Alphabetical Plant Listing

Best Spring Blooming Bulbs for Temperate Climates

Spring Bulbs, Spring Flowers


A temperate climate has the following characteristics:

  • Temperatures can drop to around -10ºC (14ºF) during the winter. (This is typical for climate zones 7-8)
  • Spring lasts a long time.
  • Temperatures are moderate during the summer and accompanied by frequent precipitation.

Guide Information

Plant Type Bulbs
Season of Interest Spring (Early,Mid,Late)

Top picture is courtesy of Peter Wiezoreck

While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.

Guide Information

Plant Type Bulbs
Season of Interest Spring (Early,Mid,Late)

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