Perennials for Cold Climates Zone 3

[@hollybritton7255]

Thank you, no one EVER includes zone 3. I love the variegated leaf heliopsis!! Northern Minnesota.

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Thanks Holly - one of my favorites too!

[@bradcarby3765]

I'm a grown man. I just spent 11:23 seconds of my life listening to another grown man talk about flowers. Not just any flowers though, ones that would surely burn up and die a horrible death in my tropical climate. A waste of time? Not even a little bit. Thoroughly enjoyable. Now I have to go start tomatoes because it's nearly winter.

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

I know your climate may have challenges, but I do envy being able to grow tomatoes in winter!

[@Braham_the_Terror]

Jeez, what does gender have to do with this at all? Happy gardening.

[@Jenny-bc5kz]

Thank you for including us who are in northern climates

[@BRBkitch]

Thank you for this video! I live in Saskatchewan zone 3b and I get garden envy seeing all the gorgeous zone 5+ perennials. This gave me some fresh ideas and inspiration!

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Fantastic! Have a great gardening season

[@user-ul1xq2db4f]

Have you seen the guy in Sask doing all kinds of tropical plants in a passive solar greenhouse???

[@hpi2beme]

Whenever I recommend your channel I always have to add, "he's not just a rose guy. You can learn a lot about plants from him." Thank you for taking the time to share your knowledge with us.

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Lol! Thanks. The consequences of my lack of topic discipline...

[@annettearellano9482]

Thank you Jason, this video help us here in zone 3 , your the best!

[@melfuz]

Zone 3 here...thanks Jason! Just the video I was looking for! Columbine are probably one of my favorite perrenials 😊

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

My pleasure Melanie - I'm glad you found it helpful.

[@basicbaroque]

Another amazing video! I'd also like to add to the list, Peonies. They are very popular in Sweden and need a long, cold winter to do their best. Would do great in US zone 3.

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

For sure. Peonies are a classic choice for colder climates. Thanks!

[@teresaroper9993]

Gillardia, zone 2b Alberta Canada. It self seeds and spreads. I have Arizona Sun and Arizona Red Shades. I planted small plants in 14. Have never purchased again and they just keep coming and blooming! Love these.

[@tanon823]

I came across Green Twister as a ‘last one’ at my garden centre last September. Originally, it was quite expensive, but it was discounted so it was a bit of a lucky break. I stuck it in the ground and will see if it survived our Alberta winter. Usually the echinacea do surprisingly well, so fingers crossed. I also have a tray of columbine in two varieties that I have nurtured from seed since March so I will see how they do once outside. 🤞🤞

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

That's a great find in end of season discount plants!

[@artistlovepeace]

Thank you. A wonderful lesson.

[@teresaroper9993]

I have every one of these in my garden.

[@gilaisaacs743]

Thank you, great information

[@TheOldHaneyPlace.]

Up in Northern Alberta my blanket flower grows almost like a weed, (but in a good way). Year after year I'll be walking around and all of a sudden, "oh, hello, how did you get here?"

[@mio.giardino]

My Gaillardia in zone 3 is doing very well, it’s now in its 3 year and I did start it from seed.

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Very nice - thanks for the feedback! They don't last long for me, but are probably worth annual reseeding anyhow.

[@SusanGoforth]

So happy to have discovered your Channel. This is one of my new favorite videos. Thank you for sharing such wonderful information in such an entertaining way. I cannot wait to get my hands in the soil. Thanks again. Sincerely, Susan Goforth

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Thanks Susan. Have a great gardening season!

[@demesrvl6761]

So thoughtful!! The Frozen Chosen so frequently get left out of plant discussions!! Zone 8 here, was Zone 7B 40 yrs ago.

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

I like that - the Frozen Chosen!

[@ScottYdo]

Thanks for your excellent video , as usual. Appreciate all your tips and tricks. I’m in a zone 3 in🇨🇦. Always looking for a new compatible variety. Like that Jack Frost. Keep up the great work. Look forward to next one. Stay well 👍👍🎯

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Thanks Scott!

[@annierampersad3982]

Hello everyone. Love all the flowers. Thanks for sharing Jason.

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

My pleasure Annie. Thanks for watching.

[@grapefruitpineapple7667]

Many of these perrenials I haven't seen or heard of. Thank you for introducing me to new species.

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Glad to have found a few that were new to you!

[@debbiesirota8284]

Thank you from zone 3🫶❤️🌼🌸🌼🐝

[@MartinaSchoppe]

oh, I love Aquilegias. One of the things I love about them is, is that, if you ever had one in the garden, you'll have more of them in the garden, always. Without them getting overwhelming. They always seem to find the absolut right spot with the perfect colour for where they land. I sowed a mix in a new bed - I can't wait to see, who shows up where 😊

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Yes, and if they're already mixed, you get the added benefit of anticipating which color and form the babies will be!

[@LifebyDrey]

Thank you for this video! Very informative. Look forward to using this information once the ground defrosts.

[@ikswej]

Thank you so much for posting this video. Now l am looking everywhere for zone 3 plants,they should survive our mild winters here in the UK. Also about to start taking semi ripe rose cuttings,thanks to you. Just never stop doing what you do

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Thanks for the encouragement!

[@wildbirdfarm]

I was so excited to see Trollius on your list - trying it for the first time this year!

[@janeti6149]

thanks for thinking of us Jason - Zone 3 - 4 Winnipeg Manitoba. I have lots of the ones you mentioned but am going to try and find the different varieties you named. it is often difficult to find these in local greenhouses. Also this video was a good reminder of some I used to have and have forgotten - Globe Thistle for sure. A few years ago I tried the green Echinacia but it didn't survive - may try Twister. The more common orange Gallardia always does well around here - many of my neighbours gardens have masses of them. Really like the look of Arizona Apricot - will try to find it. Will have to wait a while before we see what has survived the winter. As someone else mentioned - another challenge I have is finding flowers for shade in this zone

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Thanks Janet. That Jelitto site I showed at the end is a pretty good resource because of the search options - you can put in the zone and sun exposure, and even with zone 3 in shade there are 635 matches! I don't always end up buying the seeds from them exclusively, but it's a great site to inspire.

[@janeti6149]

@@FraserValleyRoseFarm 635?? Wow- unbelievable - will definitely check it out- thanks

[@marilynm2086]

I live on the prairies (Manitoba) and I have to treat gaillardia as an annual. It can survive but not in the open prairies where I live so I just start it by seed each year.

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Thanks Marilyn

[@blairrogers8724]

Thanks Jason, this is very helpful! Great as always.

[@suebaszler5284]

Hi Jason, good video. I live in zone 5b and some perennials that do well here are lupin, daisy, salvia, phlox, astilbe, hosta, daylilies, & peony. Also many herbs do well such as mints, thyme, lavender, chives, and many more. I really love your videos. Thank you.

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Thanks for your additions Sue!

[@skyz3160]

Thanks for listing the website, will start exploring like a kid in a candy shop !

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

You bet. I like that site best for the depth of information - but I split my perennial purchases now between Jelitto and Hazzard's

[@BestLife1133]

Chickens love comfrey!

[@dennistaft7868]

Once again great vid. I'm in NY zone 5 and have several of these in my garden and they do very well. You did show some that are new to me and I'll have to look them up. Thanks Jason.

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

My pleasure Dennis

[@kimberlydeprey]

South of Boston, zone 6B here. Thank you!

[@marmaladesunrise]

Nice vid, Jason.

[@isador4784]

We had a Bleeding Heart on our property about 17 K outside of Princeton that came back every year. I have to say though, it was under an eve, so had a bit of protection. Hmm, have to ask the wife where it got moved to when we demo'd the old place. . .

[@hagenoft]

Zone 4 here. Thanks for the excellent video!!!

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

So happy you liked it!

[@madaboutflowers3136]

I have some Trollius Ircuticus in my yard. When I have visitors, people always ask me about it. I think I picked it up from a David Douglas plant sale a few years ago. I'm going to try to save some seeds this year and spread it around my yard.

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Good plan! I found them easy to start by seed.

[@rphjacobs9197]

Your videos are always so professional and informative! I always get excited when you post a new one❤️🦋🐝🌸🌹

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Thanks - that's so nice to hear.

[@sldulin]

Good one Jason, I even got a hot tip out of it - that red achillia looks right up my alley. I am in about the same climate zone as you here in W Washington and my challenge is limited sunlight. My pronounced preference is for strong red flowering plants so for example Dublin Bay and Don Juan are effective for me. So any recommendations for relatively shade-tolerant plants in the vibrant red spectrum are appreciated!

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

I'm with you on strong colors - I guess I'm just not that subtle! BTW, have a quick look at Salvia 'Arriba' - hot red on a shade tolerant sage. It hasn't been long-lived for me, but easy to start from seed.

[@country_boy_zone6b]

Oh I'm Jason..I live in zone 8...I'm special...yuk!!...hahaha...well I'm Rourke and I'm STUCK in zone 6!!!...great as always!!❤❤❤..all my roses sailed threw winter fine..I found Pop Art locally and I love the bloom colors and scent..I'm a big fan of striped roses..looking forward to your next video..👍🌹🌿🌈🌤

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Thanks Rourke! But now all the viewers from zone 3 are saying "ooh, I'm Rourke..." ;-)

[@country_boy_zone6b]

😱😱😱🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣you Canadians are so smug...you can have Trump and we can get Trudeau...then see how smug you are!!!🤣🤣🤣🤣😊😊😊see ya ooot and abuuut...🌹🌹🌹

[@alligator_pie]

Such wonderful recommendations I’m excited to try a few. I was so excited last year about my Perovskia atriplicifolia ‘Blue Jean Baby’, (Russian sage), but I think they did not survive the Alberta cold. The nearby Jacob’s ladder and Scabiosa columbaria 'Butterfly Blue' (pincushion flower) are coming back strong! Guess I’d better stick to zone 3!

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Thanks! Scabiosa is maybe one of those that struggles a bit here due to a mild & moist winter. I saw one source listed them for zones 3-7

[@alligator_pie]

@@FraserValleyRoseFarm really interesting point you made about some cold climate perennials maybe not doing as well in freeze/thaw winters. The scabiosa blooms are long-lived and a delightful pink lavender color

[@cgj3888]

So good and informative watched it few times to make notes Brill guide THANKS

[@lbetsworth355]

Wonderful selection. I’m in Toronto and my struggle is finding colourful perennials that will bloom well in partial shade. I have bleeding hearts, iris, and a rose of sharon. I’m going to research some from this video that really caught my fancy such as the yellow ones. Many thanks for all the choices you highlighted.

[@Meskarune]

yeeees I needed this video

[@ankita3214]

Amazing varieties Jason, best video.👍

[@gfutube1]

Great show as usual Jason. I had about 30 teas and floribundas (large roses) when I lived on Vancouver Island. Seven years ago I moved to Nova Scotia (supposed to be zone 6b). I planted some miniature roses last year from Walmart Mother’s Day pots that have survived even after a colder winter here (quite a bit of dieback though). If you ever have time I would be interested in a show about larger roses that could be hardy in colder zones. Thanks.

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Thanks Gene. I'll put it on the list!

[@popandbob]

Nice picks - I grow 3/4 of your list (or variants of them at least) in one of the toughest zone 3 regions…. The chinook zone! Here it can go from -40 to plus 20c in 24hours…. Or less!

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Calgary? That's a heck of a swing for your plants to handle!

[@elsafischer3247]

Beautiful plants thank you and all of them I could find them here in Switzerland

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Good to hear! Have a great gardening season in lovely Switzerland

[@CampingforCool41]

I have a “king of hearts” bleeding heart in zone 4 and it made it through a very long winter last year just fine. Not sure about zone 3 but I think bleeding hearts are generally very cold hardy

[@user-ul1xq2db4f]

Zone 2a here and my bleeding hearts come back every year 😊

[@linggarrison4277]

Thanks for the informative video once again！Thought you will pick peonies for colder zones:)

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Classic pick. Along with lilies and german irises. And there are plenty of nice plants within those groups for sure!

[@bri0013]

Wish we had jacket weather lol. Its blazing hot here 😂

[@mechele4848]

Thanx...from zone 5.😁 I have old-fashioned pink bleeding heart, they are stunning! And deer don't like them👍 zones 2-9. Trying to figure out a nice fern to add for when they fade out. What size should I go for?

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

One of my favorites is Ostrich Fern

[@mechele4848]

@@FraserValleyRoseFarm Thanx I'll check it out! 😁 Perfect they are Perfect!😍 I'm excited! Thanx Again! 💯 👏

[@emcsquare62]

We transported several blanket flowers from the North Carolina area to our WV area (zone 5-6). It only lasted 3-4 years and then suddenly disappeared.

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Thanks Erick. I'm hearing "short-lived" as a consensus, but at least they're also easy to start from seed.

[@SLAMET22]

Perennials for Cold Climates Zone 3

[@FireflyOnTheMoon]

Jason, can we have a video of you just saying "bee balm charming in the garden"? x😄

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Sort of an ASMR thing...

[@lizzomanizzo1326]

Believe it or not my gaillardia grows underneath Elm trees in a partial sun and drier soil area. It actually is thriving there. I'm in Zone 5 B.

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Thanks Lizzo - I suspect my climate is too gentle for the gaillardia for the most part. Sounds like they thrive in difficult loactions.

[@josefalawson3049]

Excellent suggestion on hardy perennials. I am on zone 5b and wants to know what best rose to plant in my zone. Thanks.

[@wardieleppan8443]

Would have loved to have heard which ones grow well in the shade and which ones require a lot of sun

[@clivesconundrumgarden]

Heliopsis are super interesting. Our neighbor has a 6×6 foot bleeding heart, absolutely beautiful. Rookie question, would any of these die from heat in midwest ? We got 4 bocking 14 this year, plan to use it in our compost in a couple years ;) Awesome information Cheers Jason and Colleen 🌱🌱🌱

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Thanks Jason, Colleen. It's a funny thing about these cold-hardy plants that many of them seem perfectly well adapted to the long hot days of the prairies, but then will perform beautifully in our mild climate as well. Tough plants!

[@clivesconundrumgarden]

@@FraserValleyRoseFarm wow that's cool !! thanks again !!

[@leiaflash5055]

Great video as always Jason 😀 Some wonderful picks of perennials and I'm glad to say I have a lot from this list. One of my favourites is the Trollius, which comes in a few shades of yellows/creams and I'm looking for more to add to my collection. Aren't Hellebores hardy to zone 3 as well?

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Some are zone 3 and others are more like 4 or 5, but another great group for color!

[@thegreenpriestess5336]

Excellent recommendations! I have a few of those mentioned in my garden. If you like silver foliage plants you might like Salvia apnea, which is True White Sage.

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Thanks for the recommendation. I cocked my head a bit when I saw the common name of the artemisia as "white sage" as well - I don't call it anything but artemisia!

[@user-lp2zn3ux1x]

Love globeflower but she needs so much water....

[@brodysmith4933]

Thanks for your video. Speaking of climates are you aware of the Nanaimo peach? I live on the west coast with lots of rain I hear it's supposed to be amazing but I can't seem to ever find anything about it here in Canada.

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Thanks Brody - I wasn't aware of it until you mentioned the variety. Now I'll have to keep an eye out for it. We've tucked 4 peach trees in in one end of a greenhouse - and they do great there with the extra heat and some shelter from the rain.

[@annebeck2208]

I wonder with blanket flower if it is actually the clay soil and poor drainage in the winter. I certainly noticed a huge change, when I moved within the same zone and climate, but from clay to silty sand.

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

That makes a lot of sense. Some plants struggle with wet feet in winter.

[@loisenolp4746]

Do you think growing a bleeding heart would work in South Jersey? I couldn’t believe I found a plant at my local Walmart. It I didn’t want to buy it unless it is something that would take. I can’t figure out my zone either. Some maps say 6 and some say 7. I guess in right on the line.

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Yes, I've found it to be an excellent grower, and it's plenty hardy for your zone even at the breeder's rating (zone 5)

[@lindapoworski2597]

What can you do to get the stems on cut flowers to grow taller? Even my dahlias and zinnias always have too short of stems to cut for vases? Thanks, very informative video for Manitoba cold seasons

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Not all that much in the culture/growing end. It's more selection of varieties combined with the growing climate.

[@robinashaheen1905]

hello friend i learn alot from you about roses i have to ask one thing i am in Newyork zone 7 in queens i grow rosess in my garden but i don’t have to many rosess one or two at a time recommend me some ross food or somthing else to grow my rose bushes thanks

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Hi Robina. Roses don't require anything special for fertilizer. I like compost, sheep or cow manure, alfalfa pellets (whichever is readily available in your area) or conventional fertilizer with a relatively balanced NPK

[@robinashaheen1905]

thanks

[@maureenreed3105]

Hi Jason, I seem to have aproblem stfarting perenials from seed, could you do a video on that.

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Sure. I'll get to it if not this fall then in spring.

[@alien11able]

I garden in zone 7b and I love the blue delphiniums. I tried that plant this past summer in my garden but it didn't last even two weeks. I admit we had a very hot summer where temps were 100+ for the entire growing season. Our humidity is around 85 to 90% so it's subtropical. You said you have grown delphiniums in your zone 8. Did you have success with delphiniums and can you give me advice on successfully growing this plant?

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

My area is pretty mild - zone 8 refers only to the winter hardiness, but not every zone 8 (winter) area is built equal when it comes to summer heat and humidity. Delphiniums are in the buttercup family, and members of that family (like clematis) prefer to have cooler roots. A thick mulch may help to keep the soil cooler in an area. Dappled shade during the hottest part of the day may also be appropriate.

[@alien11able]

@@FraserValleyRoseFarm Thanks! I'm definitely trying this next summer.

[@yonokzeller5402]

👍🏼👏🏼🙏🥰

[@gailh4466]

I have dicentra and it's a really pretty plant. It comes up each year but doesn't spread. Any tips?

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Not really - some (like my wild formosa variety) spread quickly, and others are more tame.

[@MadCityBells]

Hi Jason, I’m a new viewer. Can you tell me which usda zone (or equivalent) you’re.

[@MadCityBells]

in?

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

You bet. We're zone 8 because we're relatively near the Pacific coast

[@MadCityBells]

@@FraserValleyRoseFarm OK. Thank you.

[@ninemoonplanet]

I try to get the Bokking comfrey, but can't seem to find anyone in the lower mainland smaller garden centres who have them Any suggestions? I'm limited to transit, so city boundaries are important.

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

I had to order mine mail order, and I know it can be a little hard to come by. We sell it locally - depending on where you're at we've added some delivery options in the next couple of weeks.

[@MartianArk]

Can we follow your channel on Twitter? We don't see you on there yet.

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Thanks. Maybe it's time for me to take a second look at it.

[@MartianArk]

@@FraserValleyRoseFarm Feel free to let us know when you're up on there.