Subtle blooms in early spring sing the promise of winter’s end. These simple beauties are often overlooked, overpowered by the bold appearance of tulips, daffodils, hyacinths and more. This is unfortunate as these perennials have an unpretentious charm that complements early season bulbs and shrubs. Consider adding a selection of these delicate treasures to your landscape this year! Listed are a few of our favorites:

SUNNY LOCATION
Sweet William (Dianthus barbatus)
English Daisy (Bellis)
Mountain Pinks (Phlox subulata)
Rockcress (Aubrieta)
Candytuft (Iberis)
Wall Cress (Arabis)
Pig Squeak (Berginia)
Basket-of-Gold (Aurina)

FULL TO PART SHADE
Pasqueflower (Pulsatilla)
Bleeding Heart (Dicentra)
Virginia Bluebells (Mertensia)
Columbine (Aquilegia)
Dead Nettle (Lamium)
Forget-Me-Not (Myosotis)
Creeping Phlox (Phlox stolonifera)
Lungwort (Pulmonaria)
Bloodroot (Sanguinaria)
Primrose (Primula)
Sweet Violet (Viola odorata)