26. Purple Coneflower
via Atlantic Avenue Orchid & Garden
This plant belongs to the daisy family. It looks very much like a daisy with a large center surrounded by simple petals. Though these petals are purple, they actually droop a little which gives the flower its cone shape.
27. Alchemilla
This flower has a dark green foliage at the base. Then little yellow summer flowers sprout out of the green foliage to add an amazing burst of color.
28. Allium
This is a really fun flower. It looks like color pom poms. But the really cool thing is that you can grow this in a giant version and the rounded blooms will get to be huge.
29. Alstromeria
This flower is often times called the Peruvian Lily or Lily of the Incas. It looks like a traditional lily in shape but has a unique color variation that adds a beautiful color to any space.
30. Amaranth
These are subtle yet beautiful plants. They often grown along borders in flower gardens and are also great when used in dried flower arrangements.
31. Baby’s Breath
Have you ever gotten a dozen roses or even a single rose? Then you know what a great accent baby’s breath can be. I also love it because it lasts for a long time. It certainly outlives the rose that it accompanies.
32. Bird of Paradise
This is a very unique plant. It looks rather odd at first glance. Then once you examine it, you realize that the blooms actually resemble a bright colored bird sitting on the stem of a flower.
33. Calla Lilly
Calla Lilies are often used to decorate around Easter time or even as an accent in bouquets for special occasions such as weddings. So if you’d like a delicate flower to put a beautiful flower arrangement over the top, then you might want to consider growing these.
34. Campanula
This is a beautiful purple colored flower. It looks simple and delicate. Though it is usually referred to as the bell flower because of the unique shape of the flower. It actually looks like a tiny bell.
35. Carnation
My sister loves carnations. They are simple and come in so many different colors. They add beauty to your yard. Though they can also be cut and used to brighten the inside of your home in a fresh cut flower arrangement.
36. Chrysanthemum
You’ve probably heard of these flowers or their shorter name when they are simply called mums. They are great for decorating your outdoors during late summer and early fall. They add a lot of wonderful colors and beauty anywhere they are planted.
37. Cocks Comb
The way these flowers are shaped they do resemble a rooster’s comb. However, they come in many different colors and could certainly brighten up even the darkest of days.
38. Cosmos
I love cosmos. When you are little and draw pictures of a basic flower, you are probably drawing a picture of cosmos. At least that is what they remind me of. So if you want a basic colorful flower to add beauty to your yard, then you would probably love these.
39. Delphinium
These are beautifully shaped vertical flowers that add a lot of rich color. Most flowers grow vertically, but these stand straight and tall. They also demand attention as they have beautiful periwinkle and blue blooms.
40. Dianthus
This is a great little flower for flower beds. It is a small bushy plant that starts out with green foliage. Then tiny blooms of bright colors burst from the darker green. It adds a beautiful array of color and life to most flower gardens.
41. Didiscus
This flower is a rounded mound of smaller flowers. It comes in pastel colors like a light blue and a white color. But the many different blooms make up the whole flower.
42. Euphorbia
This is another green bushy plant that blooms. When it does, it can produce a variety of colors depending upon the plant. It would be a great addition to a walk way or flower garden.
43. Foxgloves
This is another beautifully designed vertical flower. These flowers stand straight and tall and demand attention as their blooms line up along the stem of the plant. They are very eye catching to say the least.
44. Freesia
Freesia can be as simple or complex as you like. Some people plant the bulbs in a variety of colors to add lots of color to their yards. Or you can take one color and turn it into a beautiful bouquet of flowers. It is all about preference and what use you would like to use them for.
45. Gardenia
Gardenias can come in many different varieties. You can plant them in a container as a bush. You can place them in the ground as a bush. You can even grow them as a tree in a container or in the ground. The beautiful white flowers look gorgeous in a classic way.
46. Genista
This is another beautiful flowering yellow bush. It would be great planted along a rocky area to add some color. It would also be great to be planted around a walkway to add color.
47. Ginger
I’m not talking about the spice. Instead there is a flower known as Flowering Ginger. It grows in a very erect fashion and produces a beautiful flower when in full bloom.
48. Gladiolus
This is another flower that is a bulb. They grow tall and erect, while also providing a beautiful array of color.
49. Heliconia
I use to have an artificial flower arrangement that included this type of flower. It looks very unique and modern. So if you want a modern look for your flower garden consider going with something along these lines.
50. Heather
The heather flower, also known as calluna, is a great ornamental flower. It would be great as an addition to other flowers. It has a more pastel color to it and small beaded blooms. This flower could really finish a look off.
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