Brighten Your Beds: The Best Spring Flowers to Plant in Ohio

There’s nothing quite like seeing the first blooms of spring to make your yard come alive after a long winter. Whether you're creating fresh flower beds or adding a splash of color to existing landscapes, planting the right flowers in early spring can give you beautiful results all season long.

At Lawn Harmony Landscaping LLC, we help homeowners across Ohio design vibrant, low-maintenance flower beds that thrive in our unique climate. If you’re ready to add color and curb appeal to your yard, here are some of the best spring flowers to plant right now.

🌸 1. Pansies

Why we love them: Pansies are one of the hardiest spring flowers, capable of withstanding late frosts and chilly mornings. They come in dozens of color combinations and bloom beautifully in containers, beds, or borders.

Plant in: March–April Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade Bonus: Great for early spring color before summer annuals kick in.

🌼 2. Daffodils

Why we love them: Bright yellow daffodils are a classic sign that spring has arrived. These perennial bulbs come back year after year and are perfect for naturalizing along borders or around trees.

Plant in: (Fall for spring bloom) – but available in pots for spring planting Sunlight: Full sun to light shade Bonus: Deer tend to avoid them!

🌷 3. Tulips

Why we love them: Tulips offer bold color and elegant shape. While typically planted in fall for spring bloom, potted tulips can still be added to beds in early spring for immediate impact.

Plant in: (Fall for bulbs) or early spring in containers Sunlight: Full sun Bonus: Mix different varieties for a layered bloom period and vibrant display.

💜 4. Creeping Phlox

Why we love them: This low-growing ground cover spreads beautifully across beds and walls, creating a carpet of pink, purple, or white flowers in early spring. Perfect for slopes, borders, or rock gardens.

Plant in: March–May Sunlight: Full sun Bonus: Attracts pollinators and requires very little maintenance.

🌷 5. Hyacinths

Why we love them: Hyacinths offer both fragrance and beauty. Their upright blooms and pastel colors make them perfect for front-of-bed placements and container gardening.

Plant in: (Fall for bulbs) or early spring potted Sunlight: Full sun Bonus: Smells amazing and adds a burst of color and charm.

🌺 6. Dianthus (Pinks)

Why we love them: Dianthus is a cool-weather bloomer that thrives in Ohio’s spring temperatures. It produces small, frilly flowers in shades of pink, red, and white.

Plant in: April–May Sunlight: Full sun Bonus: Long blooming and lightly fragrant.

🌷 Pro Tip for your Flowers: Layer Your Bloom Times

For continuous color, mix early bloomers (like pansies and daffodils) with mid-to-late spring varieties like dianthus and creeping phlox. This creates a rolling wave of color from March through June.

Need Help Designing or Planting Your Beds?

At Lawn Harmony Landscaping LLC, we don’t just mow lawns—we create full, harmonious outdoor spaces. Whether you want us to plant your spring flowers or design a full-season bed with low-maintenance color, we’re here to help.

We offer:

✅ Custom flower bed design & installation

✅ Mulch & bed prep

✅ Seasonal plant recommendations

✅ Ongoing bed maintenance options

Ready to bring your yard to life?📞 Call or text: 614-425-9789📧 Email: LawnHarmonyOhio@gmail.com🌐 Visit: LawnHarmonyLLC.com👍 Follow us: facebook.com/LawnHarmonyLLC

Let’s create a landscape that blooms beautifully this spring—and every season after.