First Plants To Bloom In Spring

We all are craving for the longer days of spring and summer and are counting the days until we can get out into the garden and onto our lawns again. Look out for these gorgeous plants next time you’re out  and about.

These little, bell-shaped flowers are one of the first signs of spring, and they always manage to put a smile on our faces. Plus, they’re great for bees and other pollinators who are looking for nectar early in the season.

Snowdrops

The Lenten Rose or Christmas Rose (Helleborus species) is a wonderful perennial that should be a staple in  all gardens. The Lenten Rose or Christmas Rose (Helleborus species) is a wonderful perennial that should be a staple in all gardens.

The Lenten Rose

Another plant with remarkable winter interest are the many cultivars of Witch Hazel (Hammamelis vernalis). Most can get rather large; easily  10-12 feet high and wide so give them room.

Witch Hazel

These tiny flowers come in all sorts of shades, from deep purple to sunny yellow, and they can start blooming as early as late February.

Crocuses

They typically start blooming in mid-March in Pittsburgh, and you can find them just about everywhere – in gardens, on hillsides, and even along the side of the road.

Daffodil

If the gloomy days of winter  are wearing on you, think of introducing either or both of these terrific plants into  your landscape.  They will brighten up any garden. Eichenlaub can help you with your landscape architectural planning, planting and other installation needs; just give us a call or send an email to set up an appointment to meet with one of our consultants.

We look forward to speaking  with you!

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