National Plant a Flower Day- Best Florida Plants!

Happy National “Plant a Flower Day”! What better way to celebrate than to start planning for your spring garden? We’ve compiled a list of some of the best flowers to plant in Florida this season. You can have a thriving garden of luscious, colorful plants in no time.

Choose your favorites and get gardening!

Pentas

Pentas are one of the lowest maintenance flowers to grow in Florida. They produce beautiful petals of pink, lavender, and white. Pentas bloom nonstop, so they’ll always have your garden looking full and bright. They grow in full sun or partially shaded areas. It’s encouraged to regularly fertilize pentas in the spring and summer seasons or to use a slow-release fertilizer a few times a year.

Coreopsis

You may recognize this name as it is Florida’s official state flower! With it’s vibrant colors of yellow, orange, red, and even pink, it’s a staple for your garden. There are a variety of coreopsis plants that  bloom in different seasons, giving you endless options year-round. These flowers are drought tolerant and are known to be butterfly magnets.

Blue Daze

Blue Daze flowers are known for their stunning royal blue color that will spruce up any garden. They typically bloom in every season besides winter but can usually survive through the “colder” months.

 Blue Salvia

Blue Salvia is a favorite for bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds! It’s another great low-maintenance addition to anyone’s garden. You can expect your salvias to grow up to 36 inches tall! Their bold violet color makes for a great pop of color in your garden. They thrive in hot climates making them perfect for Florida’s climate.

 Aster

Another year-round flower option is aster flowers! They can be compared to a daisy’s shape, with a bright purple, white, or pink petal. Many varieties thrive in different soils, giving you tons of options to work best for your garden. It’s also popular to mix different kinds to create a beautiful array of colors!

 Begonia

Begonias are one of the most stable plants you could add to your garden! They usually bloom in the summer and fall seasons but can remain nearly all year round in Florida’s warm climate. The only concern is a quick temperature change such as a random cold day arising. Other than that, they will be a constant in your garden! They resemble a bright pink rose with a lighter middle section.

It’s the perfect time to plant a new flower and dive into gardening! There are endless options of flowers to choose from to best suit your home.

What will you be planting this season?

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