Spring is when the days get longer, the weather gets warmer, and the flowers start to bloom. Every flower is pretty and durable in its own unique way, but some stand out as “better” to plant during the spring in compassion with the rest. Some are pink, some are annual, some are yellow, some are red, and some are perennials, but all together make an appealing blend that catches peoples’ eyes. So, here is a list of the best flowers, including a mixture of both perennials and annuals, to plant in the spring of 2026 and why. However, let’s first discuss the meanings of perennials and annuals.
Perennial vs. Annual
To start off, perennials are cold-hardy plants that will return again in the spring. So, they usually bloom for only one season each year; either spring, summer, or fall, (but there are also re-blooming and long-blooming perennials as well). On the other hand, annuals are plants that germinate, flower, set seed, and die all in one season. So, the difference between the two is that perennials come back each year, while annuals bloom and die all in one season. One is not considered “better” than the other, but each has their own characteristics that the gardener has to consider before determining which one they want to plant.
Planting in the Spring of 2026
Now, here’s the list of the best flowers to plant in 2026! (Flowers are truly up to personal interpretation though of course! The various kinds allow no limit to creativity!) However, according to some research, these flowers really stand out in their fields!
- Viola: Violas look like versions of pansies, with their many colorful blooms on each plant. Even though they don’t handle hot temperatures the best, they sparkle in the cool spring weather, even surviving light frosts. Violas are also edible flowers that have a slight floral taste, and can be added to some foods
Hellebore (The Bouqs co.) - Hellebore: The hellebore can bloom even when there is still some snow on the ground, showing they are pretty durable. Additionally, they also have attractive leaves that provide interest year-round.
Tulip (The Bouqs co.) - Tulip: Tulips are classic spring flowers! They grow from bulbs, so they need to be planned ahead of time. Tulips come in different sizes, shapes, and colors, making them a fan favorite every year!
Daffodil (The Bouqs co.) - Daffodil: Daffodils are very bright and sunny. They work well in bouquets and are another classic for the spring. However, they do produce a toxin that will cause some other types of flowers to wilt. Other than that, they are pretty great, considering animals like deer typically leave daffodil bulbs alone, and can resist wildlife if a garden is shared by the gardener and some outdoor friends!
Azalea - Azalea: It can be planted in gardens or enjoyed in the wild. Due to breeding efforts, more than 10,000 cultivars exist now. They come in a wide variety of sizes and colors, so it is hard to not find one to love this spring.
Peony (The Bouqs co.) - Peonies: Peonies can brighten up gardens or fancy-up gorgeous bouquets. These flowers bloom in the spring and have the opportunities to last into the summer as well.
Camellia (The Bouqs co.) - Camellia: These plants thrive in warmer areas, and are gorgeous year-round. There are hundreds of varieties of camellia to plant. These flowers bloom in the winter or early spring, and are beautiful!
Sweet Pea (The Bouqs co.) - Sweet Pea: These flowers fill gardens with sweet and intoxicating fragrances, and are one of the birth flowers for April! Sweet pears have delicate but also strong tendrils and have the capability to climb up garden structures.
Anemone (The Bouqs co.) - Anemone: They spend long winters tucked into the ground, but then muster up energy to send out beautiful poppy-like flowers. They do well in well-draining and moist soil, and are one of the first flowers to bloom in the spring. They come in white, red, pink, and purple.
Winter Jasmine (The Bouqs co.) - Winter Jasmine: These flowers begin in the winter and continue to show their bright yellow colors into the early spring. They are in the weeping form, and look gorgeous over retaining walls or down banks. They do well in well-draining soil, and are flowers that send color into the world at a time when most plants are dormant. So, this is the perfect flower to start off the spring season when all the other flowers aren’t quite ready yet!
(Information found at The Bouqs co. and Garden Design)
