Blooming Value: Year-Round Color in Your Garden

It’s summer, and everyone is outside enjoying the beautiful weather—making it the perfect time to talk about landscaping. Quality landscaping often goes overlooked, but it can also increase your home's value by 10+% when done right. Not only does a well-maintained garden boost curb appeal, but it also enhances emotional well-being. Imagine coming home to a stunning garden every day—who wouldn’t want that?

By incorporating these plants into your garden, you’ll enjoy a vibrant and colorful landscape throughout the entire year. This not only enhances your living experience but also makes your property more attractive to potential buyers. If you're like me, you want to turn your garden into a year-round tapestry of color. By planning your garden with a mix of spring, summer, late summer, fall, and winter bloomers, you can ensure vibrant beauty throughout every season. Here are my top picks to have continuous color throughout the year:

SPRING

Peonies - Large, fragrant flowers that add a touch of elegance. Cut for bouquets, and your whole home will smell amazing. These also serve as a great science lesson for kids to learn about biological mutualism between ants and peony plants.

LATE SPRING/SUMMER

Bearded Iris - Known for their unique shapes and rich hues.

LATE SUMMER

Sedum (Stonecrop) - Succulent leaves and late-season pink blooms. Great ground cover option.

FALL

Chrysanthemums - Classic fall flowers available in many colors.

WINTER

Red Twig Dogwood - Striking red branches stand out against the snow and are great to use in winter display pots.

HONORABLE MENTION

Hydrangea - Long blooming time depending on variety and a MN classic. I love to also use these for cut floral bouquets for friends and around my home.

I believe in going the extra mile for each of my clients and friends — if you have any questions on landscaping, spending time in my garden is one of my favorite things to do and I would love to share any and all ideas I have to cultivate your outdoor space to its highest potential.

Happy Gardening!