The warmer season is quickly approaching, so what better time than now to start thinking about how you want your garden to look this spring? Planting colorful flowers around your home can make a world of difference. Not only are they pretty to admire, but some varieties, like lavender, give off beautiful scents, while others, including Easter bonnets, attract butterflies. To create a vibrant botanical oasis, all you need are some seeds and a dash of imagination. Ahead, we take a look at 25 flowers that can help add a pop of color to any outdoor space.

This flowering shrub typically grows between 3 and 9 feet and is found in many different parts of the world. Its color ranges from pale pink to light blue, depending on the soil's pH levels.

The iris is a perennial plant known for its long stems and asymmetrical petals.

Is there anything prettier than a field full of sunflowers? Domesticated in North America and Mexico thousands of years ago, the sunflower is Ukraine's national flower and Kansas's state flower.

Cute and dainty, the daisy usually blooms from early to mid-summer.

Bright and vibrant, the daffodil is commonly known as the 10th wedding anniversary flower.

This striking flower, which features deep purples and pink petals, gets its name from its unique shape, which resembles a bleeding heart.

A native of South and Central America, the nasturtium is edible and often used in salads, stir frys, and countless other sweet and savory dishes.

This gorgeous flower has uniquely-shaped petals and is native to several countries, including Italy, Tunisia, Libya, and Morocco.

A popular perennial plant, the dahlia comes in many stunning colors, including lavender, orange, and yellow.

Created by William Radler, an amateur rose breeder in Wisconsin, the knockout rose is a breathtaking type of flower that grows up to 4 feet in height.

Also known as violet or viola, the pansy does best in sunny or partially sunny areas with well-draining soil.

The tulip is a common perennial plant that typically blooms in the springtime. The Netherlands is one of the biggest producers of plant’s bulbs.

Dutch flower breeders developed this beautiful hybrid rose hundreds of years ago. These roses can reach up to 6 feet tall and are usually pink in color.

If you’re looking for a flower that’s a bit more unexpected, then plant a few eryngiums in your garden. Spindly, spiky, and icy blue, this distinctive shrub also goes by the name sea holly.

Graceful and fragrant, lavender has many different uses—it is often planted in gardens, used to flavor honey, arranged in dried bouquets, and harvested for its oil.

Transform your garden into a botanical masterpiece by planting a few patches of rhododendrons in it.

Carnations, which often appear in bouquets and floral arrangements, also makes a welcome addition to any outdoor area.

Native to subtropical and tropical climates, this dazzling flower can grow up to 2 feet tall. Begonias do best when planted 12 inches apart from each other.

This 12-petaled flower, which comes in a wide range of rich colors, is perfect for planting if you have a garden that gets full sun and plenty of water. Zinnias are also exceptionally resilient—they can withstand high temperatures, which is great news if you live in a particularly hot place.

Ranunculus, which you may know better by the name buttercup, is a type of flowering plant that lasts throughout the spring and summer.

What’s more beautiful than a ground cloaked in poppies? These orange blooms are drought-tolerant and often pop up in California, Arizona, and New Mexico.

Easter bonnets are the perfect pollinator plants. Not only are they lovely to look at, but they also attract bees and butterflies with their sweet scent.

Also known as the bachelor’s button, the cornflower is a plant native to Europe but can be found throughout North America. These old-fashioned flowers often appear along roadsides and fields but can also easily be grown in home gardens, too.

Lively and long-lasting, globe amaranths are native to Central America and work wonderfully in bouquets.

The daylily, most known for its long petals, can climb up to 4 feet high. Even though “lily” is in its name, this plant isn’t considered a true lily.