Gardening, much like home decor, is not immune to the cyclical nature of trends. Flowers, plants, and even shrubs and trees can go in and out of style depending on new releases from seed companies—plus what’s trending in fashion, interiors, and pop culture, of course.
We spoke with flower gardening pros about the flower varieties, color combinations, and design ideas they predict will be everywhere next year, and they say 2026 florals are all about resilience and romance. People are prioritizing eco-conscious and sustainable flower gardens, often preferring native species that give just as much as they take. That said, nostalgic flowers and unexpected textures—perhaps straight out of a bouquet or tablescape from Bridgerton—are also having a moment.
These are the 10 flower trends that will be in full bloom in 2026.
Meet the Expert
Grace Krueger is the founder of Lulabelle’s Flower Farm in Burlington, Kansas.
Rebecca Sears is the chief marketing officer at Ferry-Morse, one of the oldest operating U.S. seed companies.
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Specialty Zinnias
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Zinnias have long been a favorite among florists, but they’re recently gaining increased traction with homeowners as well. Not only are they a fantastic cut-and-come-again flower, but they are easy to grow and offer prolific, long-lasting blooms.
According to Grace Kreuger, founder of Lulabelle’s Flower Farm, specialty zinnia varieties will take over gardens this year.
“The newer varieties feel nothing like the old standards because they offer complex, vintage-inspired colors and interesting petal shapes while thriving in heat and producing nonstop blooms,” she says.
Zinnia ‘Queen Lime’ and the ‘Oklahoma’ series are just two examples. Plant them in a sunny location, and water when dry to ensure long-lasting blooms all summer long.
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Dahlias
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Dahlias are another favorite for cut flowers. Dahlias offer showstopping blooms in endless shapes and colors and are easy to grow once established. While they’ve been popular for a while now, Krueger assures us dahlias aren’t going anywhere anytime soon.
“They continue to dominate cutting gardens and feel both heirloom and modern at the same time,” she says.
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Lisianthus
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Lisianthus, sometimes referred to as the rose without thorns, is a favorite among florists and gardeners alike. It offers delicate blooms in shades ranging from pink and purple to white and yellow, and everything in between.
For Krueger, lisianthus tops the list of her favorite flowers to grow, and she expects more and more home gardeners will also fall in love with the flower this year.
“The muted mauves, butter yellows, and terracotta tones align beautifully with today’s earthy palette trends,” she says.
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Double-Click Cosmos
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Where dahlias and zinnias offer structure and bold blooms, cosmos add airy elegance to any garden or cut flower arrangement.
“Their delicate, daisy-like blooms thrive in cottage-style gardens and relaxed, naturalistic designs,” Rebecca Sears, chief marketing officer of Ferry-Morse, says.
These annuals are easy to start from seed and readily self-seed at the end of each season.
Krueger says she expects frilly and textured Double Click Cosmos (known for their double layer of petals) to be especially popular this year, alongside varieties with moodier color palettes.
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Ranunculus
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These romantic flowers are notoriously tricky to grow, but Krueger says gardeners are becoming more ambitious as cut flower gardens become more popular.
“These layered, romantic blooms deliver a high-end, wedding-worthy look that feels special in a home garden,” Krueger says of ranunculus. “They are truly stunning to study.”
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Snapdragons
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Snapdragons offer interest in the garden and in bouquets.
“Gardeners are becoming more intentional about creating dimension in their outdoor spaces, and snapdragons provide that structure while also serving as excellent cut flowers,” Sears says.
They bloom profusely in the cool weather of spring and fall and can be started from seed or purchased in nursery packs. Plant them in a location with plenty of sun and well-draining soil for best results.
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Gomphrena
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Also known as globe amaranth, gomphrena is known for being drought-tolerant and easy to grow.
“As summers get hotter, reliability matters,” Krueger says. “Gomphrena thrives in heat, produces abundantly, and offers impressive vase life for cut flower growers.”
Gomphrena also offers interesting texture and form with its globular, clover-like blooms.
Krueger adds that it’s “very cute and dainty;” it comes in numerous colors and sizes, with the most popular varieties being the common globe amaranth (G. globosa), strawberry globe amaranth (G. haageana), and pink globe amaranth (G. pulchella).
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Coneflowers
Coneflowers are an important part of bird habitat.
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Native coneflowers (Echinacea) are the epitome of beauty and practicality as they thrive in the heat and sun of summer.
“Coneflowers provide long bloom time, strong structure, and vital support for pollinators,” Krueger says. “They are also nostalgic.”
Their purple blooms and large seed heads give back to the native ecosystem year-round, serving as a vital food source for pollinators in the spring and for birds and small mammals in the fall and winter.
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Sweet Peas
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If delicate blooms and sweet fragrance are what you’re after this year, look no further than sweet peas.
“Sweet peas bring scent and nostalgia back into the garden experience, something many growers are craving,” Krueger says. “They are airy, frilly, and timeless.”
These climbing flowers make an excellent addition to cottage gardens, borders, vegetable gardens, and more, and do best when given supports to climb. Although there are many varieties available, stick to the old-fashioned cultivars if you want your blooms to be fragrant.
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Butterfly Weed
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Lastly, Sears says butterfly weed (Asclepias tuberosa) will remain a popular addition to home gardens this year.
“Butterfly weed reflects one of the strongest ongoing trends in gardening: purposeful planting,” she says. “Its brilliant orange blooms and copious nectar attract monarchs and other beneficial pollinators, making it both beautiful and meaningful,”
This milkweed plant can be grown from seed and should be planted in a sunny location with well-drained soil.
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