Flowers add color and beauty to any landscape. The blooms start in the spring and continue late into the fall. There are so many different varieties of flowers and plants to choose from, it is often hard to decide what to plant for summer blooms. The best way to decide is to examine the garden space where the plants will be living.
Perennials
Perennial plants need little care. These plants come back year after year. Some great choices for spring color would be tulips, daffodils and crocus.
Types
Roses are another plant which requires very little maintenance. Pruning back in the fall will provide the ability for new growth in the spring. The colors are vibrant and the scents are delicious.
Shade-Tolerant Plants
Shade-tolerant plants that do well for summer planting are hostas, impatiens and bleeding hearts. The plants may start small, but by the end of summer they will grow to cover a large area.
Annuals
Annuals are great for containers or filler plants. Petunias, marigolds and nasturtiums are full of bright color to add beauty to any spot.
Warning
Do not plant all the flowers at the same time. Spread the planting out over a few weeks. This will allow blooms from early spring to late fall. Bulb plants like gladiolas are great for planting like this so color lasts all season.
