Spring Flowers to Brighten Your April
Chosen by the Gardeners’ World Team
As April arrives, we eagerly anticipate the vibrant colors and delicate blooms of spring. From flowering cherries to tulips, there’s a wealth of plants that will transform your garden into a tapestry of beauty.
Flowering Cherries
If you’re looking for a stunning focal point, consider the ‘Shirotae’ cherry tree. Its abundant white flowers and graceful canopy create a breathtaking display.
Evergreen Beauties
For a touch of year-round greenery, opt for Libertia formosa. Its sword-shaped leaves and elegant white blooms add a touch of sophistication to shady spots.
Unique and Eye-Catching
Snake’s head fritillary is a captivating plant with burgundy flowers that resemble a checkerboard. It thrives in both grass and pots, adding a touch of whimsy to your garden.
Ornamental Delights
The fluffy pink blooms of ornamental cherries are a sight to behold. They provide an important source of early nectar for bees and create a stunning contrast against dark branches.
Shade-Loving Gems
Pachyphragma macrophyllum is a hardy plant that illuminates shady areas with clusters of white flowers in late winter and spring. Its rounded leaves take on purple tints as the weather cools.
Fragrant and Versatile
Lippia dulcis not only boasts attractive bronze-edged leaves but also has a minty scent and edible leaves. It’s perfect for groundcover or containers.
Aromatic Enchantment
Pelargonium tomentosum, also known as the peppermint geranium, has large, green leaves with a powerful minty scent. Its cascading habit makes it ideal for hanging baskets.
Tulips Galore
Tulip ‘Brown Sugar’ is a standout with its sumptuous brown-bronze petals that shimmer in the sunlight. Its elegant form and delightful fragrance make it a must-have for tulip enthusiasts.
Heartfelt Blooms
Lamprocapnos spectabilis, commonly known as bleeding heart, features delicate pink, heart-shaped blooms. Its cottage-style charm adds a touch of romance to any garden.
Humble Yet Stunning
Anthriscus sylvestris, or cow parsley, transforms landscapes into a frothy white sea. Varieties like ‘Ravenswing’ are popular with garden designers for their dramatic foliage.
Euphorbia’s Golden Glow
Euphorbia epithymoides is a compact plant that bursts into a vibrant lime-yellow flower hummock in April. Its foliage turns bronze in autumn, providing year-round interest.
