1 Gladiolus
GLADIOLUS SPP., ZONES 8 TO 11
This stately flower reaches 2 to 5 feet tall and grows from a corm that can be overwintered in cold climates and replanted each spring. Eye-catching tubular flowers come in many colors, such as yellow, pink, white, purple and more, and sit on elegant spires. To ensure a longer blooming season, sow successive batches of corms 10 to 14 days apart.
Why we love it: A stalk of gladiolus looks majestic in the garden and adds height to bouquets.
2 Allium
ALLIUM SPP., ZONES 4 TO 9
A garden with alliums, particularly a large cultivar such as the Globemaster, has instant, whimsical appeal. The showstopping flowers are a beautiful sight at peak bloom, then hold their shape to become pretty dried flowers. Some…
