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Best Plants For Canadian Outdoor Gardens

Spring is here, dear Stouffville! And what a spring it is – we are in the midst of one of the most beautiful springs we here at Sunready have ever seen. It brings us a lot of hope – especially after that long, dreary, wet winter we just experienced. 

And so, now we here in Stouffville have to face a difficult desicion. One that the good people of Stouffville are forced to face every year. One that rocks the people of Stouffville to their very core. And that decision is… What should the gardeners, landscapers and homeowners of Stouffville plant in their garden?

Jokes aside, it is a tough decision. Canada, and Stouffville in particular, is a hard place to keep a garden. We have wild weather and we have harsh winters, so choosing the right plants for one’s garden is integral. Luckily, we are here to help with that decision – today we’re going to talk about the best plants for Canadian outdoor gardens! 

And for those who don’t want to make this decision (hard at it is) there are professionals out there willing to help! 

Best plants For Canadian Outdoor Gardens:

Tulips

Tulips are a quintessential spring flower that can add color and beauty to any garden. These flowers come in a variety of colors, including red, yellow, pink, purple, and white. Tulips are easy to grow and require well-draining soil and regular watering. They can be planted in fall or early spring and will bloom in late April or early May.

Daffodils

Daffodils are another popular spring flower that is easy to grow and care for. They come in a range of colors and sizes, and their trumpet-shaped flowers are a cheerful addition to any garden. Daffodils prefer full sun or partial shade and require well-draining soil. They can be planted in fall or early spring and will bloom in late March or early April.

Crocuses

Crocuses are small, delicate flowers that bloom in early spring. They come in a range of colors, including purple, yellow, white, and pink. Crocuses are low-maintenance plants that can be grown in pots or in the ground. They require well-draining soil and full sun or partial shade. Crocuses can be planted in fall or early spring and will bloom in late February or early March.

Hyacinths

Hyacinths are fragrant spring flowers that come in a variety of colors, including blue, pink, purple, and white. They prefer full sun or partial shade and require well-draining soil. Hyacinths can be planted in fall or early spring and will bloom in late March or early April. They are easy to grow and can be planted in pots or in the ground.

Primroses

Primroses are beautiful spring flowers that come in a range of colors, including pink, purple, yellow, and white. They prefer partial shade and require moist, well-draining soil. Primroses can be planted in pots or in the ground and will bloom from March to May.

Pansies

Pansies are colorful spring flowers that are easy to grow and care for. They come in a range of colors and can be planted in pots or in the ground. Pansies prefer full sun or partial shade and require well-draining soil. They can be planted in early spring and will bloom from March to May.

Forsythia

Forsythia is a spring-blooming shrub that produces bright yellow flowers in early spring. It prefers full sun or partial shade and requires well-draining soil. Forsythia can be planted in fall or early spring and will bloom in March or April. This shrub is easy to grow and can be pruned to maintain its shape.

Lilacs

Lilacs are shrubs that produce fragrant, colorful flowers in the spring season. They come in a range of colors, including white, pink, purple, and blue. Lilacs prefer full sun or partial shade and require well-draining soil. They can be planted in fall or early spring and will bloom in May or June.

Bleeding Hearts

Bleeding Hearts are unique, heart-shaped flowers that hang down from arching stems. They come in shades of pink and white and prefer partial shade and well-draining soil. Bleeding Hearts can be planted in early spring and will bloom in May or June.

Cherry Blossoms

Cherry Blossoms are iconic spring flowers that can add a touch of elegance and beauty to any garden. They come in shades of pink and white and prefer full sun or partial shade and well-draining soil. Cherry Blossoms can be planted in early spring and will bloom in April or May.

Azaleas

Azaleas are colorful, fragrant shrubs that produce beautiful flowers in the spring season. They come in a range of colors, including pink, red, white, and purple. Azaleas prefer partial shade and well-draining soil. They can be planted in early spring and will bloom in April or May.

Iris

Iris plants are stunning spring flowers that come in a variety of colors, including blue, purple, yellow, and white. They prefer full sun and well-draining soil. Iris can be planted in fall or early spring and will bloom in May or June.

Magnolias

Magnolias are stunning, large-flowered trees that can add a touch of elegance to any garden. They produce large, fragrant flowers in shades of pink, purple, and white. Magnolias prefer full sun or partial shade and well-draining soil. They can be planted in early spring and will bloom in April or May.

Peonies

Peonies are popular spring flowers that come in a range of colors, including pink, red, white, and yellow. They prefer full sun or partial shade and well-draining soil. Peonies can be planted in fall or early spring and will bloom in May or June.

Virginia Bluebells

Virginia Bluebells are beautiful, bell-shaped flowers that bloom in shades of blue, pink, and purple. They prefer partial shade and moist, well-draining soil. Virginia Bluebells can be planted in early spring and will bloom in April or May.

Forget-Me-Nots

Forget-Me-Nots are small, delicate flowers that come in shades of blue, pink, and white. They prefer partial shade and well-draining soil. Forget-Me-Nots can be planted in early spring and will bloom in April or May.

Hellebores

Hellebores are evergreen perennials that produce beautiful flowers in shades of pink, purple, and white. They prefer partial shade and moist, well-draining soil. Hellebores can be planted in fall or early spring and will bloom in March or April.

Camellias

Camellias are stunning shrubs that produce large, colorful flowers in shades of pink, red, and white. They prefer partial shade and well-draining soil. Camellias can be planted in early spring and will bloom in April or May.

And so, this article about the best plants for Canadian outdoor gardens has come to an end. Hopefully this helped out anyone who is having trouble deciding what to put in their garden, and for those who are still having trouble – ask the professionals! 

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