What Are Annuals, Perennials, and Biennials?

What Are Annuals, Perennials, and Biennials?
Flowers can be categorised by their lifecycle under the labels annuals, perennials, and biennials. These labels can help gardeners understand exactly what they should expect from their flowers in terms of germination, lifespan, flowering time, and more. There are clear differences that can be attributed to each flower type, which we will both explore and explain in our guide to help you plan any future flower arrangements. 
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