If you’re looking to add a sweet little burst of sunshine to the garden this year, then browse this quick list of yellow perennials that bloom all summer long. From tall flowering spikes to blooming flower beds, any one of these vibrant yellow perennials will be sure to add a touch of sunny cheer to your outdoor space.
1. Yellow Yarrow (Achillea Millefolium)
Clumps of small velvety flowers grow in delicate golden clusters. The bold yellow flowers face upwards as they sit atop deep green plume-like foliage with long stems. These low-fuss perennials are a good drought-resistant variety that is easy to care for. Add them to any summer garden for vibrant yellow color all summer long. Water lightly once a week.
Hardiness Zones: 3-9
Light: Full Sun
Water: 1x weekly
Height: 20-30 in. tall
Bloom Time: Summer
Planting Time: Spring
Drought Tolerant: Yes
Deer Resistant: Yes
2. Yellow Coneflower (Echinacea Paradoxa)
These sunny yellow daisy-like flowers have a layer of delicate yellow petals that circle around the center head. The tall slender stems tower above their leafy green foliage reaching up towards the sun. Plant this vibrant yellow flower for a reliable blooming show that brings color to the garden view from spring to fall.
Hardiness Zones: 5-8
Light: Full Sun
Water: 1x weekly
Height: 3-6 ft. tall
Bloom Time: Summer to Fall
Planting Time: Spring
Drought Tolerant: Yes
Deer Resistant: Yes
3. Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia Hirta)
These happy blooms with golden yellow petals will bring instant cheer to any flower garden. The blooms put on a lasting show that flowers summer through fall. Plant in a sunny spot for access to full sunshine and deadhead any spent blooms to encourage new growth. Black-eyed Susan will attract butterflies and makes a great addition to any pollinator garden.
Hardiness Zones: 3-9
Light: Full Sun
Water: 1x weekly
Height: 24-36 in. tall
Bloom Time: Summer to Fall
Planting Time: Spring
Drought Tolerant: Yes
Deer Resistant: Yes
4. Yellow Chrysanthemum (Morifolium)
Yellow garden Chrysanthemums are another great addition to any garden that craves long lasting blooms. Plant yellow mums for a colorful flowering show that will fill the garden with bright yellow flowers deep into the fall season. Chrysanthemums are an excellent choice to introduce bright colors and they come in varying shades from lemon to fiery golden yellow flowers.
​Hardiness Zones: 3-9
Light: Full Sun
Water: 2x weekly
Height: 18-30 in. tall
Bloom Time: Summer to Fall
Planting Time: Spring
Drought Tolerant: Yes
Deer Resistant: Yes
5. Yellow Daylily (Hemerocallis Lilioasphodelus)
Their tall lean stems tower above the green foliage made up of curving slender green leaves. These cool lemon-yellow flowers first send their buds peering up towards the sky before opening and blooming out sideways. They open up at an angle commanding attention with their showy flowers. Daylilies are long-lasting yellow-flowering perennials that make a smart addition to any garden. They will return year after year with ease to put on a show each summer once properly established.
Hardiness Zones: 3-10
Light: Full Sun to Partial Sun
Water: 1x weekly
Height: 2-3 ft. tall
Bloom Time: Summer to Fall
Planting Time: Spring
Drought Tolerant: Yes
Deer Resistant: No
6. Blanket Flower (Gaillardia)
This next herbaceous perennial will put on a stunning show in any summer garden. The rich yellow flowers bloom with fiery red centers that fade out to a golden border reminiscent of a blazing summer sunset. These colorful perennial plants make a popular choice for rock gardens and borders even at the height of the warm season when the summer heat is most intense. Supplement them with added waterings as needed on particularly hot days, and once established, they will return to put on a stunning display from summer to fall.
Hardiness Zones: 3-10
Light: Full Sun
Water: 1x weekly
Height: 2-3 ft. tall
Bloom Time: Summer to Fall
Planting Time: Spring
Drought Tolerant: Yes
Deer Resistant: No
7. Large-Flowered Tickseed (Coreopsis Grandiflora)
Large-flower Tickseed plants are hardy perennials that grow in bushy clumps. Each one of the yellow blooms is made up of wider petals with scalloped edges that frame the center disc of the flower. Some varieties come in solid shades of yellow and some varieties are variegated with brown flecks that seem to emanate from the center. Plant tickseed when looking for a hardy flower that can withstand a wide array of soil conditions without fuss. Tickseed attracts butterflies, but it also makes lovely fresh-cut flowers.
Hardiness Zones: 4-9
Light: Full Sun
Water: 1x weekly
Height: 12-40 in. tall
Bloom Time: Summer to Fall
Planting Time: Spring
Drought Tolerant: Yes
Deer Resistant: Yes
8. Yellow Foxtail Lily (Eremurus Stenophyllus)
A rich display of tall yellow perennials will command attention with a sunny pop of color in the garden. Plant yellow Foxtails along a back wall to create a tall border or together in groups for a more dramatic display. These sunny yellow perennial flowers, with their sleek bloom-soaked spikes, create a welcome environment for bees. Plant these taller perennials in any pollinator garden. Enjoy them as a bold and colorful focal point from May to June.
Hardiness Zones: 4-8
Light: Full Sun
Water: 1x weekly
Height: 3-5 ft. tall
Bloom Time: Spring to Summer
Planting Time: Spring
Drought Tolerant: Yes
Deer Resistant: Yes
9. Basket-of-Gold (Aurinia Saxatilis)
These stunning yellow plants form a low-growing habit. They’ll blanket any area they inhabit with soft little bundles of blooms held together at the tops of their stems. These beautiful Basket-of-gold flowers carry all their sunshine up top as the soft clumps of miniature flowers curve upwards above their gray-green foliage. The sweet little blossoms form together to create colorful flower beds that deliver bright yellow displays from spring to summer.
Hardiness Zones: 3-7
Light: Full Sun
Water: 1x weekly
Height: 6-12 in. tall
Bloom Time: Spring to Early `Summer
Planting Time: Spring
Drought Tolerant: Yes
Deer Resistant: Yes
10. Little Rocket (Ligularia Stenocephala)
Last on our list of yellow perennials that bloom all summer long are Little Rocket flowers. Tall flower spikes covered in warm yellow blooms confidently tower over their lush green foliage beneath. Heart-shaped leaves with deeply serrated edges blanket the area beneath the flower. Long and slender burgundy-brown stems slip upwards into the sky to put on a show with yellow blooms in bright color. This is another wonderful and unique yellow perennial flower for those looking to add drama and personality to their summer garden.
Hardiness Zones: 4-9
Light: Part Shade to Full Sun
Water: 1x to 2x weekly
Height: 3-5 ft. tall
Bloom Time: Summer
Planting Time: Spring
Drought Tolerant: No
Deer Resistant: Yes
If you would like to see any other varieties added to the list of yellow perennials that bloom all summer long, please let me know in the comments below. Some of these might be flowers that you have experience growing in your own gardens! We would love to add any tried and true varieties that can enrich this list for all gardeners.
Lastly, don’t forget to complement all of these stunning yellow flowers with any one of these beautiful blooming red perennials. They’re sure to bring a fiery hue to your colorful garden display.
