Blue to Purple Perennial Flowers

In the height of summer, the blazing sun beats down and a cloudless sky can send you running for the shade of the nearest garden. However, if you're confronted with a landscape of bright yellow and red flowers, you may feel like you're still set on broil. That's where blue to purple perennial flowers come in handy. They can turn down the heat by highlighting the cool end of the spectrum.

Image of globe thistles as an illustration of blue to purple perennial flowers.
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The globe thistle is prickly to the touch, but striking and beautiful to the eye.
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Blue to purple perennials aren't just for summer. There are flowers that can be arranged to bloom throughout the seasons, and with only some basic care and maintenance from you. You should consult your local garden center to find the perennials that are right for your climate, but the following list should give you some ideas on how to give your garden a cool accent.

Full Sun Blue to Purple Perennial Flowers:
 Blue to Purple Perennial Flowers for Partial Shade:
 Blue to Purple Perennial Flowers for Full Sun or Partial Shade:
 Blue to Purple Perennial Flowers for Partial Shade or Full Shade:
 Blue to Purple Perennial Flowers for Full Sun, Partial Shade, or Full Shade:
 Blue to Purple Perennial Flowers for Dry or Average Soil:
 Blue to Purple Perennial Flowers for Average Soil:
 Blue to Purple Perennial Flowers for Moist Soil:
 Blue to Purple Perennial Flowers, Under 12 Inches in Height:
 Blue to Purple Perennial Flowers, 12-24 Inches in Height:
 Blue to Purple Perennial Flowers, Over 24 Inches in Height:
 Still looking for more? Take a look at Perennial Flowers, Perennials, and Blue to Purple Annual Flowers.