Finding Perennials for Oakville, Ontario (Zone 5b–6a)

Local Expert Resources

For English-style gardens with wildflowers, dahlias, roses, lavender, and climbers in Oakville:

Best Information Sources

• Ontario Master Gardeners: mastergardenersofontario.com – Hotlines, clinics, plant lists.
• Royal Botanical Gardens (Burlington): Display gardens, courses.
• Local nurseries: Carry zone-appropriate stock.

Wisteria in Your Zone

Wisteria floribunda/macrostachya can work but need:

• Full sun, sturdy support, regular pruning (summer & winter).
• May take years to bloom. Buy grafted, named cultivars.

Design Start

Test soil. Map sun/shade. Plan hardscape (pond, paths) first. Then plant in drifts for English cottage look.