Selection of early-blooming perennials

Finally! Spring is poking its head out, and with it comes the long-awaited show of the first flowers. Our selection of early-blooming perennials is specially chosen to burst with colour as soon as the snow melts, adding life and cheer to your still-sleepy garden beds. These hardy beauties are perfect for our climate here and return year after year, heralding the return of the growing season!

Why choose our early perennials?

• Instant colour: they are among the first to bloom, chasing away the winter greys.
• Adapted for Quebec: selected for their hardiness and ability to perform well in our conditions.
• Reliable yearly return: invest once for years of spring blooms.
• Attract pollinators: provide an essential early food source for bees and other garden friends.
• Wide selection: discover a beautiful variety of shapes, colours, and heights for every taste.

Examples of perennials you might find

Our selection is constantly changing based on arrivals and the season. You might discover spring classics such as:

• Creeping Phlox (Phlox subulata): forms dense, colourful mats.
• Primroses (Primula): bright and cheerful colours.
• Bleeding Hearts (Dicentra): elegance and charm with their unique flowers.
• Lungwort (Pulmonaria): attractive foliage and delicate flowers.
• Ajuga (Bugleweed): excellent ground cover with flower spikes.
• And many other early wonders!

Planting and care tips

These perennials are generally easy to grow!

• Location: choose a spot suited to the plant's specific needs (sun, part shade), often indicated on the tag.
• Soil: well-drained soil is preferable for most. Amend with compost as needed.
• Watering: water well after planting and regularly during the first year, especially in dry periods.
• Maintenance: remove spent flowers if desired and clean up dead foliage in late fall or early spring.

Ready to add colour to your spring? Stop by to see our wide selection of early-blooming perennials at your participating Botanix store. Get inspired by the beauties available this week!

Note: The selection of varieties may vary between garden centres and depending on arrivals.