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Simple Perennial Pairings for Tulip Beds in Idaho

After tulips, plant coreopsis, sedum 'Autumn Joy', mums (pinch until July 4), asters, or 4 o'clocks (Mirabilis)—they reseed reliably, bloom July–frost in pink/red/yellow/white. Low maintenance, farm‑friendly.

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