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Snowdrops are among the earliest garden flowers to blossom in the spring. Celebrated as a sign of spring, snowdrops can form impressive carpets of white in areas where they are native or have been naturalized.  All species of Galanthus are perennial, herbaceous plants which grow from bulbs.

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A daffodil is a daffodil, whether it announces spring with robust 5-inch flowers or heralds the season with cheery miniature blooms spanning a perky two inches or less in width. The miniature daffodils that are most typically available are charming, nearly carefree additions for any small area that needs touches of bright color. Like their larger relatives, miniature daffodils are troubled by very few pests because they’re toxic to most insects, and rabbits and deer turn their noses up at them. Perfect for the beginning gardener, these little beauties usually bloom between March and May and will brighten your garden for years to come.

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Sweet peas are climbing plants that bear clusters of flowers in a wide variety of colors including red, pink, blue, white and lavender. The stems appear folded and the flowers resemble fringed butterflies. The old-fashioned varieties were selected for their vibrant colors and intense fragrance. Many modern cultivars are on the market offering sweet peas in almost every color except yellow, but not all of the newer Sweet pea varieties are fragrant. They have a long season of bloom and make excellent cut flowers.

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Lily of the Valley is a popular plant, grown for its scented flowers and for its ground-covering abilities in shady locations.  Convallaria majalis is an herbaceous perennial plant that forms extensive colonies by spreading underground stems called rhizomes. New upright shoots are formed at the ends of stolons in summer, these upright dormant stems are often called pips.These grow in the spring into new leafy shoots that still remain connected to the other shoots under ground, often forming extensive colonies.

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The rose is the emblem of England and the national flower of the United States. It is the official flower of New York state; the wild rose, of Iowa; the prairie rose, of North Dakota; and the American Beauty, of the District of Columbia. Practical uses of roses, besides their importance as a source of perfume, include a delicate-flavored jelly made from the fruits, called rose hips, of some wild species. Thorny rambling roses, such as the Oriental multiflora rose, are much used as hedge and erosion control plants in agriculture, highway landscaping, and wildlife preserves. 

Larkspur is basically an annual version of delphinium, an all-time favorite perennial. Larkspur produces lovely spikes of blue, purple, pink, or white flowers in spring and summer. They look best clustered in small patches.  It is a  cool-season annual.  Larkspur is so easy to grow that it often self seeds in the garden, coming back year after year. Plant larkspur from seed directly in the garden in early spring. Larkspur doesn't like to be transplanted. It prefers rich, well-drained soil and ample water.  The pale and dark blues of larkspur are some of the prettiest you'll find in the garden, they come with little effort and make a beautiful cut flower

The gladiolus is a beautiful flower that comes in a rainbow of colors. Gladioli are extremely popular both because they add a gorgeous splash of color to any flower arrangement and because they are easy to cultivate even for "brown thumbs." Gladioli grow from bulbs called corms. These must be dug up if you live in a cold climate. They produce large spikes of flowers that are beautiful and vibrant, and are great for flower arrangements or landscaping.

Perennial Aster flowers grow well in average soils, but needs full sun. Aster flowers come in blues, purples and a variety of pinks. All Asters are yellow in the center of the flower. They are daisy-like in appearance, even though they are a member of the sunflower family. 
Great fall color or cut flower.