2009 Perennial Plant Symposium Program
The 27th Perennial Plant Symposium - 2009, presented by the Perennial Plant Association, will be hosted in St. Louis,... click for details
Potpourri of Perennials - Plants, Designs & Arrangements
A special design seminar is offered by the Perennial Plant Association. This program has been designed for the benefit... click for details
Gardens of East Central Europe Tour
The 7th Perennial Plant Association tour to Europe is August 24 - September 6. The tour will commence in Berlin, Germany... click for details
2009 PPA Marketing Product Catalog
The 2009 PPA Marketing Product Catalog contains point of purchase materials created by the Perennial Plant Association.... click for details
See Your Company's Name in Lights as a Symposium Sponsor
Your company has the opportunity to support an educational organization devoted to improving the green perennial industry... click for details
Reserve Your Symposium Trade Show Booth Today
Be sure to send in your trade show booth registration early to ensure you get the best spot possible for your company's... click for details
Perennial Plant of the Year Program

The Perennial Plant of the Year Program promotes the use of perennials. Four perennials are selected by the Perennial Plant of the Year Committee from an extensive list of nominations made earlier by PPA members. Each year members cast their vote for one of the four selected plants with the following attributes:

  • suitable for a wide range of climate types
  • low maintenance
  • easily propagated - easily comes true from seed or vegetative propagation
  • exhibits multiple seasonal interest

Past winners inlcude:
Perennial Plant of the Year - How Is It Chosen?

From time to time we receive the question, "How is the Perennial Plant of the Year selected?" The selection process is quite simple – PPA members vote for the POY. In addition to their vote, each member nominates plants for future consideration. The Perennial Plant of...

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