Garden

Best Flowers to Plant for Spring

Roses

Fertilize them in early spring and make sure to keep them watered, especially during the hot summer months. Roses perform best in a location that receives at least six hours of direct sun daily. When it comes to roses, there are myriad choices, but a few are easy to grow for gardeners of all types, including beginners. A vigorous climber, Rosa ‘New Dawn’ offers masses of soft pink fragrant blooms in May and shiny green foliage that looks good all season. (https://www.exploregeorgia.org/things-to-do/blog/spring-garden-tips-and-inspiration-from-north-georgia)

Perennial Favorites

Arkansas bluestar (Amsonia hubrichtii) has willow-like foliage. From spring through fall, it dances in the breeze, adding motion to the garden. The pale blue flowers are charming in spring, and in autumn the foliage glows golden yellow. Site this plant in full sun or part shade and give it room to grow. It will quickly reach 3 feet tall and 3 feet wide. (https://www.exploregeorgia.org/things-to-do/blog/spring-garden-tips-and-inspiration-from-north-georgia)

Hydrangeas

Oakleaf hydrangea (Hydrangea quercifolia) is a great native hydrangea that produces large white cone-shaped blooms in May. Plant it where it will receive plenty of bright light. Although it will tolerate full sun, it is happier if it is protected from hot afternoon. Underplant oakleaf hydrangeas with shade-loving perennials like variegated Solomon’s Seal, ferns and hellebores. (https://www.exploregeorgia.org/things-to-do/blog/spring-garden-tips-and-inspiration-from-north-georgia)

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