meerderejarige
Meerderejarige is a Dutch term that translates to "perennial" in English. It refers to plants that live for more than two years, typically flowering and fruiting year after year. Unlike annuals, which complete their life cycle in a single growing season, or biennials, which live for two years, perennials have a much longer lifespan. This longevity is often due to specialized structures such as bulbs, tubers, rhizomes, or woody stems that allow them to store energy and survive unfavorable conditions like winter or drought.
Perennial plants are a fundamental component of many ecosystems and gardens. In nature, they form the backbone