Nothing says spring more than a freshly planted garden. Not only will a beautiful garden be aesthetically pleasing for anyone who visits your home, but spending as little as 5% of the value of your home on landscaping and landscape supplies can provide an ROI of as much as 150%. To start your garden off right this upcoming spring while making a wise investment in your home, know the best flowers to plant in your garden.
Pansy: When you’re at a plant sale Gainesville hosts in early spring, keep your eye out for the picture-perfect pansy. These iconic flowers love cool weather and an annual that gardeners love. Pansies come in a wide variety of petal colors and prefer a sunny or partially shady spot with moist and well-drained soil.Lilac: This spring classic will give you pastel purple blooms and an unforgettable fragrance. Lilacs come in all shapes and sizes, ranging from dwarf shrubs to tall trees. These versatile flowers prefer full sun and well-drained soil. Be sure to wait on pruning it until the same year’s flowering has finished, as lilac blooms on old wood.Grape Hyacinth: Hyacinths are another recognizable spring flower you can find at any plant sale Gainesville has. These petals come in a vibrant blue and cluster together to hang off of sturdy stalks. They get their name from the way they resemble a bunch of grapes. Plant your grape hyacinths in full sun or part shade with soil that drains well.Daffodil: These jovial flowers come in different shapes and sizes, including trumpet, small and large cups, and double petals. These will last long in your garden, as deer don’t prefer them as much as other tasty options. Daffodils thrive in full sun and well-drained soil while making your garden the into the perfect spring postcard.Tulip: Tulips lend themselves to a spring garden with style and grace. They make a great formal border for gardens, but can also be incorporated in a naturalistic and casual garden. Another versatile flower, tulips come in many different colors and sizes. These beauties also enjoy full sun and soil that drains well.
When you’re planning your garden, be sure to have a healthy mix of annuals and perennials so that you have something in your garden from year-to-year as well as new ones each season. Pick your favorites, and have fun in your garden this spring.
