Spring is a magical time of the year when blue skies and sunshine reawaken humans and nature from long, dark days of winter. As the days grow longer and warmer, the landscape is transformed by a profusion of spring flowers, with spring bulbs popping up everywhere in this colourful spectacle.
The outside world bursts into colour. Nature’s way of reminding us that spring is just around the corner is to make Snowdrops often push through the snow offering the first glimpse of life after winter. Planted in the fall, these resilient, delicate little flowers will gradually spread minimal effort creating a breathtaking display year after year. One of the earliest bloomers, the Snowdrops herald the arrival of spring.
Snowdrops bloom from late winter to early spring. They are hardy in zones 3 to 7. Growing up to 6 inches tall, Snowdrops thrive in clusters, creating a stunning display in woodland gardens and shaded borders. Snowdrops should be planted in fall to allow their bulbs to establish before winter. They prefer well-drained soil and partial to full shade. Once established, Snowdrops spreading over time to form dense carpets of white blooms.
Primroses are perennials that come in various sizes and vibrant colours. They are some of the first plants to flower in the spring garden.The bright, cheerful blooms are a welcome sight in spring. Primroses are easy to grow and reward with bright colours every year.
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Many types of primroses are available in even more varieties. These compact perennials grow between 4 to12 inches tall and thrive in rich, moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Hardy in zones 3 to 9, Primroses should be watered regularly, especially in dry periods to maintain their lush foliage.
One of the most iconic spring flowers, Daffodils are favoured for their bright blooms and cheerful appearance. They belong to the genus Narcissus and are part of the Amaryllidaceae family, which also includes the snowdrops. Daffodils are vibrant perennial bulbs that bring bursts of colours of yellow, white, orange, and pink into any spring garden, year after year. These cheerful blooms stand 6 to 24 inches tall, require well-drained soil and thrive in full sun to partial shade. Daffodils should be planted in the fall, at a depth of about 6 inches. Hardy in USDA zones 3–8, Daffodils bloom from early to mid-spring, multiplying over time to create dense clusters of flowers.
Being also some of the first spring flowers to emerge, Crocuses create waves of small purple and yellow flowers throughout garden beds. Crocus flowers grow from bulb-like corms, producing flowers for years on end. They multiply on their own. These low-growing flowers grow to about 4 to 6 inches in height and they require well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Crocuses should be planted in the fall at a depth of 3 to 4 inches. Once established, they require minimal care and will create colourful drifts in lawns, rock gardens, and borders. Hardy in zones 3 to 8.
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Among the most iconic spring flowers are Tulips featuring a wide range of colours, shapes, and sizes. Planted about 6 inches deep in the fall, they typically grow between 6 and 24 inches tall and bloom in mid-to-late spring. These perennials planted in form of bulbs the previous fall, thrive in well-drained soil and full sun. Hardy in zones 3 to 8.
Known for their dense spikes of star-shaped flowers, Hyacinths are often planted in mass displays for their striking colour and fragrance. Blooming in early to mid-spring, they come in shades of pink, purple, white, blue, and yellow. Planted in the fall, about 6 inches deep, Hyacinths grow up to 8 to 12 inches tall. They prefer well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Hyacinths are hardy in zones 4 to 8.
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