Argyranthemum
Commonly known as the marguerite daisy, this is a must-have in any spring garden. The traditional blooms add a sunny lightness to any bed, the lobed petals coming in an impressive range of colours. It is regularly mistaken for a chrysanthemum due to its similar appearance, and is often incorrectly labelled so in stores. One of the most popular species is Argyranthemum frutescens, which looks its best during the spring months but will flower up until autumn in the right conditions.
Carnations
One of the world’s favourite cut flowers, the carnation has a long history going back to Greece’s golden age. The genus name,, was given to them by Greek botanist Theophrastus and literally translates to divine flower, indicating just a small part of their appreciation for this plant. is a reliable spring beauty with gorgeous, ruffled blooms. The most popular shades are pink – lending this species its other common name of clove pink – but many other interesting colours are available too, ensuring there is always an option for any spring garden.
