Pansies and violas (USDA zones 3-9):
These cheerful flowers come in a wide variety of colors and are easy to grow. We can plant them in the fall or early spring and will bloom throughout the winter in mild climates.
Pansies and violas winter flowers
Winter aconites (USDA zones 3-8):
These small, delicate flowers bloom in early spring. They are poisonous, so we should plant them where children and pets cannot reach them.
Winter aconites winter flowers
Hellebores (USDA zones 4-8):
Also known as Christmas roses or Lenten roses, these evergreen perennials bloom in the winter and early spring. They come in a variety of colors, including white, pink, purple, and red.
Hellebores winter flowers
Snowdrops (USDA zones 3-8):
These small, white flowers bloom in early spring. They are one of the first flowers to bloom in the spring, often pushing their way through the snow.
Crocus (USDA zones 3-8):
Another early spring bloomer, crocuses come in a variety of colors, including yellow, purple, and white.
Winter jasmine (USDA zones 7-9):
This fragrant evergreen shrub blooms in the winter. It is a good choice for a sunny spot in your garden.
Winter jasmine winter flowers
Camellias (USDA zones 7-9):
These beautiful evergreen shrubs bloom in the winter and spring. They come in a variety of colors, including red, pink, and white.
Witch hazel (USDA zones 4-9):
This deciduous shrub blooms in the winter. It is a good choice for a shady spot in your garden.
Witch hazel winter flowers
Ornamental kale (USDA zones 3-9):
This non-flowering plant is grown for its colorful leaves. It is a good choice for a winter garden because it is cold-hardy and does not require much care.
Ornamental kale winter flowers
Lenten rose (USDA zones 3-8):
This low-growing perennial blooms in the winter. It is a good choice for a rock garden or border.
Lenten rose winter flowers