Spring Flowers (April to May)

Spring Flowers – Native Blooms that Wake Up the Landscape

Celebrate the return of life with native plants that burst into bloom as early as the snow melts. This collection includes a rich variety of spring ephemerals—short-lived woodland wildflowers that appear before the tree canopy leafs out—as well as flowering shrubs and understory trees that offer structure, scent, and color in early spring.

These species are timed to match the rhythms of the Ottawa Valley and Outaouais region, supporting early pollinators like native bees and overwintered butterflies when few other nectar sources are available. Whether you're planting a naturalized woodland, pollinator garden, or shady border, these plants bring that first spark of color, fragrance, and ecological energy after the winter thaw.

Bloom time: April to May
Includes: Spring ephemerals, flowering shrubs, small trees
Uses: Early-season nectar, woodland gardens, biodiversity support
Great for: Forest floors, shaded gardens, and spring displays