33 Beautiful Photos of Flowers Gathered for Your Viewing Pleasure
33 Beautiful Photos of Flowers Gathered for Your Viewing Pleasure
Flowers are uplifting, whether you look at them IRL or in a photo. And if you’re out of fresh blooms or are too lazy to run to the market, we’ve got you. These photos of flowers are so stunning. Whether you’re looking to give your garden a refresh, are in need of a new phone screen background, or want to order a bouquet for yourself, these photos will give you major inspiration.
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We’ve included a wide variety of various blooms, including common types of flowers and maybe some species you’ve never heard of. Along with the names and pictures of the flowers, you’ll find interesting details about the beautiful blooms. (Did you know adding myrtle in a bridal bouquet is a royal tradition?). And if you’re looking to refresh your yard, we’ve included when each of these flowers typically blooms. From tulips to sunflowers to roses, these beautiful flowers are sure to ignite your inner green thumb. So get your gardening tools ready, and browse through these images of our favorite flowers.
1) Gardenia
Known for its rich scent, this waxy flower with glossy thick leaves is often used in perfumes. An evergreen shrub that can grow 8 feet tall, gardenias grow best in humid areas.
Bloom seasons: They can bloom during different seasons depending on the variety. Many appear in the spring and summer
2) Alstroemerias
Typically called Peruvian lilies, they come in bright colors like pink, orange, and purple. Alstroemerias easy to grow and don't require a ton of care. Great for flower bouquets, they last up to two weeks once cut.
Bloom season: Summer
3) Rose
With hundreds of species, roses bloom in a myriad of beautiful colors. These romantic flowers aren't just for Valentine's Day—they'll look gorgeous in your garden. Plant them where they'll get enough morning sun, and make sure to water them diligently.
Bloom season: Summer
4) Petunia
These trumpet-shaped flowers are popular to plant in flowerbeds. They come in a variety of colors, and they're easy to grow.
Bloom seasons: Spring, fall, and summer
5) Marigold
Part of the sunflower family, these bright flowers bloom all summer long. They thrive in lots of sunshine and can even endure hot summers.
Bloom seasons: Spring, fall, and summer
6) Water Lily
These beauties often sprout in vibrant colors like yellow, pink or purple. They're a pretty addition to water gardens and natural or artificial ponds.
Bloom seasons: Fall and summer
7) Tulips
Tulips signal spring's arrival—typically, they begin to emerge in March. While most feature a single flower, a few kinds can sprout up to four on one stem. Most varieties need lots of afternoon sunlight.
Bloom seasons: Spring
8) Phlox
These star-shaped flowers come in a variety of bright colors. Easy to maintain, these fragrant flowers attract butterflies and hummingbirds.
Bloom seasons: Spring and summer
9) Mrs. Charles E. Pearson
These are a type of rhododendron (with an unusual name) that feature purple or brown freckling on their funnel-shaped, pink-tinged petals.
Bloom seasons: Spring, summer, fall
10) Sunflower
Along with brightening your garden, sunflowers have lots of nectar that can attracts bees. They need about six to eight hours of sunlight a day.
Bloom season: Summer
11) Anemone
While there are many varieties of anemone out there, this type can most often be spotted thanks to their wide black centers, which provide striking contrast to red, purple, and white petals.
Bloom season: Fall and spring
12) Stonecrop
Featuring thick leaves, these star-shaped flowers grow in clusters. We love that they're easy to care for and attract pollinators.
Bloom season: Summer and fall
13) Craigton Blue Corydalis
These drooping blue bulbs are supported by reddish stems and are strongly scented. With the look of wedding bells, this could be your "something blue."
Bloom season: Spring, fall, and summer
14) Myrtle
Fluffy white myrtle, distinguished by its little hairs, has a long-standing tradition of appearing in the bridal bouquets of the British royals.
Bloom season: Spring and summer
15) Corn Poppy
These papaver rhoeas, commonly referred to as corn, field or common poppies, are annual wildflowers that became a symbol of the blood spilled in World War I.
Bloom season: Spring and summer
16) Yarrow
This perennial flower needs a lot of sunlight and dry soil. They come in a variety of colors.
Bloom season: Summer
17) Meadow Sage
The salvia plant, more commonly known as meadow sage, often produces rich purple and royal blue flowers that also come in various warmer shades. They thrive in hot, dry conditions.
Bloom season: Spring, summer, and fall
18) Ranunculus
Appearing in warm, happy colors of orange, yellow, pink, red, and white, ranunculus flowers are comprised of tight circles of petals.
Bloom season: Summer
19) Orchid
Orchids grow all over the world and have symmetry similar to human faces! This bilateral symmetry means that when split vertically down the middle, the two halves mirror each other.
Bloom season: Different seasons
20) Castilleja
Also known as Indian paintbrushes, castillejas grow across the Western and Southwestern states. These peculiar yet striking wildflowers actually survive by "borrowing" the nutrients from roots of surrounding plants.
Bloom season: Spring
21) Hellebore
These pretty wildflowers kind of look like a doodle of a flower, with their perfect five petals and funky stamens. They are commonly called the Christmas rose, because they bloom in winter.
Bloom season: Winter
22) Dahlia
Dahlias come in a rainbow of colors and thrive in well-drained, rich soil. They bloom from midsummer to first frost, so there's still time to take in their beauty.
Bloom seasons: Summer and fall
23) Azalea
Azaleas should be planted in the spring in lightly shaded areas. Exposure to excessive sunlight can actually burn their leaves, while too little light can deprive them of oxygen. With the right care, they can also make for excellent houseplants.
Bloom season: Spring
24) Peony
With their fluffy abundance of petals, their colors of cream and pink, and their peak season in spring, peonies are a favorite for bridal bouquets.
Bloom seasons: Spring and summer
25) Chicory
Part of the dandelion family, chicory is proven to have many health benefits for digestion, pains, and bacterial infections. It also promotes weight-loss and is often ground into powder as a substitute for coffee.
Bloom seasons: Spring and summer
26) Blanket Flower
Blanket flowers, or gaillardia, are perennials of the sunflower family that bloom with red petals fading into orange and yellow tips.
Bloom seasons: Summer and fall
27) Pansy
Looking to brighten your garden? Pansies come in bright colors. Featuring heart-shaped petals that overlap, these pretty flowers do best in cool weather.
Bloom seasons: Year-round
28) Apple Tree Flowers
Before they give us delicious fruits to pick , these elegant flowers stand on their own in the beauty department.
Bloom season: Spring
29) Iris
These bright flowers are easy to grow. Just make sure not to overwater them, because too much moisture will damage the roots.
Bloom season: Summer
30) Hydrangea
These big blooms have around 70 species. You can change the color of hydrangeas by changing the pH of the soil they're in. They need lots of water, so make sure they're hydrated.
Bloom season: Early spring to late autumn.
31) Daffodil
If you want daffodils in your yard, make sure to plant them in the fall, so they can bloom in early spring. FYI, they're the perfect flower to up your curb appeal.
Bloom season: Early spring
32) Sweet Pea
These very delicate flowers require a bit of pampering, but they're totally worth it.
Bloom season: Early spring
33) Lilac
These gorgeous, sweet-smelling flowers are always a great choice. Plus, they're very low maintenance!
Bloom season: Late spring
Let these persuade you to give your garden a refresh.