Early Spring Garden Plants

When the first warm rays of spring sunshine make their way around, gardeners tend to get excited. If you simply cannot wait to get your garden started, take heart. There are many different plants that thrive when planted in early spring. 

Get Ready to Plant

Before you can get any of your new plants in the ground, you need to do some prep work. Clean up any debris that has been left behind by the snow and ice of winter. Rake and till your garden to bring up the fresh soil. Remove any guards or burlap sacks that you used to protect your plants during the winter.

Flower Options for Early Spring Gardens

Seta Rhododendrons

This is one of the first varieties of rhododendrons that bloom in the early spring. Seta rhododendron is an evergreen shrub that can grow to 5 feet in height. Its pink, bell-shaped flowers are known to bloom as early as February in some climates. Seta rhododendrons can make a great addition to a garden that gets a lot of direct sunlight.

King Edward VII Flowering Currant

This beautiful flower is known to bloom in January and February. It is characterized by bright reddish-pink flowers. There is another variation called the White Flowering Currant that blooms beautiful white flowers. One of the most charming aspects of the flowering currant is the fact that it attracts hummingbirds to your garden.

Vegetable Options for Early Spring Gardens

There are many different vegetables that can be planted in early spring. When planting early spring vegetables, you need to choose strong, hearty vegetables that can stand up to a late freeze and cold night temperatures. Some of the best early spring vegetable options for your garden include:

• Kale


• Garlic


• Beets


• Broccoli


• Brussel sprouts


• Cabbage


• Carrots


• Onions


• Peas


• Rhubarb