In spring, the countryside is awash with colour, and the air is fragrant with fragrance. Spring flowers are a welcome sight after the long winter months. Spring flowers are available in a wide range of colours, shapes, and sizes. There are many varieties to choose from and each one has something different to offer. The best time to plant spring flowers is in autumn when night-time temperatures are still cool enough for them to thrive.
Aquilegia (Colombine)
Colombine flowers are a beautiful addition to any garden. They have an elegant, yet delicate appearance. These plants are often grown in the Northern hemisphere, and they are native to North America, Europe and Asia. Colombine flowers need full sun exposure and well-drained soil. They can grow in both dry and moist conditions, but they do not tolerate waterlogged soil or frost.
Delphinium
Delphinium flowers are a beautiful choice for the garden in May. They have large, showy flowers that will attract butterflies and hummingbirds. The flowers have a very long vase life of up to two weeks. and are a popular cut flower.
Dianthus
Dianthus is also known as the “pink” flower and is often used in bouquets. It can be planted in a sunny spot and is best suited for warmer climates.
Papaver (Poppy)
Papaver (Poppy) is a genus of about 60 species of annual or short-lived perennial plants, native to temperate and subtropical regions of Eurasia, North Africa and North America. The genus Papaver consists of two main groups: the wild opium poppy (Papaver somniferum) and the domesticated poppy that produces edible seeds or grains (Papaver rhoeas). In South Africa, the most common type of Papaver is the P. Rhoeas.
