Along with lawn care, here is a list of some of our favorite hardy flowering perennials.
- Gaillardia; Blanket Flower - flowers much of summer and hardy; 2-3"; http://gardening.about.com/od/choosingperennialplants/ig/Perennials-for-New-Gardeners/Gaillardia--Blanket-Flower.htm
- Achillea; Growing Yarrow - spreads; 6"-36" tall; http://gardening.about.com/od/plantprofile1/p/Achillea.htm
- Geranium - colorful, blooms for several months
- Pinks
