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If you’re looking to add a touch of serenity, wisdom, and stability to your garden, consider incorporating blue flowers into your landscaping ideas. Blue hues in interior design create a sense of calm and openness, making them a popular choice for flower gardens. As the weather warms up, it’s the perfect time to grab your garden gloves and shoes and start planting!
Create a beautiful ombre flower bed by selecting a variety of blue flowers, or make a statement with a single vibrant species surrounded by flowers in rich saturated tones like orange or yellow. Whichever you choose, these delightful blue flowers will surely add a pop of color to your landscape.
There are many different types of spring flowers available in shades of blue, so be sure to check the plant tag or description for sunlight and shade requirements. Understanding your plant hardiness zone is also essential to ensure that shrubs or perennials will survive the winter in your area. From annuals to perennials to small flowering shrubs, here are some of our favorite blue flowers to enhance your garden.
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Blue Columbines
These beautiful flowers are recognized for their unique bell-shaped flowers, feathery leaves, and impressive height (reaching up to 2 to 3 feet!). They do well in soil that drains well and enjoys partial shade, making them a favorite among pollinators such as butterflies and hummingbirds. Not to mention, they are also resistant to deer and help to improve soil quality with nitrogen. With their elegant appearance, long-lasting blooming period, and environmental benefits, Blue Columbines are a delightful choice for any garden.
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Introducing the PhotoHamster Blue Daisy! These charming perennials resemble traditional daisies but with a stunning twist – striking blue petals encircling golden centers. They bloom abundantly in the summer, drawing in pollinators and adding a pop of color to any garden. Blue daisies are low-maintenance and adaptable, flourishing in sunny, well-drained soil. Perfect for borders, rock gardens, or as eye-catching container plants. Get your hands on some blue daisies today! Visit our shop to purchase.
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Blue Butterfly Bushes are delightful shrubs that boast beautiful clusters of fragrant blue flowers, perfect for attracting butterflies and other pollinators to your garden. These bushes are easily recognizable by their graceful arching branches and narrow lance-shaped leaves. Blooming profusely from summer to fall, they add a vibrant splash of color to any outdoor space. Blue Butterfly Bushes are low-maintenance plants that can adapt to different soil types, making them a favorite among gardeners looking to create butterfly-friendly landscapes, borders, or garden projects. Don’t miss out – get your Blue Butterfly Bushes today!
Meet Esin Deniz, a delightful plant enthusiast who adores the Blue Pimpernel. These beautiful blue flowers are famous for their cascading appearance, perfect for adding a touch of charm to any garden. With minimal upkeep required, this perennial plant blossoms abundantly during the warmer months, attracting lovely pollinators such as bees and butterflies. Whether you’re thinking of sprucing up your rock garden, borders, or even hanging baskets, the Blue Pimpernel thrives in soil that drains well and enjoys a bit of shade. Don’t miss out on the chance to shop for your very own Blue Pimpernels and bring a touch of beauty to your outdoor space!
Meet Joshua Moore, a plant enthusiast who can’t get enough of Virginia Bluebells. These lovely perennials bloom in spring with clusters of charming, bell-shaped flowers in a mesmerizing sky-blue hue, emerging from delicate pink buds. Their elegant, arching stems and oval leaves make them a popular choice for gardeners looking to bring a touch of woodland magic to their gardens. Virginia Bluebells are a hit with early pollinators and do best in moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Ready to add some enchantment to your garden? Check out our Virginia Bluebells selection now!
Meet Alex Manders, a big fan of the stunning Blue Globe Thistle. These eye-catching perennials bring a unique touch to any garden with their steel-blue flower heads and spiky leaves. They’re tough, drought-resistant, and easy to care for, making them a perfect addition to your outdoor space. Get your hands on some Blue Globe Thistles now!
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Discover the enchanting Himalayan Blue Poppy to add a touch of the extraordinary to your garden. These mesmerizing sky-blue flowers are sure to impress. For those willing to provide regular watering and proper drainage, this rare and fleeting beauty will be a rewarding addition to your garden.
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Blue-Eyes Beauty
Blue-Eyes Beauty is a delightful small plant that boasts vibrant blue blooms with a striking yellow center, resembling little eyes. Contrary to its name, it doesn’t belong to the grass family but rather the Iris clan. This low-maintenance perennial thrives in sunny areas with good drainage, making it a perfect choice for rock gardens or bordering garden beds to showcase its eye-catching colors.
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Meet the lovely Forget-Me-Nots, those charming little blue blooms that will capture your heart at first sight! These dainty flowers resemble miniature sky-blue stars, brightening up any garden they grace. These delightful perennials thrive in shady areas with damp soil, effortlessly spreading their joyful presence wherever they are planted. Whether nestled in borders, woodland settings, or even in pots, Forget-Me-Nots infuse a sense of magic and fond memories into any outdoor oasis.
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Check out our selection of Grape Hyacinths – these adorable flowers resemble clusters of miniature blue grapes! They require minimal effort to grow and will quickly spread their vibrant blooms season after season. Whether you plant them in borders, rock gardens, or containers, Grape Hyacinths will bring joy to any gardener with their delightful look and sweet scent. Browse our Grape Hyacinths collection now!
Known regionally as bluebonnet, Lupine is a well-loved perennial wildflower that can be found covering fields and roads throughout North America. This beautiful plant can also thrive in garden settings, reaching heights of up to 4 feet. Planting Lupine comes with numerous benefits, including early summer blooms, attraction to butterflies and hummingbirds, resistance to deer, and the ability to fix nitrogen in the soil. Just be cautious, as many species of Lupine are toxic to livestock. Some varieties to consider planting are Blacksmith Lupine and Masterpiece Lupine. Explore and shop Lupine plants now!
Treat your garden to a pop of color with the stunning American Iris. These vibrant flowers make a statement in the spring with their beautiful petals in shades of blue and violet. To keep these beauties blooming, be sure to plant them in well-draining soil with a slightly acidic pH. Give them plenty of sunlight for optimal growth. Check out our selection of American Iris and add a touch of elegance to your garden today.
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Check out the dazzling Star Flower! This plant is a resilient beauty that requires minimal effort to maintain. It thrives in the heat and keeps blooming from the height of summer all the way to the first frost. Not only do Star Flowers add a touch of charm to your garden, but they also help create oxygen. You can plant them in combination pots or containers, or use them to enhance your landscape.
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Starship Blue Lobelia is a must-have plant for any garden enthusiast! This stunning flower features gorgeous violet-blue petals and tall, spiky green stems. It’s a versatile plant that can thrive in various soil types and climates, although it thrives best in moist conditions. If you live in a dry climate, just make sure to give it some extra TLC. Plant these beauties in your garden, and you’ll soon be welcoming butterflies and hummingbirds to your outdoor oasis!
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Get ready to be blown away by the stunning Midnight Blue Torenia. With vibrant splashes of sunny yellow contrasting against its deep blue petals, these snapdragon lookalikes are not only eye-catching but also tough and versatile. Whether in shade or under the sun, these beauties will thrive. Starting their bloom early in the season, they will keep going strong until the chill of late fall sets in. And the best part? They can handle the heat like a pro!
Don’t miss out on the Large Blue Torenia variety – it’s a must-try!
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Take a look at our selection of 16 Nemesia flowers. These sun-loving blooms with a delightful clove fragrance are perfect for brightening up your garden. With their beautiful deep lilac color, they are the ideal choice for the autumn season, thriving in cooler temperatures.
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Hydrangeas that Reblooms
True to their name, these blossoms just keep coming back! With their waterlily-like double petals, they continuously bloom throughout the summer, sprouting new flower buds. The only thing to keep in mind is that they will either bloom in a soft baby blue or a delicate pink, depending on the soil’s pH level.
Different types to experiment with: Reblooming Hydrangea, Bigleaf hydrangea
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Catmint
Hey there, did you know that Catmint is a perennial herb? Belonging to the mint family, these fragrant flowers grow on tall stems that continue blooming right to the soil, surrounded by silvery-green leaves.
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Neil Holmes from Getty Images suggests trying out Caryopteris, also known as bluebeard, for your garden. This compact shrub is loved by bees for its brilliant blue flowers that stand out during late summer to fall, when other plants may be losing their color. Consider varieties like Gold Crest and Beyond Midnight when shopping for Caryopteris.
Francois De Heel’s stunning images showcase the delicate beauty of Lobelia flowers. These elegant blooms look lovely when spilling out of hanging baskets or containers. Lobelia plants thrive in cooler temperatures, so if the nights are too warm, they may not flower as well. To help them flourish, give them a trim and they will bounce back when the weather cools down. Some recommended varieties to experiment with are Laguna Sky Blue and Laguna Dark Blue. Check out our selection of Lobelia plants for your garden now!
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Morning Beauty
These beautiful annual vines thrive when grown from seeds. Provide morning glories with a structure to climb, like a trellis or mailbox, to showcase their charming cottage-style appearance. To prevent self-seeding and ensure they return to the same spot next year, harvest the dried seed heads after the flowers have wilted.
Recommended varieties: Royal Blue Ensign, Heavenly Blue
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David Dixon from Getty Images presents 22 adorable Balloon Flowers with their charming rounded buds blossoming into beautiful star-shaped flowers that last a long time. These perennials are perfect for the front of garden borders and beds, and they are typically safe from deer damage. Consider trying out varieties such as Astra Double Blue and Fuji Blue. Start shopping for Balloon Flowers now!
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These beautiful tall blue spires can reach heights of up to five feet! For a stunning display, plant these perennial flowers along the fence or in the back of your garden borders.
Recommended varieties: Summer Cloud, Blue Lace
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Dan Rosenholm from Getty Images recommends Amsonia, a perennial plant with wispy blue flowers and dark green foliage that blooms from late spring to early summer. It is also deer-resistant, making it a great addition to your garden. Consider trying varieties like Storm Cloud and Arkansas Blue Ice. Shop for Amsonia plants now!
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Discover the beauty of Browallia, a stunning purple-blue annual flower that thrives in hot weather. Whether planted alone in containers or mixed with other flowers, Browallia is sure to add charm to any garden. Explore our selection of Browallia plants today!
Explore the delightful world of pincushion flowers, also known as scabiosa, with their charming dome-shaped blooms in a beautiful true blue hue. These vibrant annuals not only attract pollinators but also continue to bloom from late spring all the way through fall. Check out varieties like Butterfly Blue and Deep Blue to add a splash of color to your garden. Start shopping for pincushion flowers now and add some lovely blooms to your outdoor space.
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Fake Indigo
Fake indigo, alternatively called baptisia, boasts elegant spiky blooms in the spring and unique seedpods in the autumn. This resilient and easy-to-care-for perennial is a magnet for various types of pollinators.
Recommended Varieties: Blueberry Sundae, Sparkling Sapphires
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