What to Plant This Spring

It’s January, the beginning of a new year (finally!). Time to make New Year’s resolutions, fill out 2021 planners, and start thinking ahead. In fact, when it comes to gardening, it’s time to start thinking very, very far ahead. We know it seems much too cold outside right now to be considered Spring, but nonetheless, the Spring planting season is upon us. 

But what plants would survive the weather right now? Believe it or not, there are actually plenty of species that like to get their roots established before they poke their heads out of the ground come the warmer weather. 

​With this in mind, we’ve compiled a modest list of what flora prefers to be planted in the colder months, so you can stay on schedule and enjoys the fruits of your labor come summer time!

FLOWERS

Nothing says “summer” like a gorgeous array of color!

• Daffodil​
• Hyacinths
• Chrysanthemums
• Primrose
• Tulips
• Pansies
• Rhododendron
• Hydrangea
• Daylily
• Dahlia

FRUITS AND VEGGIES

Rather than throwing away wilted greens or rotten apples from the grocery store, why not pick fresh ones from your own backyard?

• Bell Pepper
• Broccoli
• Brussels Sprouts
• Cabbage
• Eggplants
• Asparagus
• Cantaloupe
• Tomatoes
• Watermelon

HERBS AND FOLIAGE

Put back the jar of dried oregano, and season your spaghetti with some fresh herbs instead!

• Basil
• Oregano
• Rosemary
• Sage
• Thyme
• Chives

TREES

No landscape is complete without a tree or two.

• Plum Tree
• Gingko
• Crabapple
• Red Oak
• Sweetgum

​So there you have it. If you’re interested in growing any of the plants we mentioned, check out the links below for helpful tips! 

Worried about your new flowers attracting too many bugs? Never fear! Check to see if what you want to plant is on our list of plants that attract pollinators, or maybe our list of plants that discourage pests! 

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Sources:
House Beautiful: Flowers You Should Plant for Spring
Plants to Put in the Ground This Spring
10 Great Trees to Consider Planting this Spring
Design Ideas for Small Gardens
Growing Daffodils
Growing and Caring for Hyacinths
Chrysanthemums: Growing, Care, and Design Tips
Growing Primrose
Growing Tulips
How to Grow and Care for Pansies
Growing Rhododendrons and Azaleas
Growing and Caring for Hydrangea Flowers
Gardening 101: Daylily
Dahlia Care
Growing Bell Peppers
How to Grow Broccoli
How to Grow Brussels Sprouts
How to Plant and Grow Cabbage
How to Grow Cauliflower
How to Grow Eggplant
How to Grow Asparagus
How to Grow Cantaloupe
Growing Tomatoes
How to Plant and Grow Watermelon
How to Grow Basil
Learn How to Grow Oregano
Growing Rosemary Plants
Growing Sage
Thyme Plant Profile
Growing Chives
How to Grow Plum Trees
Gingko Tree Care
How to Grow Crab Apples
How to Grow a Red Oak Tree
How to Grow Sweetgum Trees