Best Flowering Plants For Spring 2024


By Lucas LaMontagne

Welcoming Spring Blooms

Spring is here! The favorite seasons among gardeners & plant enthusiasts alike! No matter what you plant this year there really is no way to get it wrong. We’ll cover different flowering plants, all of which are sure to catch the gaze of all who are lucky to witness. So pour yourself a glass of Arnold Palmer and enjoy the journey.

Rose Trees & Shrubs

Everyone loves roses, and what's not to like? These compact and prolific bloomers are cherished for their resilience and breathtaking beauty. Drift®️ Roses, with their cascading clusters of delicate petals, offer a captivating spectacle that elevates any garden space. Their versatility knows no bounds, as they thrive in various environments, from containers to flower beds, effortlessly ushering charm into any setting.

 

One of the most remarkable features of Drift®️ Roses is their ability to bloom continuously throughout the spring and well into the summer, ensuring a prolonged display of elegance. With a diverse palette of hues ranging from soft sunlight yellow of the ‘Lemon Drift®️’ variety, to the enchanting allure of soft pinks and white with the ‘Sweet Drift®️’, there's a Drift®️ Rose variety to suit every aesthetic preference. No matter which variety you chose, these roses add a touch of splendor to gardens of all sizes. Even better is if you're looking for a rose tree, the Red Drift®️ Rose Tree is excellent for those looking for captivating beauty in a tall form. With all the benefits  that come from the shrub version, these tree's will help add variety to your landscape with romantically red blooms contrasting with their green foliage atop a trunk.

 

Beyond their captivating appearance, Drift®️ Roses also boast exceptional resilience and low maintenance requirements, making them an ideal choice for both seasoned gardeners and novices alike. Their compact size makes them perfect for borders, edging, or even container gardening, while their disease resistance and adaptability ensure a hassle-free experience for enthusiasts. In essence, Drift®️ Roses embody the essence of springtime bliss, enchanting admirers with their recurrent beauty and effortless grace.

Continuing our theme of Rose shrubs, gardens come to life with the vibrant presence of Knock Out®️ Roses, heralding the arrival of spring with their magnificent blooms. Renowned for their resilience and prolific flowering, Knock Out®️ Roses stand as exemplary symbols of beauty and vitality in the garden landscape. With their captivating clusters of velvety petals and rich, intoxicating hues, these roses captivate the senses, infusing the air with their enchanting fragrance and adding a touch of splendor to any outdoor space.

 

Similar to the Drift®️ Rose, Knock Out®️ Roses have the same ability to bloom repeatedly from spring until the first frost, ensuring an extended season of visual delight. From the classic elegance of the 'Knock Out®️ Red' to the soft, romantic stature of 'Double Pink Knock Out®️,' these roses offer a diverse array of colors and forms to suit every taste and preference. Whether adorning flower beds, lining pathways, or accentuating garden borders, Knock Out®️ Roses serve as beacons of color and charm, encouraging admirers to revel in their timeless beauty.

 

In addition to their stunning aesthetics, Knock Out®️ Roses are known for their resilience and low maintenance requirements, making them an ideal choice for both seasoned gardeners and newcomers alike. Thriving in various soil types and weather conditions, these roses boast excellent disease resistance and a vigorous growth habit, ensuring year after year of effortless beauty in the garden. 

GG Gerbing Azalea Shrub

If you’re looking for a flowering shrub with a classic feel look no further than GG Gerbing Azaleas! These stunning perennials are a favorite among garden enthusiasts in the southern U.S. for their eye-catching blooms and easy maintenance. With their brilliant white flowers and lush evergreen foliage, GG Gerbing Azaleas add a touch of elegance to any outdoor space.

 

What sets GG Gerbing Azaleas apart from the rest? Not only do they thrive in partial shade, making them perfect for those tricky spots in your garden, but they also boast a long blooming season, ensuring your yard stays in full bloom for weeks on end. Whether you're a veteran gardener or just starting out, these hardy plants are sure to impress with their resilience and beauty.

 

So if you're considering possibilities to create a stunning focal point in your garden or simply add a pop of white & green to your outdoor space, GG Gerbing Azaleas are a top choice for spring planting. Don't miss out on the opportunity to enhance your landscape with these gorgeous and versatile flowering plants.

Lavender Formosa Azalea Shrub

Perhaps subtlety isn't your style, and you want to add some regal color to your landscape? Well, in that case, no flowering shrub will do it better than the Lavender Formosa Azalea Shrub. This evergreen shrub, which blooms in early spring with lush pink and purple blossoms, is sure to catch the eyes of neighbors and passersby alike!

 

Similar to the aforementioned azalea, the Lavender Formosa is known to thrive in partially shaded areas of your landscape. With the ability to reach heights of 8 feet tall at maturity, these shrubs will likely be the best plants to make a grand statement in your front or backyard. Fast-growing and non-deciduous, the Formosa Azalea will keep its deep pink and purple blooms until the first frost.

 

Incorporating the Lavender Formosa Azalea Shrub into your landscape not only adds vibrant colors but also brings a touch of elegance and charm. Its majestic blooms and easy maintenance make it an ideal choice for any garden. Don't miss out on the opportunity this spring to enhance your outdoor space with this stunning shrub!

Jane Magnolia Tree

Looking to make a bold statement in your garden? Look no further than the Japanese Jane Magnolia Tree. With its striking, tulip-shaped blossoms in shades of pink and purple, this majestic tree is sure to turn heads and elevate the elegance of your landscape.

 

Like its azalea counterpart, the Jane Magnolia thrives in partially shaded areas, making it a versatile addition to any garden design. Reaching heights of up to 8-10 feet at maturity, it commands attention and adds a touch of grandeur to your outdoor space. Plus, with its fast growth and evergreen foliage, you can enjoy its breathtaking blooms year after year.

 

Introducing the Jane Magnolia Tree into your garden not only brings vibrant colors but also infuses your landscape with sophistication and grace. Whether planted as a focal point or incorporated into a mixed border, this stunning tree is sure to become the center of attention in your outdoor oasis. Don't miss your chance to grace your garden with the timeless beauty of the Jane Magnolia Tree this season!

Okame Cherry Tree

For subtle and elegant charm the Okame Cherry Tree is perfect for those looking to add sophistication to their landscape. With its graceful, cascading branches adorned with vibrant pink blossoms, this exquisite tree is the epitome of springtime charm.

 

Unlike its counterparts, the Okame Cherry Tree prefers full sun, making it perfect for brightening up any sunny spot in your landscape. Reaching heights of up to 25 feet at maturity, it creates a captivating canopy of color that is sure to enrich viewing for all who behold it. And with its rapid growth and deciduous nature, you'll eagerly anticipate its annual spectacle each spring.

 

Adding the Okame Cherry Tree into your garden not only adds a burst of seasonal color but also infuses your outdoor space with a sense of joy and rejuvenation. Perfectly planted as a solitary specimen for a dramatic display, this stunning tree will undoubtedly become the focal point of your springtime landscape. 

Our top picks for spring bloomers!

Red Drift® Rose Tree

$149.99
Size:
3-4 ft
3-4 ft
3-4 ft
3-4 ft
3-4 ft
2 Trees (3-4 ft)
2 Trees (3-4 ft)
2 Trees (3-4 ft)
2 Trees (3-4 ft)
2 Trees (3-4 ft)

Lavender Formosa Azalea Shrub

$69.95
$79.95
Size:
1 Gallon
1 Gallon
1 Gallon
1 Gallon
3 Gallon
3 Gallon
3 Gallon
3 Gallon
Select quantity:
Single
Single
Single
Single
3-Pack
3-Pack
3-Pack
3-Pack
3-Pack

Okame Cherry Tree

$99.95
$124.95
Size:
3 Gallon
3 Gallon
3 Gallon
3 Gallon
3 Gallon
5 Gallon
5 Gallon
5 Gallon
5 Gallon
5 Gallon
2 Trees (5 Gallon)
2 Trees (5 Gallon)
2 Trees (5 Gallon)
2 Trees (5 Gallon)
2 Trees (5 Gallon)

Jane Magnolia Tree

$34.99
$39.95
Size:
1 Gallon
1 Gallon
1 Gallon
1 Gallon
1 Gallon
3-Pack (1 Gallon)
3-Pack (1 Gallon)
3-Pack (1 Gallon)
3-Pack (1 Gallon)
3-Pack (1 Gallon)
3 Gallon
3 Gallon
3 Gallon
3 Gallon
3 Gallon
5 Gallon
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5 Gallon

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