Top 9 Flowers That Are Perfect for Beginners

Gardening is a rewarding hobby, and growing beautiful flowers can be an exciting and fulfilling way to start. However, if you are new to gardening, it's essential to choose flowers that are easy to grow, resilient, and low-maintenance. The following list of the nine most popular flowers is perfect for beginners, offering a mix of colorful blooms, ease of care, and adaptability to various growing conditions.

1. Marigolds (Tagetes)

Marigolds are some of the easiest flowers to grow from seed. It grows best under full sun exposure and prefers a wide range of soil types. These flowers also available at Irene's Flower Shop in St. Louis mo are rather cheerful in yellow, orange, and red colors and can give a nice appearance to any corner of your yard They are not difficult to grow, and seed propagation is one of the ways.

Care Tips:

Sunlight: Full sun (6+ hours a day)

Watering: Moderate watering, however the soil should be allowed to go dry between watering sessions

2. Zinnias (Zinnia elegans)

Thinking of planting flowers for beginners, zinnias are easy to grow, can tolerate less water and they form beautiful flowers which make good additions to any garden, especially for a beginner. These flowers are pink, red, orange, yellow, and purple in color and because they are very easy to grow, they are perfect for novices.

Care Tips:

Sunlight: Full sun

Watering: Irrigate when the soil has gone dry usually when rubbed between the fingers it feels dry.

3. Annual sunflower plants (Helianthus annuus)

Sunflowers popular garden flower and it’s a plant that is instantly recognizable as soon as it grows, easy to grow, and makes a great statement. They germinate and initiate a growth rate very fast and can develop into tall trees. Its conspicuous bright yellow flowers make it one of the most popular plants for horticultural uses in gardens and flower gardens.

Care Tips:

Sunlight: Full sun

Watering: They will also need reasonable watering in the course of the growing season although they are resistant to drought once they are established.

4. Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia)

Lavenders are beautiful plants with pretty purple flowers and can be very easygoing as well in most cases. This plant which you can also order with St Louis Flower Shops delivery, is best used in areas with well-drained soils but in regions that require well-drained soil then it is best grown in an area that receives full sun this plant is very easy to grow, and is ideal for beginners.

Care Tips:

Sunlight: Full sun

Watering: Water them midway, but do not oversoak them

5. Cosmos (Cosmos bipinnatus)

Cosmos are fairly simple to germinate from seed, put on a prolific display of flowers, and enjoy impoverished growing conditions. Its daisy-like flowers in pink, white, and purple colors pollinate and make a cute cottage garden impression.

Care Tips:

Sunlight: Full sun

Watering: Wash when it feels dry on the surface of the face

6. Pansies (Viola tricolor var. hortensis)

Pansies are available at Best Florist in St. Louis and are best suitable for the Winter season and come in different colors and varieties of patterns. It is a dependable flower for planting in early Spring and in the Fall gardens, when the colors of many flowers are scarce.

Care Tips:

Sunlight: Partial to full sun

Watering: New soil should always be moist but not waterlogged, for waterlogging is detrimental to the growth of seedlings new and old.

7. Tulips (Tulipa)

Tulips positively reinforce early spring beauty by providing stunning flowers of different colors. These are easy to plant as Bulbs in the fall, and they grow back every year. Under proper management, the weeds could grow well and even add beauty to your garden.

Care Tips:

Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade

Watering: Water liberally but wait for the soil to get dry before watering again

8. Geraniums (Pelargonium)

It is a perennial plant and has many varieties from red, pink, white, and purple. These flowers may be grown in pots or in the garden; they are among the easiest flowers to grow for a beginner. It is also worth knowing that geraniums do not react well to the hot weather but they can also be grown indoors.

Care Tips:

Sunlight: Full sun

Watering: Water only when necessary and let the soil dry out.

9. Begonias (Begonia spp.)

Begonias are perfect for adding color to shaded or partially shaded areas. These flowers come in various types, including tuberous begonias (with large blooms) and fibrous begonias (with smaller blooms), making them suitable for both beginner gardeners and those with limited sunlight.

Care Tips:

Sunlight: Partial to full shade

Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist, but not soggy

Gardening does not have to be complicated, and growing beautiful flowers is an excellent way to dive into the hobby. Whether you have a small balcony, a sunny garden bed, or a shaded area, there are flowers on this list that will thrive with minimal effort. By starting with easy-to-grow options like marigolds, zinnias, sunflowers, and others, you will not only gain confidence as a gardener but also enjoy the colorful and fragrant blooms that brighten up your outdoor space. Happy gardening!

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