Blue flowers are some of the most striking plants around the garden and just add a splash of color range for each. Plant them in a cluster of all blue or mix them with other flowers for a rainbow of colors.
When planting flowers, it is important to remember to plant follow the instructions on the label for. Always buy plants that in the conditions under which you intend to grow, they thrive. A plant that loves sun does not do well in a shady area and you will only be disappointed with the results.
Planning your garden to be aware of the case, the heyday of the flowers. Planting various shrubs bloom times near each other with a garden that has blooms all season to assure long. Remember also to plan for the height of the plants by the larger ones in the back.
Below is a list of the most popular blue flowering plants that you might consider for your garden:
Polemonuim, Blue Pearl – A compact plant with deep sky blue> Flowers, grows to 10 It blooms in late spring to early summer. Plant in partial shade and in well-drained soil.
Blue Sea Holly – This dramatic plant has a lavender blue cone like flower with long petals added. It grows to 30 "and is a favorite for dried flower bouquets. Plant in full sun – blooms mid to late summer.
Delphinium, Butterfly Blue – Bright blue delicate flowers adorn this plant blooms in summer that the top / middle. It reached 10 high "and drawsa sunny location with rich moist soil.
Campanula, Blue Carpet – Bright blue to lilac colored flowers bloom for weeks in the middle of summer. This low-growing shrub grows to 4 "and prefers well drained soil with full sun.
Penstemon, Blue Buckle – This plant has tubular flowers blue to purple and flowers in midsummer to early autumn. It grows to 15 "and likes well drained soil with full or partially
Hydrangea, Nikko Blue – Gigantic clumps of blueFlowers adorn this shrub for most of the summer. In that case, turn the flowers with a golden color. This plant is a new breed, fertile soil, but prefers to grow in the shade, partial sun or full sun.
Vinca – Medium blue flowers and glossy green leaves form a carpet that grows up to over 6 "and blooms in mid spring. This plant will grow in most soil conditions, in the shade or sun.
Ajuga, Bronze Beauty – This short bushy plant has spikes of blue flowersthat is growing rapidly. Great as a ground cover or in raised beds. It blooms in spring and prefers a shady area.
Scabiosa, Butterfly Blue – a bushy perennial with lavender blue flowers bloom, that June to October. This plant loves full sun and attracts butterflies and hummingbirds.
Verbena, Babylon Blue – Blue-purple flowers petals adorn this plant that spring blooms in spring. Great for window boxes and planters.
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