{"id":7615,"date":"2023-11-02T14:50:07","date_gmt":"2023-11-02T14:50:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/?p=7615"},"modified":"2026-09-21T18:47:28","modified_gmt":"2026-09-21T18:47:28","slug":"winter-flowers-that-bloom-in-the-cold","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/winter-flowers-that-bloom-in-the-cold\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Winter Flowers that Bloom in the Cold"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes has-medium-font-size\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Key takeaways<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>\u2022 <strong>Cold-hardy color:<\/strong> Snowdrops, Christmas roses, camellias, and witch hazel bloom in the cold and keep color in your yard all winter.<br>\u2022 <strong>Zone and timing matter:<\/strong> Match each plant to your USDA hardiness zone and plant most winter bloomers in fall.<br>\u2022 <strong>Easy and fragrant:<\/strong> Many winter flowers are low-maintenance and fragrant, and some, like pansies, work well in containers and borders.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><p _hash=\"Cgvhgn\">Winter flowers that bloom in the cold prove your yard doesn&#8217;t have to go gray once the temperature drops. From snowdrops pushing through frost to fragrant camellias and cheerful daffodils, these plants bring reds, pinks, and sunny yellows to the winter garden.<\/p><\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><p _hash=\"I0nPFr\">Below are 10 winter flowers that thrive in the cold, with the plant type, hardiness zone, light, and bloom season for each. You&#8217;ll also find simple growing tips and answers to common winter-flower questions. Lawn Love&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/signup-web.lawnlove.com\/cart\/contact-info?intent=flowerBedWeeding\">flower bed weeding<\/a> service keeps beds tidy so your winter blooms stand out.<\/p><\/p>   <div class=\"wp-block-ub-table-of-contents-block ub_table-of-contents\" id=\"ub_table-of-contents-95b6691c-b8c8-4f9b-9e77-49f9f85bbb68\" data-linktodivider=\"false\" data-showtext=\"show\" data-hidetext=\"hide\" data-scrolltype=\"auto\" data-enablesmoothscroll=\"false\" data-initiallyhideonmobile=\"false\" data-initiallyshow=\"true\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header-container\" style=\"\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header\" style=\"text-align: left; \"> \t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-title\" style=\"\">In this article:<\/div> \t\t\t\t \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-extra-container\" style=\"\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-container ub_table-of-contents-1-column\"> \t\t\t\t<ul style=\"\"><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/winter-flowers-that-bloom-in-the-cold\/#0-what-are-winter-flowers\" style=\"\">What are winter flowers<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/winter-flowers-that-bloom-in-the-cold\/#1-10-winter-flowers-that-bloom-in-the-cold\" style=\"\">10 winter flowers that bloom in the cold<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/winter-flowers-that-bloom-in-the-cold\/#12-how-to-grow-flowers-that-bloom-in-the-cold\" style=\"\">How to grow flowers that bloom in the cold<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/winter-flowers-that-bloom-in-the-cold\/#13-faqs\" style=\"\">FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul> \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><\/div>   <h2 id=\"0-what-are-winter-flowers\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"what-are-winter-flowers\">What are winter flowers<\/span><\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Winter flowers have adapted to bloom in the cold to avoid competition for pollinators and sunlight, says <a href=\"https:\/\/extension.illinois.edu\/staff\/sarah-vogel\">Sarah Vogel<\/a>, horticulture and natural resources extension educator at the University of Illinois.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cWinter and very early spring bloomers often have specialized adaptations, such as cold-tolerant flower tissue and the ability to pause and resume bloom during temperature fluctuations.\u201d <\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When other plants are dormant, they\u2019ll bloom and add color to your yard.<\/p>    <h2 id=\"1-10-winter-flowers-that-bloom-in-the-cold\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"10-winter-flowers-that-bloom-in-the-cold\">10 winter flowers that bloom in the cold<\/span><\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><p _hash=\"0z7gLf\">These 10 flowers bloom in the cold and shrug off frost: Algerian iris, camellia, Christmas roses, cyclamen, daffodil, pansy, snowdrop, winter daphne, winter jasmine, and witch hazel. Each one pairs cold-hardiness with color, and many add fragrance too.<\/p><\/p>    <h3 id=\"2-1-algerian-iris-iris-unguicularis-\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"1-algerian-iris-iris-unguicularis\">1. Algerian iris (<em>Iris unguicularis<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Winter-Iris.jpg\" alt=\"Blooming Algerian iris\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Algerian iris adds beautiful color in late winter. Photo Credit: Beverly Buckley | <a href=\"https:\/\/pixabay.com\/de\/photos\/iris-lila-blume-winter-pflanze-2843580\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Pixabay<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><p _hash=\"cXBLob\">These lovely lilac-colored blooms will turn any gray, murky yard into a cozy, beautiful garden. Place this flowering plant near walkways or patios where it can be admired when its fragrant, delicate flowers appear in late winter.<\/p><\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><p _hash=\"Pfr9iB\">Cut the Algerian iris&#8217;s stalk and feature the flower in your favorite vase to bring life back to your freezing hallways. Place this beautiful bouquet in a high-traffic hallway so everyone can enjoy its sweet scent.<\/p><\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Plant details<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Algerian iris<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Plant type<\/td><td>Bulb, perennial<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>USDA Hardiness Zone<\/td><td>7-9<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Flower color<\/td><td>Gold, yellow, purple, lavender<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Flower bloom season<\/td><td>Winter, spring<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Attracts<\/td><td>Butterflies, hummingbirds, pollinators<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Fragrant<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Maintenance<\/td><td>Low<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Light<\/td><td>Full sun, partial shade<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Soil texture<\/td><td>Clay, loam, sand<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Soil pH<\/td><td>Alkaline, neutral<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Soil drainage<\/td><td>Good, moist<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <h3 id=\"3-2-camellia-camellia-japonica-\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"2-camellia-camellia-japonica\">2. Camellia (<em>Camellia japonica<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/camellia-Pixabay-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Blooming pink camellia\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Camellia grows best in milder winter climates. Photo Credit: Hyejin Lee | <a href=\"https:\/\/pixabay.com\/de\/photos\/kamelie-rosa-blumen-str%C3%A4ucher-5071019\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Pixabay<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><p _hash=\"DrtbvS\">Camellias are famous for their magnificent blooms. These evergreen shrubs feature thick, serrated, glossy leaves throughout the year, and surprise us with their breathtaking, often <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/plants.ces.ncsu.edu\/plants\/camellia-japonica\/\">brightly colored flowers<\/a> as temperatures drop. <\/p><\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><p _hash=\"DrtbvS\">These shrubs can grow between 10 and 13 feet tall, making them quite the spectacle in your winter wonderland.<\/p><\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><p _hash=\"DrtbvS\">Vogel, based in Illinois, says that, from our list, camellia is the trickiest to grow for many Midwestern homeowners.<\/p><\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><p _hash=\"DrtbvS\">\u201cIt performs best in milder climates and can struggle with winter injury outside its preferred Zone 7-9.\u201d<\/p><\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Plant details<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Camellia<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Plant type<\/td><td>Shrub<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>USDA Hardiness Zone<\/td><td>7-9<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Flower color<\/td><td>Gold, yellow, pink, red, burgundy, white, variegated<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Flower bloom season<\/td><td>Winter, spring<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Attracts<\/td><td>Pollinators, songbirds<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Fragrant<\/td><td>No<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Maintenance<\/td><td>High<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Light<\/td><td>Partial shade<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Soil texture<\/td><td>High organic matter<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Soil pH<\/td><td>Acid<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Soil drainage<\/td><td>Good, moist, occasionally wet<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <h3 id=\"4-3-christmas-roses-helleborus-\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"3-christmas-roses-helleborus\">3. Christmas roses (<em>Helleborus<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Helleborus.jpg\" alt=\"red Christmas roses flower\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Christmas roses are appropriately named since they bloom in late winter, around Christmas. Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/nestmaker\/4439858728\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Megan Hansen<\/a> | Flickr | <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/2.0\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY-SA 2.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><p _hash=\"vp0UQp\">If your shade garden is looking a little lonely throughout the winter months, consider growing <em>Helleborus<\/em>. These low-maintenance <a href=\"https:\/\/plants.ces.ncsu.edu\/plants\/helleborus\/\">herbaceous perennials<\/a> belong to the buttercup family and include many species. Their flowers range in color from white, cream, green, pink, to purple and red.<\/p><\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><p _hash=\"GE6izC\">Christmas roses (<em>Helleborus niger<\/em>) are very popular for their colorful flowers that bloom in mid to late winter, around Christmas.<\/p><\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want to stretch the color later into the season, plant the Lenten rose (<em>Helleborus orientalis<\/em>), which blooms from late winter into spring. Vogel recommends it for the broadest range of gardeners: it has a long-lasting bloom, attractive green foliage, performs well in shaded gardens, and is generally low-maintenance once established. <\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Plant details<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Christmas roses<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Plant type<\/td><td>Herbaceous perennial, perennial<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>USDA Hardiness Zone<\/td><td>5-8<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Flower color<\/td><td>Cream, tan, green, pink, purple, lavender, red, burgundy, white<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Flower bloom season<\/td><td>Winter, spring<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Fragrant<\/td><td>No<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Maintenance<\/td><td>Low<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Light<\/td><td>Partial shade<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Soil texture<\/td><td>High organic matter, loam<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Soil pH<\/td><td>Alkaline, neutral<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Soil drainage<\/td><td>Good<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <h3 id=\"5-4-cyclamen-cyclamen-\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"4-cyclamen-cyclamen\">4. Cyclamen (<em>Cyclamen<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/cyclamen-pixabay.jpg\" alt=\"Blooming cyclamen\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Cyclamen bloom from fall to spring. Photo Credit: Armennano | <a href=\"https:\/\/pixabay.com\/de\/photos\/cyclamen-blossom-nature-flower-3659141\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Pixabay<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><p _hash=\"SxRpzr\">These vibrant pink and red flowers are a real joy when blooms become a scarce delight in the winter. You can even enjoy them as houseplants. Their delicate petals are under an inch tall on top of long, fragile stems.<\/p><\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><p _hash=\"XwBAT2\">Cyclamen may seem weak from its <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/plants.ces.ncsu.edu\/plants\/cyclamen\/\">dainty-looking blooms<\/a>, but it&#8217;s actually a tough tuberous perennial that blooms from fall to spring. Cold-hardy species shrug off temperatures well below freezing.<\/p><\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Plant details<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Cyclamen<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Plant type<\/td><td>Bulb<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>USDA Hardiness Zone<\/td><td>4-11<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Flower color<\/td><td>Pink, purple, lavender, red, burgundy, white<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Flower bloom season<\/td><td>Fall, winter, spring<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Attracts<\/td><td>Bees<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Fragrant<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Maintenance<\/td><td>Medium<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Light<\/td><td>Partial shade<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Soil texture<\/td><td>Loam<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Soil pH<\/td><td>Acid, neutral<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Soil drainage<\/td><td>Good<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <h3 id=\"6-5-daffodil-narcissus-\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"5-daffodil-narcissus\">5. Daffodil (<em>Narcissus<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/daffodil-pixabay.jpg\" alt=\"Blooming yellow daffodils\" style=\"width:733px;height:auto\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Yellow daffodils can bring your flower beds and rock gardens alive in winter. Photo Credit: Mabel Amber | <a href=\"https:\/\/pixabay.com\/de\/photos\/narzisse-blume-pflanze-bauchige-3349706\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Pixabay<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><p _hash=\"7XPPhh\">When these trumpets pop up from the snow, you know warmer temperatures are on the way. These bright-colored flowers with their fun petal shapes put spring in all our minds as we scrape morning frost off the car or slip on an extra pair of wool socks.<\/p><\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><p _hash=\"SknpBj\">These fast-growing, fragrant perennials are great to use in <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/plants.ces.ncsu.edu\/plants\/narcissus\/\">flower beds<\/a>, rock gardens, and as borders or ground covers.<\/p><\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Plant details<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Daffodil<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Plant type<\/td><td>Bulb, ground cover, perennial, poisonous<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>USDA Hardiness Zone<\/td><td>4-8<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Flower color<\/td><td>Gold, yellow, orange, pink, white, variegated<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Flower bloom season<\/td><td>Winter, spring<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Fragrant<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Maintenance<\/td><td>Low, medium, high<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Light<\/td><td>Full sun, partial shade<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Soil texture<\/td><td>Clay, high organic matter, loam, sand<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Soil pH<\/td><td>Acid<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Soil drainage<\/td><td>Good<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Purple-Horned-pansy-Viola-cornuta.jpg\" alt=\"Purple Horned pansy (Viola cornuta)\" class=\"wp-image-17006\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Purple-Horned-pansy-Viola-cornuta.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Purple-Horned-pansy-Viola-cornuta-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Purple-Horned-pansy-Viola-cornuta-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Purple-Horned-pansy-Viola-cornuta-510x382.jpg 510w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Purple-Horned-pansy-Viola-cornuta-610x458.jpg 610w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Pansies bring bright shades of blue, yellow, purple, and red into your landscaping. Galina Sandalova | Canva Pro | License<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <h3 id=\"7-6-pansy-viola-x-wittrockiana-\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"6-pansy-viola-x-wittrockiana\">6. Pansy (<em>Viola x wittrockiana<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><p _hash=\"oH8A1e\">Pansies are a semi-evergreen annual in the <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/plants.ces.ncsu.edu\/plants\/viola-x-wittrockiana\/\">violet family<\/a> that thrives in cool weather. Plant them in fall for winter and early spring blooms, and deadhead the spent flowers to extend the show.<\/p><\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><p _hash=\"dqYeUU\">These dazzling flowers liven up your garden by bringing bright shades of blue, yellow, purple, and red into your landscaping. These colorful flowers are also edible, making them excellent garnishes.<\/p><\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Plant details<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Pansy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Plant type<\/td><td>Annual<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>USDA Hardiness Zone<\/td><td>6-10<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Flower color<\/td><td>Blue, gold, yellow, purple, lavender, red, burgundy, white<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Flower bloom season<\/td><td>Fall, winter, spring<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Attracts<\/td><td>Butterflies<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Fragrant<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Maintenance<\/td><td>Medium<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Light<\/td><td>Full sun, partial shade<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Soil texture<\/td><td>Clay, high organic matter, loam, sand<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Soil pH<\/td><td>Acid, alkaline, neutral<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Soil drainage<\/td><td>Good, moist<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <h3 id=\"8-7-snowdrop-galanthus-elwesii-\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"7-snowdrop-galanthus-elwesii\">7. Snowdrop (<em>Galanthus elwesii<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Snowdrops-winter-pixabay.jpg\" alt=\"Snowdrops blooming in winter\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Snowdrops pop up through the snow. Photo Credit: Sunflair | <a href=\"https:\/\/pixabay.com\/de\/photos\/fr%C3%BChling-schneegl%C3%B6ckchen-blume-1166564\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Pixabay<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><p _hash=\"BUWv0l\">An early sign of spring, snowdrops are typically among the first winter bloomers to burst through the earth&#8217;s soil. These dainty <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/plants.ces.ncsu.edu\/plants\/galanthus-elwesii\/\">white flowers<\/a> create a striking, dense bloom that multiplies through spreading bulbs.<\/p><\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><p _hash=\"4hQtQp\">These perennial flowers survive the cold weather in even the coldest of regions, making them a must for any gardener looking to keep their garden alive in the dead of winter.<\/p><\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Plant details<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Snowdrop<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Plant type<\/td><td>Bulb, perennial<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>USDA Hardiness Zone<\/td><td>4-7<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Flower color<\/td><td>Green, white<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Flower bloom season<\/td><td>Winter, spring<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Attracts<\/td><td>Bees<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Fragrant<\/td><td>No<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Maintenance<\/td><td>Low<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Light<\/td><td>Full sun, partial shade<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Soil texture<\/td><td>Clay, high organic matter<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Soil pH<\/td><td>Acid, alkaline, neutral<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Soil drainage<\/td><td>Good, moist, occasionally wet<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <h3 id=\"9-8-winter-daphne-daphne-odora-\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"8-winter-daphne-daphne-odora\">8. Winter daphne (<em>Daphne odora<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Winter-Daphne.jpg\" alt=\"closeup of Winter Daphne flower\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Winter daphne&#8217;s pink, lavender, or white blooms attract pollinators in winter. Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/briweldon\/5169445261\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bri Weldon<\/a> | Flickr | <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY 2.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><p _hash=\"FvrIlO\">The pale pink flowers of this evergreen give off a gentle, sweet, spicy scent. Butterflies are attracted to the nectar of this winter-blooming shrub. It&#8217;s a great option for climates that often go back and forth from warm days to cold days.<\/p><\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><p _hash=\"gw1I4r\">This plant brightens any winter landscape with showy flowers blooming in pink, lavender, or white in mid-to-late winter. Winter daphne prefers well-drained soils and shelter from harsh winter wind.<\/p><\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Plant details<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Winter daphne<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Plant type<\/td><td>Shrub, poisonous<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>USDA Hardiness Zone<\/td><td>7-9<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Flower color<\/td><td>Pink, purple, lavender, white<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Flower bloom season<\/td><td>Winter, spring<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Attracts<\/td><td>Bees, butterflies, moths, pollinators<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Fragrant<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Maintenance<\/td><td>Low<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Light<\/td><td>Full sun, partial shade<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Soil texture<\/td><td>High organic matter, loam<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Soil pH<\/td><td>Acid, alkaline, neutral<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Soil drainage<\/td><td>Good, moist, occasionally dry<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <h3 id=\"10-9-winter-jasmine-jasminum-nudiflorum-\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"9-winter-jasmine-jasminum-nudiflorum\">9. Winter jasmine (<em>Jasminum nudiflorum<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Winter-Jasmine-Pixabay.jpg\" alt=\"Blooming winter jasmine\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Yellow winter jasmine flowers stand out in the snow. Photo Credit: Myfriso | <a href=\"https:\/\/pixabay.com\/de\/photos\/jasmin-winter-eis-blume-schnee-252640\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Pixabay<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><p _hash=\"08owMl\">Beat the winter gloom with budding winter jasmine. These shrubs burst with bright yellow flowers in the winter and are favored by gardeners for their low-maintenance care.<\/p><\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><p _hash=\"g82WxB\">While most jasmine flowers feature beautiful scents, you won&#8217;t be smelling these winter jasmine anytime soon. Unlike the rest of their family, winter jasmines aren&#8217;t fragrant flowers.<\/p><\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Plant details<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Winter jasmine<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Plant type<\/td><td>Ground cover, shrub, vine<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>USDA Hardiness Zone<\/td><td>6-10<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Flower color<\/td><td>Gold, yellow<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Flower bloom season<\/td><td>Winter, spring<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Fragrant<\/td><td>No<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Maintenance<\/td><td>Low<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Light<\/td><td>Full sun, partial shade<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Soil texture<\/td><td>Clay, loam, sand<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Soil pH<\/td><td>Acid, alkaline, neutral<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Soil drainage<\/td><td>Good, moist<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <h3 id=\"11-10-witch-hazel-hamamelis-mollis-\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"10-witch-hazel-hamamelis-mollis\">10. Witch hazel (<em>Hamamelis mollis<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Witch-hazel-2.jpg\" alt=\"yellow colored witch hazel plant\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Witch hazel adds colorful, textured, fragrant blooms in winter. Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/pxhere.com\/en\/photo\/678624\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pxhere<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><p _hash=\"tNA7WU\">\u201cWitch hazel is great for seasonal interest when nothing else is blooming,\u201d Vogel says. \u201cTheir fragrant blooms can provide flowers during winter or very early spring.\u201d <\/p><\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><p _hash=\"tNA7WU\">Witch hazel is popular for its low-maintenance, attractively textured blooms, and high resistance to pests and disease. Its sweet fragrance cuts through the crisp cold air, giving your nose quite the delight as you step outdoors.<\/p><\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><p _hash=\"quHgdj\">These deciduous trees are also known for their medicinal and cosmetic properties. It&#8217;s most popular as a topical botanical and has been used as an anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and radiation-protectant. Many popular skin care products also use <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/extension.psu.edu\/programs\/master-gardener\/counties\/adams\/news\/witch-hazel-a-bright-spot-in-the-winter-landscape\">witch hazel<\/a>.<\/p><\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Plant details<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Witch hazel<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Plant type<\/td><td>Shrub, tree<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>USDA Hardiness Zone<\/td><td>5-8<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Flower color<\/td><td>Brown, copper, gold, yellow<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Flower bloom season<\/td><td>Winter, spring<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Attracts<\/td><td>Small mammals, songbirds<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Fragrant<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Maintenance<\/td><td>Low<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Light<\/td><td>Full sun, partial shade<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Soil texture<\/td><td>High organic matter<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Soil pH<\/td><td>Acid<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Soil drainage<\/td><td>Good, moist, occasionally wet<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><p _hash=\"7sakab\"><strong>Read more:<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/flowering-shrubs-for-your-landscape\/\"> 8 Flowering Shrubs That Will Make Your Landscape Pop<\/a><\/p><\/p>    <h2 id=\"12-how-to-grow-flowers-that-bloom-in-the-cold\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"how-to-grow-flowers-that-bloom-in-the-cold\">How to grow flowers that bloom in the cold<\/span><\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Growing winter flowers comes down to a few basics. Start by matching each plant to your USDA <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/plant-hardiness-zones-and-your-yard\/\">hardiness zone<\/a> so it can handle your coldest nights.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Vogel says hardiness zone is a good starting point, but you also need to consider planting conditions such as soil drainage, sun exposure, wind exposure, snow cover, and freeze-thaw cycles.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cThe biggest surprise is that winter bloomers are often more sensitive to site conditions than to cold itself,\u201d Vogel says.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One thing to pay extra attention to is how well the water drains.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cGood drainage is critical because wet soils can be more damaging than low temperatures.\u201d<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Plant most winter bloomers in fall, while the soil is still warm, so their roots settle in before hard freezes.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Give each flower the light and soil it prefers, and add a layer of mulch to protect roots and hold moisture. A little planning in fall keeps your beds colorful through the coldest months.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><p _hash=\"ay4R0m\"><strong>Read more:<\/strong><\/p><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><p _hash=\"EFtr00\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-bulbs-to-plant-fall\/\">10 Best Bulbs to Plant in Fall<\/a><\/p><\/li>    <li><p _hash=\"XnGPyb\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/tips-for-planting-perennials\/\">Tips for Planting Perennials<\/a><\/p><\/li> <\/ul>    <h2 id=\"13-faqs\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"faqs\">FAQs<\/span><\/h2>    <div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-17899920177466997\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What is the most popular winter flower?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The snowdrop is by far the most popular winter flower. Valued for its showy white petals, even snow won&#8217;t scare off these blooms, making them a favorite among winter gardeners.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-17899920177466729\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What other types of plants do well during the winter?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Certain shrubs and trees tend to thrive during the colder months of the year.<br>\u2022 Holly<br>\u2022 Red twig dogwood<br>\u2022 Agave<br>\u2022 Sarcococca confusa<br>\u2022 Skimmia japonica<br>\u2022 Mahonia<br>\u2022 Juniper<br><br>Some vegetables and herbs also do well in the winter.<br>\u2022 Broccoli<br>\u2022 Kale<br>\u2022 Carrots<br>\u2022 Peas<br>\u2022 Chives<br>\u2022 Rosemary<br>\u2022 Oregano<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-17899920177469141\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What flowers bloom in January and February?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">In many regions, snowdrops, winter aconite, crocuses, hellebores, and early daffodils appear in January and February. In milder zones, pansies, camellias, and winter jasmine keep flowering through both months. Your exact timing depends on your hardiness zone and how harsh your winter runs.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-17899920177461493\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How do you landscape for winter?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Adding pops of color with the flowers above is a great place to start your <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/how-to-landscape-for-winter\/\">winter landscaping<\/a>. Continue with these ideas:<br>\u2022 <strong>Build a fire pit:<\/strong> There&#8217;s nothing better than the sound of a crackling fire on a cold winter night while roasting marshmallows.<br>\u2022 <strong>Design a year-round garden:<\/strong> Consider a Zen garden if you live somewhere too cold even for cold-weather flowers. A Zen garden can include bonsai trees, bamboo, rhododendrons, or ornamental grasses.<br>\u2022 <strong>Light things up:<\/strong> Everything seems more magical with a string of lights to add a glow to the evening.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>    <h2 id=\"14-ready-for-a-splash-of-color-this-winter\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"ready-for-a-splash-of-color-this-winter\">Ready for a splash of color this winter?<\/span><\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><p _hash=\"r42nzR\">When you want the perfect wintery landscape in your backyard, sometimes you need the advice of a professional. A gardener can help choose flowers that best accentuate your yard and determine where those flowers will flourish.<\/p><\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><p _hash=\"m94pFm\">Lawn Love&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/gardener\">local gardening pros<\/a> can help with landscaping design, installation, and maintenance so your winter garden looks its best.<\/p><\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><p _hash=\"PN4Neo\">Main image credit: Purple crocus in the snow | Efraimstochter | <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/pixabay.com\/de\/photos\/natur-blume-pflanze-saison-krokus-3243718\/\">Pixabay<\/a><\/p><\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Discover 10 winter flowers that bloom in the cold, from snowdrops to camellias, plus how to match them to your hardiness zone and when to plant them.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":63,"featured_media":7623,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_et_pb_use_builder":"off","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","fifu_image_url":"","fifu_image_alt":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[298],"tags":[132],"class_list":["post-7615","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-landscaping","tag-gardening"],"acf":[],"featured_image_src":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/rsz_nature-g76aaecb06_1280.jpg","author_info":{"display_name":"Amy Adams","author_link":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/author\/amy-adams\/"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7615","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/63"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=7615"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7615\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":49109,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7615\/revisions\/49109"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/7623"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=7615"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=7615"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=7615"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}