Spring is a season of rejuvenation and growth, making it the perfect time to start your gardening journey. Planting flower seeds that will grow into bright and beautiful flowers is one of the most exciting parts of gardening in the spring. Choosing the right seeds for your garden can be a delightful yet challenging task. Here is a list of the 12 best flower seeds to plant in the spring to help you get the most out of the coming season. These seeds say they will give your garden a burst of color and scent, making a beautiful scene that everyone in the neighborhood will want to copy.
Before we go outside, though, let’s take a quick look at what’s going on in your home with spring here.
When the cold weather finally starts to fade and signs of spring emerge it’s time to dream of the bounty your garden will soon offer. Planning what flower seeds to plant during spring ensures waves of colorful blooms all season long. Certain flowers thrive when started from seed during the cooler spring temperatures. Here are the top 8 flower varieties that are easy to grow from seed and yield beautiful flowers in spring gardens
1. Bachelor’s Buttons
Also called cornflower these annuals come in shades of blue pink, purple, and white. The gray-green foliage provides a nice contrast to the colorful 1-2 inch blooms. Bachelor’s buttons prefer full sun and average soil. Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before your last spring frost date or sow directly outdoors once the soil warms up. Make sure to thin seedlings 8-12 inches apart. These reseed readily for years of enjoyment.
2. Celosia
From bright plumes to flame-shaped blooms, celosia brings unique texture to any garden. These annuals need warm soil to sprout, so wait until after your last spring frost. Rake seeds lightly into soil, about 1⁄4 inch deep. Celosia thrives in full sun and requires minimal watering once established. Use as edging plants or in containers. For continuous flowers, remove spent blooms regularly.
3. Cosmos
A favorite for their airy, delicate flowers in shades of pink, rose, white and magenta. Their fine, fern-like foliage looks lovely interspersed in flower beds. Cosmos grow 1-4 feet tall depending on variety. Direct sow the tiny seeds into your garden after danger of frost. Like full sun but will tolerate partial shade. Keep seed heads pruned to encourage more flowers.
4. Larkspur
Old-fashioned yet charming, larkspur produces spikes of flowers resembling small butterflies. Colors include white, pink, red, blue, and purple. The 2-3 foot tall plants prefer full sun and well-drained soil. Direct sow seeds outdoors in spring once the ground warms. Give young seedlings 10 inches spacing. Remove spent blooms to prolong flowering.
5. Marigold
A versatile classic, marigolds come in a rainbow of colors including yellows, oranges, reds, and bicolors. Varieties range from 6 inches to over 3 feet tall. Sow seeds directly in the ground after danger of frost. Give young plants 8-12 inches space. Deadheading prolongs bloom time. Repels deer and rabbits.
6. Nasturtium
Edible and ornamental, nasturtiums bear colorful 2-inch flowers in shades of red, orange, pink, yellow and bicolor. The rounded leaves and long trailing stems work beautifully in hanging baskets and containers. Plant seeds 1 inch deep after the soil warms up. Part sun to full sun. Keep soil moist. Flowers, leaves, and peppery seed pods are all edible.
7. Pot Marigold
Not to be confused with garden marigolds, these cheery yellow and orange flowers have a spicy fragrance. Pot marigolds (also called calendula) bloom from early summer until frost. The 1-2 feet tall plants develop rapidly from seed. Sow seeds directly in the ground in full sun once spring soil temperatures reach 60 ̊F. Deadhead spent blooms to encourage more flowers.
8. Spider Flower
Named for their spider-like blooms with long, thin petals, these heat-loving annuals produce flowers in white, pink, rose, and magenta. Spider flowers grow 2-3 feet tall in clumps and pair nicely with summer perennials. Don’t rush to plant them – wait until all danger of frost is past. Give young seedlings ample room to spread at 12-24 inches apart. Provide good drainage and full sun exposure.
When planning your spring garden, be sure to include a variety of these top-performing flowering annuals grown from seed. With proper timing and care, they will supply non-stop color in flower beds, borders, containers, and more all season long. Watching your spring-sown seeds mature into stunning flowers is one of the great joys of gardening.
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Cultivating a Blooming Haven
The most important thing to remember as you plant in the spring is to be excited and creative about it. Gardening is more than just a job; it’s a journey of caring for plants and seeing nature’s beauty unfold in your own backyard. By learning about the specific needs of each flower seed and giving them the right care, you can make a beautiful, flourishing garden that brings you joy and ideas.
No matter how experienced you are as a gardener, the excitement of planting in the spring comes from the promise of bright flowers and a big harvest. Let the magic of spring happen in your garden. Roll up your sleeves and enjoy the rhythm of the seasons. Spring planting gives you not only beautiful flowers but also a stronger connection to the natural world. As you watch your flower seeds grow into a symphony of colors, you’ll know it was worth it. Happy gardening!.