Difference between Annual, Biennial, and Perennial Plants

On the basis of their lifespan, plants are divided into three categories: annual, biennial and perennial plants. A plant’s lifespan begins with seed germination and completes when it bears flowers and fruits. Let us look at the differences between them.

Read about plant classification here.

Annual Plants
Biennial Plants
Perennial Plants
Definition
Annual plants complete their life cycle in one growing season. Biennial plants are planted in one year, grow through the year, grow on and flower during the next year. Perennial plants grow strong year after year.
Examples
Mustard, watermelon, lettuce Carrot, cabbage, onions Mango, coconut, banana
Development
They germinate, grow, bear fruits and flowers, and die off in the same year. They germinate, grow leaves and stems in the first year. In the second year, they bear flowers and fruits. They continue to bear flowers and fruits for several seasons after growth.

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FAQs

Q1

Is rose an annual, biennial or perennial?

Roses are perennial plants.

Q2

Is lavender annual or perennial?

Lavender is a perennial herb.

Q3

Is carrot a biennial plant?

Carrots are biennial plants.

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