright yellow color. Fragrant flowers delight with their beauty in April-May. The plant reproduces by seeds and is prone to self-propagation.
Conclusion
Yellow, low-growing perennials are unpretentious, reproduce by seeds and do not require preparation for the winter season. They grow strongly, and the abundance of their growth can be regulated by thinning and removing unwanted shoots.
The article does not contain all the names and photos of yellow perennial flowers. Thus, it is worth paying attention to the tall eremurus, daylily, rudbeckia, familiar and familiar to many gladioli, chrysanthemums and dahlias.
All these flowers are beautiful; they can be planted in flower beds as the main and only crop or combined with flowers of other types, varieties, and colors. However, it is worth remembering that perennial varieties are less demanding in terms of growing conditions; they require less time and attention than their annual counterparts. The variety of perennial yellow flowers will satisfy the needs of every esthete.
