Flowers

In several parts of the United States, especially throughout the Southeast, springtime wouldn’t be the season it is without flowering azalea varieties. They put on a brilliant show of color in woodland gardens starting in late March and going until early April. Because this plant has been selectively bred for centuries, you can now choose

Bell flowers are a native plant to the Northern Hemisphere, and some cultivars come with golden leaves that are valued as much as the actual flower portion of the plant are. They are generally a low maintenance choice once you get them in a suitable location, but you do want to avoid the types that

Naked Ladies are amongst the most distinctive flowers that you can grow in your garden. Popular for their bright flowers, and surprising lack of foliage, these exotic ornamentals are an increasingly popular choice for people looking to introduce color to a green landscape or otherwise plain flower bed. Further adding to the attraction, Naked Ladies

A collection of yellow primrose flowers is a great way to add early season color to the spring garden. The foliage of many varieties remains in place long after the blooms have faded, providing color, interest and a useful way to plug gaps in the flower bed before late season flowers emerge. Early to flower,

The iris is a reliable flowering plant suitable for use in mixed flower beds and a range of planting schemes. While the flowers add dramatic color, in a range of shades including blue, pink, lavender and white the foliage provides long lasting color. Once the flowers fade, the foliage remains in place, acting as a

Rhododendrons are some of the most vibrant plants you can add to the garden. Reliable and long lasting, many rhododendron varieties provide year round color and structure to a space. As well as highlighting some of the most attractive rhododendron varieties currently available, this article will also seek to explain exactly what these colorful, showy

While many of us enjoy a sea view, cultivating a healthy garden on the coast can be difficult. The sea air, while bracing and restorative, can be difficult for a number of plants. High in salt, sea air is naturally corrosive. This poses further problems for gardeners as does the high salt content of the

It is natural to assume that all plants develop in the same way. That each plant has the same fleshy underground storage structure at the point where the root system meets the base of the stem. This storage structure is known as a bulb, and while many plants do develop a distinct storage system not

The peony is an increasingly popular choice for both gardeners and flower lovers. Thanks to their showy blooms, more and more people are looking to add peonies to their garden. While these attractive blooms may look delicate and high maintenance, peonies are actually amongst the easiest flowers that you can grow. Further adding to the

Blue and purple flowers provide a cool companion to brighter hot red, yellow and orange blooms. When planted alone they can create a soothing effect. Popular with gardeners and pollinators alike, the blue and purple flowers listed below are suitable for a range of spaces and growing conditions. 1 Agapanthus Agapanthus (Agapanthus africanus) is an

A mainstay of the flower garden, the zinnia is a great way to fill your garden with long lasting color. Popular for their large, colorful blooms, the zinnia is one of the easiest flowers to grow. When planted in favorable conditions the plants produce masses of attractive, long lasting, bright blooms. Easy to grow from

One of the most visually attractive garden plants, the lantana is prized for its bright, colorful flower clusters which sit above rich green foliage. A satisfyingly long lasting plant, with the right care and in the right conditions, they can flower from spring until early winter. An ideal choice if you want to add a

When designing your garden or flower bed it can be tempting to plant lots of different colored blooms. However, while colorful flowers are great, you shouldn’t neglect the simple, white flower. As you will see from our white flowers names list, light, simple or pale blooms can help to balance an area and enhance greenery.

Originating in tropical and subtropical areas, begonia plants are prized for their asymmetrical, variegated or patterned foliage which, along with their large blooms, adds color and interest to shady areas of the garden.  Thriving in flower beds, planters, hanging baskets and window boxes, these attractive specimens can also be grown indoors as office or house

One of the most popular fall flowers, there are actually many different types of chrysanthemums. Native to Asia, in the wild over 40 different chrysanthemum species have been recorded, while many more varieties are cultivated by gardeners around the world. The different types of chrysanthemums each have their own distinct characteristics, helping us to tell

As a gardener, you’ve undoubtedly gotten up close and personal with a variety of different flowers. However, you may not be familiar with the function of each part of a flower’s anatomy. Plants are incredibly fascinating, and all the parts that make up a flower play an important role in a plants’ life cycle. If

Elegant and fragrant, Jasmine flowers are one of the garden’s most delightful plants. Also suitable for indoor cultivation these attractive blooms are unsurprisingly popular with gardeners and pollinators alike. But did you know that there is more than one type of flower? These attractive plants actually come in a range of shapes and sizes as

One of the most attractive flowers, the marigold is also pleasingly easy to grow. A good companion plant, bringing a myriad of benefits to the garden or vegetable patch, even the most inexperienced gardeners can have success growing these cheerful little flowers. But did you know that there is more than one type of marigold?

Hibiscus plant is an attractive plant which produces distinctive trumpet-shaped flowers. While tropical hibiscus varieties are best grown undercover, hardy varieties of hibiscus plant can thrive in a garden. The flowers of the hibiscus plant, in shades including red, pink, peach, orange, coral and white, attract hummingbirds and butterflies to your garden. This guide will

Peonies are prized for their large, showy flowers. A popular cut flower, they are also an attractive plant in a sunny flower bed or container garden. While the flowers may be relatively short lived, the foliage lasts throughout the summer months. In a mixed border, this provides an attractive background to showcase your other plants.

Tropical flowers are a great way to add color to a space. When grown outside or undercover these exotic plants can add drama and interest to any space. This list of tropical flowers is designed to not only highlight some of the more commonly grown tropical flowers, such as orchids and African violets, but also

Red flowers are a great way to add color and interest to a flower bed. Heavily laden with symbolism, red flowers are also used to display love and compassion. When planted in the garden these eye-catching blooms color and warmth to a space. Many red flowers also have other benefits, such as attracting pollinators and

Orange flowers can be a great way to add color and vibrancy to an outdoor space. Our list of 25 orange flowers is designed to highlight some of the most versatile blooms. Many of our suggestions are suitable for growing in a range of conditions and spaces, from large mixed flower beds to windowsill planters

The color pink continues to enjoy its rebirth as a multi-tasker with mass appeal, no longer relegated to the nurseries of newborn baby girls or cotton candy. It’s a trendy fashion statement for men and women alike, is synonymous with causes like breast cancer awareness, and tints our gold jewelry and electronics accessories. Not one

Yellow flowers are a great way to brighten up a garden. Any outdoor space can benefit from even the smallest splash of color that these bright blooms are guaranteed to bring. This list of 25 yellow flowers is designed to include as many different types of ornamental plants as possible. Whatever you are looking for,

The saffron flower is sometimes described as the spice worth more than its weight in gold. While this may seem an expensive luxury, the bulbs and blooms it derives from can be grown at home, by anyone. If you have the space to grow enough bulbs you can even harvest your own supply of fresh,

The delphinium is one of the most attractive summer flowers. Its showy, spiky blooms emerge on tall, towering stems. Sadly many gardeners believe the delphinium is difficult to grow and therefore avoid planting it in their garden, instead opting for low maintenance alternatives. However this attractive perennial, which flowers in a range of colorful shades,

Tall and elegant, the crocosmia is a summer flower that brings both height and color to your garden. Similar in appearance to gladioli, the crocosmia is actually a member of the iris family. Popular for their showy blooms that attract hummingbirds and pollinators to your flower beds, they also make great cut flowers. If you

Columbine flowers are a beautiful addition to your outdoor garden. These unique flowers come in various shades, from periwinkle to yellow to orange. Columbines are native to woods and slopes of North America. They are hardy wildflowers that can survive harsh conditions in the wild, but they can sometimes feel tricky to get started in

Hollyhocks are a staple of the cottage garden and mixed flower bed planting schemes. Usually a biennial plant hollyhocks produce flowers on tall spikes at the height of mid summer, from June until August. While many varieties are biennial, flowering in their second year, some cultivars are similar to perennials. This means that they flower

The petunia is a popular member of the summer flower bed. Long lasting and colorful, these attractive flowers are also deer resistant. At their most fragrant in the evening, a bed or pot of these flowers attracts evening and nighttime pollinators such as night-flying moths to your garden. Typically purchased as plug plants ready for

Sedum, also commonly known as stonecrop, is a huge plant genus consisting of over 400 species. These succulents vary in leaf shape, color, and even growing habits. Within the family, you can find low-growing ground spread, upright growers, and trailing plants perfect for hanging baskets. If you’re used to caring for succulents, these plants shouldn’t

If you want a flower that combines the look of the traditional daisy with evergreen ,year round foliage then look no further than the shasta daisy. This bright summer flower is an easy to grow, low maintenance way to fill flower beds or naturalize bare patches in the garden. An increasingly popular perennial, with both

Agapanthus are attractive, typically violet flowers that are common in warm climates. Ideal for butterfly gardens, these elegant plants produce long, lance-like leaves. Above the foliage, stems up to 3 ft tall, rise. While in the spring and summer lilac or purple globe shaped flowers emerge. A resilient plant, agapanthus thrives in USDA Zones 6

Lisianthus is an attractive perennial flower. Often grown as a full sun annual plant, it is a staple of many bridal bouquets and flower arrangements. Ideal for the cut flower garden it can also look attractive when included in a mixed flower bed. Originating in North America, lisianthus (Eustoma grandiflorum) is an attractive but slow

Roses are a very popular flower that is often associated with love and romance. But for many gardeners roses don’t always conjure warm feelings of admiration. Some view it as picky or too hard to grow. Even seasoned gardeners find challenges with growing roses. However, roses aren’t always difficult to grow. But they do call

To any gardener, all plants are stars. However, the best flowers for pots can shine just a little brighter, especially when you combine several types of flowers in your containers to create a show-stopping arrangement. Maybe you pick out plants that have colorful foliage, beautiful flowers, or graceful trailing stems to them. Or, maybe you’re

Love-in-a-Mist is a charming cottage garden flower that is incredibly easy and rewarding to grow. It’s one of only a few flowers that bloom with a true blue color and brightens up both the garden and flower arrangements. With just a packet of seeds, you can easily grow Love in a Mist in your own

Osteospermum is a colorful, long-lasting flower. In the right conditions they can flower from early summer until the fall. Native to South Africa, these attractive blooms are also known as the Cape or African daisy. A popular bedding plant, these colorful flowers look great in mixed borders. They are also good pot plants, ideal for

Flowers are a fabulous way to introduce color and fragrance to a garden or vegetable patch. They also play a vital part in a healthy ecosystem, attracting beneficial insects and deterring others. Flowers that attract bees and other pollinators are particularly useful. Pollinators, as the name suggests, spread pollen around flowers and from plant to

Cleome is one of the most distinctive members of the flower garden. Its spider-like blooms provide color and interest to any outdoor space. An excellent cut flower, these blooms come in a variety of colors. Also known as spider flower, spider plant or grandfather’s whiskers, this gorgeous annual plant adds contrast to mixed flower beds.

The sweet pea flower is a popular annual plant. Grown for their delicate, aromatic blooms the sweet pea flower (Lathyrus odoratus) is a common inclusion in flower beds and cottage garden planting schemes. A colorful plant with a relaxed climbing habit, these classic plants thrive in pots and containers. Many people also like to grow