Early bloomers: The most beautiful early bloomers

Early bloomers are the first plants of the year to delight us with their colorful blooms. We have put together the 15 most beautiful early blooming flowers for you.

The garden was just pale and gray, but all of a sudden you can see the first early blooming flowers. Early bloomers, also known as spring bloomers, are the first brightly colored figures after a long, gray winter, signaling the approach of spring. So it's no wonder that early bloomers in the garden are an absolute must for many. But which spring flowers are the prettiest? Here you will find a spring flowering list with the most beautiful plants that you should definitely not miss.

What are early bloomers?

When talking about early bloomers, the question quickly arises as to what is actually meant by that. All plants that show their first flowers between January and April are generally considered to be early bloomers Designation refers thereby not only to flowers and perennials, but also to woody plants and trees in this period bloom. Early bloomers are particularly common in the forest: since the deciduous trees are not yet new when they bloom Once the leaves have formed, the spring flowers in the forest at the beginning of the year can take advantage of the unfiltered light use. Other early-blooming species flower so early in the year because they grow in locations that are dry in the summer. As a result, there would not be enough water for the resource-sapping bloom later in the year. So that the plants have enough energy in spring for a timely budding, storage organs are widespread in early bloomers. These include, for example, bulbs, tubers or rhizomes.

1. anemones

The anemones (anemone) are among the most popular plant species in the garden with almost 120 different species. Of course you can also find some spring plants among the anemones: the Balkan wood anemone (Anemone blanda) shows its flowers in a sheltered location from February, which shine in color variations from white to violet to blue. Also the wood anemone native to us (Anemone nemorosa) opens its white and pink flowers End of February. Both spring flowers prefer sandy, humus-rich soil with light shade in the garden and are considered bee-friendly thanks to their high pollen count.

Attention: Not all plants of the anemone genus bloom in spring, there are also plants that bloom in summer and autumn. Therefore, always pay attention to the exact species designation when buying.

2. tulip

What would spring be without tulips (Tulipa)? It doesn't matter whether you plant the spring flowers in a pot or have a spot ready for them in the garden, the colorful flower attracts everyone's attention. With almost 150 species and countless breeds in almost every imaginable color variant, every gardener will find the right tulip as an early bloomer for his garden. the Flowering time of the tulips ranges from early April to late May and may vary by species. So that the tulip can unfold in all its glory, it is important that you place it in the right place: at the Planting Tulips It should be noted that spring flowering bulbs do not tolerate waterlogging, which is why loose, well-drained soil is an absolute must.

3. crocus

The crocus (Crocus): The white, violet or yellow early bloomers are already showing, depending on the species from February their first flowers, so that they provide the first splashes of color in the new year. This makes the early bloomer very important for bees, as it is one of the first sources of food in the new year. However, there are not only early flowering crocuses - autumn crocuses are known for their late flowering from September to October. Luckily, there isn’t much to consider to ensure that the spring bloomers feel good. Pay attention to the Planting the crocuses in a sunny location and well-drained soil, the bee-friendly early bloomers feel at home almost anywhere.

4. hyacinth

If you are looking for a spring bloomer with an intense scent, you should definitely get the hyacinth (Hyacinthus orientalishybrids) closer: The early bloomers in blue, white, violet and numerous other colors not only impress with their appearance, but also with their heavy, sweet smell. The numerous bell-shaped flowers that from April appear, also make the hyacinth a popular early bloomer for bees. Hyacinths are particularly suitable as bee-friendly early bloomers for the balcony, because they prefer a sunny and sheltered place.

What you at the Hyacinth care should be observed in our special article.

5. snowdrop

If you think of an early bloomer in white, the graceful snowdrop (Galantus nivalis) to mind. Naturally, the early bloomers are most common in the forest, but today the delicate flowers can also be found in numerous gardens. With their early flowering that usually in February begins, the snowdrop is not only one of the first heralds of spring, but is also extremely popular with bees and butterflies. A humus-rich, loose soil is ideal for early bloomers, the snowdrop also prefers a location under deciduous trees with lots of light. Keep this in mind when Planting the snowdrop, the early blooming flower also feels at home in your garden. It is not uncommon for the snowdrop to be confused with the March cup (Leucojum vernum), which you will also find in this article.

6. dandelion

Of March to May shine the blossoms of the dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) clearly visible in the garden. This makes the dandelion a typical early bloomer. Unfortunately, the dandelion is still considered by many to be just an annoying weed - in fact the early bloomer with the yellow flowers is not only pretty to look at, but also very useful: The edible weed has long been considered a medicinal plant that stimulates the metabolism. In addition, the dandelion is a suitable early bloomer for bees, as it is rich in both pollen and nectar. Also, the plant isn't exactly picky about where it sits, so that plants of dandelion is possible in almost every garden.

Tip: In addition to the common dandelion, there are numerous other types of dandelion that are also suitable for the garden. The white-flowered dandelion (Taraxacum albidum), which flowers from May.

7. daisy

daisies (Bellis perennis) knows almost every child - no wonder, after all, the perennial early bloomers are widespread. They can be found in almost any lawn, preferring nutrient-rich soil and full sun. Of March to November the early bloomers carry their yellow inflorescences, which are edged with white bracts. Due to its long flowering period, the daisy is popular with bees and other insects, despite its low nectar and pollen content, because it helps to bridge phases when there is little food. In addition to the wild daisy, there are also cultivated varieties that are suitable as spring flowers for the balcony or garden. The best known is probably the daisy (Bellis perennishybrid), which comes in numerous color variations and also flowers from March.

8. March mug

Although the March mug (Leucojum vernum) has the month of March in its name, the white early bloomers often already begin in February with showing its bell-shaped flowers. The perennial spring plant is a great asset, especially for shade gardens. The thrives on nutrient-rich soil shade plant wonderful - but it does not tolerate sunny locations. As an early bloomer, the March cup is very valuable for bees, as it is one of the first foraging plants in spring.

9. primrose

With their colorful flowers, primroses (Primula) reliable for a good mood in the bed even in wet gray weather. As early bloomers, primroses often already show their flowers, which are available in almost every color variation from white to yellow to violet in February and thus provide the first color accents in the bed. But primroses have always cut a fine figure as spring bloomers in pots, so that the Early bloomers are suitable for the balcony if you give them a sunny or partially shaded spot can offer. Especially locals Primrose species like the cowslip (Primula elatior) are also considered to be particularly bee-friendly early bloomers, as they have a good nectar and pollen value - filled breeding variations, on the other hand, are not considered bee-friendly balcony plants famous.

Tip: Primroses prefer very nutrient-rich soil. who grow primroses should therefore use a phosphate-reduced compost soil, such as ours, when planting in the bed Plantura organic universal soil, set. The garden soil already contains enough phosphate for the plants.

10. winterling

Even at temperatures just above freezing, the winterling (Eranthis hyemalis) reliably. As a result, the spring bloomer in yellow shows reliably even in bad weather February and March its flowers. As an early bloomer, the yellow winter cultivar is typically found in forests, but it also feels at home in the Your garden will do just fine if you offer it humus-rich soil on the edge or under the canopy of a deciduous tree can. But not only people are enthusiastic about the uncomplicated winterling - because of its early age The early bloomer is also great for bees because of its blossom and good supply of nectar and pollen Meaning.

11. clematis

Among the early bloomers is the clematis (clematis), also called clematis, one of the latest bloomers: early Clematis species and cultivars like the alpine clematis 'Pamela Jackman' (Clematis alpina 'Pamela Jackman') or the large-flowered clematis (Clematis macropetala) already bear fruit in sunny and sheltered locations with well-drained soil from April her blossoms. The early bloomer shines with purple and blue flowers that compete with each other. The early-blooming clematis not only attracts the attention of people, but also magically attracts insects, because it is one of the bee-friendly early bloomers.

12. pansies

She is a classic in the bed - the pansy (viola x wittrockiana) with its colorful flowers should not be missing in any garden. In fact, in addition to blue, the spring bloomer can be found in almost every other shade of color from white to yellow to red, or even multicolored specimens. The early bloomers thrive in a sunny to partially shaded location with a loose, moist (but not wet) substrate, both in pots and in beds. Only bees don't enjoy the colorful flowers of the viola - unfortunately their nectaries are often stunted.

A little hint: Whether pansies are early bloomers is determined by the time of sowing. Pansies sown in February will open from March their flowers and are therefore early bloomers. Plants that are sown in early summer, on the other hand, do not open their flowers until October and November as autumn flowers.

13. cowslip

Of March to May we are enchanted by an early bloomer with yellow flowers - of course the cowslip is meant (Primula veris). The tiny yellow flowers of the spring flower fascinate with a wonderful fragrance and draw at the same time not only humans, but also butterflies, which eat the nectar well with their long proboscis reach. The early-flowering perennial thrives ideally in sunny locations, preferring humus-rich soil with a high lime content. Here the cowslip is very robust as an early bloomer and hardly needs any further care.

14. iris

Not every iris (Iridodyctium) is one of the early bloomers, the net leaf iris (Iris reticulata) fortunately already: From February the blue early bloomer delights us with its pretty flowers. Also the winter iris (Iris danfordiae) already enriches us from March with its yellow flowers and is therefore an early flowering iris. Both species prefer a sunny location with well-drained, summer-dry soil to develop their full potential. In addition, both iris species are considered to be extremely bee-friendly early bloomers, as they serve as a food source early in the year.

15. daffodil

Among the early-flowering species, the daffodils (Narcissus) don't forget, after all they are one of the most popular spring plants. The yellow spring flowers can be found in almost every garden - no wonder, after all, they not only impress with their bright yellow flowers from February to May, but thrive in a sunny spot with average garden soil. Insects are also very fond of the plants, because their early flowering and their good nectar and pollen value make the narcissus extremely attractive to bees as an early bloomer.

tip: If you want to plant early bloomers in pots, it is best to use loose potting soil with extra phosphate. Our peat-free and climate-friendly Plantura organic potting soil is ideal, for example, for early bloomers in pots.

Not only among the flowers are there early bloomers - in our article we will tell you which shrubs and trees open their flowers at the beginning of the year early flowering shrubs.