1Nasturtiums
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These fast growers can bloom as quickly as four weeks after planting them! Available in punchy shades of red, orange, and yellow, they offer a pretty pop of color, too. With their fully shaped petals and rounded leaves, these buds have a way of making any spring garden feel lush. Not to mention, they’re edible!
2Zinnias
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If you’re looking for an instant boost of color, zinnias are a great pick. These seasonal buds begin blooming in six to eight weeks, and they run the gamut from vibrant shades to pastel hues. (They’re even available in two-tone varieties!) Since they grow upright, they’ll also give your garden some structure. Other selling points? They attract pollinators and they’re low-maintenance!
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3Snapdragons
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Not only do snapdragons sprout quickly, they grow up to four feet tall! They’re long, lean, and loaded with lush buds that are perfect for curating a cottage-garden aesthetic. And since they’re found in almost every color, you can use them to recreate a rainbow right in your own backyard!
4Cornflowers
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These blue blooms are a staple in so many dreamy gardens. Since they start flowering in about six to eight weeks after seeding, planting them is a lightning-fast way to add a hint of spring magic to your lawn, whether it’s along borders or within beds. They’re so beautiful to admire—up close or from afar.
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5Sweet Alyssums
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Sweet alyssums are tiny, fragrant flowers that bloom in six to eight weeks. They form colorful clusters of white, pink, or purple that cover major ground, whether you plant them as a border or add them to your rock garden, but they also work in hanging baskets. If you do decide to use them as trailing coverage, just be sure to plant them six to 12 inches apart.
6Cosmos
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Want your spring garden to look whimsical? Cosmos do the trick! These quick-blooming annuals have soft petals in vibrant hues and long, feathery leaves that’ll add instant elegance to your yard. Since they start blooming within six to eight weeks, they’ll help you cultivate an enchanting garden.
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7Marigolds
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About seven to eight weeks after seeding them, marigolds will come to life. These fast-growing spring flowers are known for their ruffled petals and pom-pom-like appearance, and with their punchy orange and yellow hues, they’ll help your landscape look as warm as the spring sunshine. Marigolds are also excellent at repelling pests!
8Spider Flowers
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With their spindly foliage, the aptly named spider flowers will bring height, movement, and texture to your spring garden. While they take a bit longer to bloom (10 to 12 weeks), their cheery hues and airy appearance make them well worth the wait. To avoid overpowering the other buds in your spring garden, consider planting them in the back of your flower bed.
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9Sweet Peas
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Like their name promises, sweet peas give off a sweet-smelling fragrance that’ll make your backyard a pure delight to relax in. If you plant them early, they’ll bloom in as little as eight to 10 weeks. In addition to growing quickly, they also sprout up to 10 feet tall! Because they’re towering plants, they require support from a sturdy trellis or fence—which will also add to the romantic feel!
10California Poppies
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Known for their sunny shades, California poppies are fast growers that’ll make a striking statement in your garden. They bloom in about six to eight weeks, and once they’re established, they’ll increase the wildflower charm easily and effortlessly.
Lilly Blomquist is the associate editor at The Pioneer Woman, where she writes lifestyle stories across a wide range of topics—including news, entertainment, holidays, food, and more.
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