There are so many beautiful flowers out there, but what about those that start with the letter P? This post will highlight a few of my favorite flowers starting with the letter P. Planting these beauties in your garden this year is sure to bring joy!
Painted Daisy
Painted Daisy is a flowering plant named after the petals of the flower. The petals are usually red but may be pink, white, brown, yellow, or some other color. The plants grow up to 15 inches high and are available in early summer and again in autumn.
Pansy
Pansies are a flowering plant in the family Violaceae and it is thought to have originated on the Balkan Peninsula, which includes Bulgaria and Greece. They are very easy to grow so long as you can provide them with sun, water, and room for their roots to spread out. These plants can be found in children's gardens since they are such attention-catching plants.
Passion Flower
The Passionflower is a flowering plant that can be found in the South Eastern United States. The flower is part of the Passifloraceae family and the name derives from the belief that it could relieve passions. The flowers range between purple and white and yellowish-orange in color, with there being both double and single varieties. These plants are very easy to grow and require relatively little maintenance. They do need plenty of sunlight, however, as they cannot survive without it.
Peace Lily
The peace lily is a plant that grows very well in shady areas. This flower comes in many different colors and ranges in size. They are very popular around the holiday season, where they are often used to decorate outdoors. The peace lily is native to parts of North America and Japan and can also be seen around the tropics. The leaves of the peace lily are large for the species and this is what gives it its iconic look.
Pelargonium
Pelargonium is a flowering plant in the geranium family, Pelargonium x asperum, that is native to South Africa. They are popular for their scent and very easy to grow. These plants need plenty of sunlight and can be planted from seed or started from cuttings. The leaves will grow to be large for the size of the flower and they also have a unique shape. They are typically used as an outdoor flower but can also be grown indoors with proper care.
Penstemon
Penstemons are flowering plants and they are very well-loved for their vibrant colors. They come in a wide variety of colors, including shades of red and blue. The flowers attract hummingbirds and butterflies and the plant is easy to grow. These plants usually grow up to 3 feet tall, but they can also be grown in containers. The plants need plenty of sunlight and will thrive when planted in soil with organic matter in it.
Peony
The peony flower is a favorite of many gardeners because it is full and the colors are very vibrant. There are a variety of different shades of this flower, but the most popular color is pink. This prolific flowering plant is easy to grow as long as you provide it with plenty of sunlight and water. These plants cannot survive in the shade so they need to be planted near a south-facing wall. They also thrive in gardens that have more organic matter in the soil, so choose your bed wisely when planting these flowers.
Persian Buttercup
The Persian Buttercup is one of the most popular flowers in the world. The flowers are large, petal-shaped, and purple-pink in color. This plant flourishes in hot and temperate climates like those found in Southern Europe and North Africa. These plants grow up to 2 feet high and have a lifespan of around 10 years. The leaves are not very memorable but they do keep some color during the colder months.
Peruvian Lily
The Peruvian lily is a very popular flower because it is so easy to grow. The plant comes in a variety of colors and shades, including white, pink, yellow, purple, blue, and red. These flowers are popular for their wide range of colors and for the shape of the petals. They can be grown in many different areas around the world with varying climates since they are so hardy.
Petunia
Petunias are flowering plants that come in a wide variety of colors. The flowers have five petals and the flowers range from light pink, dark pink, to blue. These plants grow around 2 feet in height and they do best in sunny areas. They need plenty of water and will thrive when planted near a south-facing wall.
Phlox
The phlox flower is known for its vibrant colors and sweet fragrance. The flowers are red, pink, purple, white, or bicolor. These plants have a very long bloom time and can grow up to 2 feet in height. They are easy to grow and prefer soil that does not have much organic matter in it.
Pincushion Flower
The pincushion flower is a flowering plant that comes in many different colors. They come in shades of blue, purple, pink, or white. The flowers have lots of petals and a layered look to them. These plants need plenty of sunlight and water to grow well and they should be planted near a south-facing wall.
Pink Lady's Slipper
The pink lady's slipper flower is a type of orchid that is native to the Upper Midwest region of North America. This type of orchid is very delicate but it has beautiful blooms in a range of colors, including white, pink, purple, and green. These flowers are very popular for their appearance and they grow up to 2 feet tall. They also thrive in soil that has been enriched with organic matter from animals and plants such as manure.
Plume Celosia
The plume celosia flower is one of the few types of flowers that can stand up to the heat. These flowers grow up to 8 inches high and they come in a variety of colors, including red, orange, yellow, and pink. They also come in shades of dark pink and light pink. This plant flourishes in hot climates like those found in Southern Europe and North Africa. It needs plenty of water when it gets hot outside and should be planted near a north-facing wall or fence since it cannot tolerate the shade.
Pointesettia
The pointesettia flower is a type of flowering plant that comes in many different colors. These plants come in shades of red, purple, pink, or white. The flowers on this plant are large and the petals have a layered look to them. This plant flourishes in hot climates like those found in Southern Europe and North Africa. It needs plenty of water when it gets hot outside and should be planted near a north-facing wall or fence since it cannot tolerate the shade.
Polyanthus
The polyanthus flower is a type of flowering plant that comes in many different colors. These plants come in shades of red, purple, pink, or white. The flowers on this plant are large and the petals have a layered look to them. This plant flourishes in hot climates like those found in Southern Europe and North Africa. It needs plenty of water when it gets hot outside and should be planted near a north-facing wall or fence since it cannot tolerate the shade.
Poppy Anemone
The poppy anemone flower is a type of flowering plant that comes in many different colors. These plants come in shades of red, purple, pink, or white. The flowers on this plant are large and the petals have a layered look to them. This plant flourishes in hot climates like those found in Southern Europe and North Africa. It needs plenty of water when it gets hot outside and should be planted near a north-facing wall or fence since it cannot tolerate the shade.
Portulaca Grandiflora
The portulaca grandiflora is a type of flowering plant that comes in many different colors. These plants come in shades of red, purple, pink, or white. The flowers on this plant are large and the petals have a layered look to them. This plant flourishes in hot climates like those found in Southern Europe and North Africa. It needs plenty of water when it gets hot outside and should be planted near a north-facing wall or fence since it cannot tolerate the shade.
Pot Marigold
The pot marigold flower is a type of flowering plant that comes in many different colors. These plants come in shades of red, purple, pink, or white. The flowers on this plant are large and the petals have a layered look to them. This plant flourishes in hot climates like those found in Southern Europe and North Africa. It needs plenty of water when it gets hot outside and should be planted near a north-facing wall or fence since it cannot tolerate the shade.
Powder Puff
The powder puff flower is a type of flowering plant that comes in many different colors. These plants come in shades of red, purple, pink, or white. The flowers on this plant are large and the petals have a layered look to them. This plant flourishes in hot climates like those found in Southern Europe and North Africa. It needs plenty of water when it gets hot outside and should be planted near a north-facing wall or fence since it cannot tolerate the shade.
Primula
The primula flower is a type of flowering plant that comes in many different colors. These plants come in shades of red, purple, pink, or white. The flowers on this plant are large and the petals have a layered look to them. This plant flourishes in hot climates like those found in Southern Europe and North Africa. It needs plenty of water when it gets hot outside and should be planted near a north-facing wall or fence since it cannot tolerate the shade.
Purple Coneflower
The purple coneflower is a type of flowering plant that comes in many different colors. These plants come in shades of red, purple, pink, or white. The flowers on this plant are large and the petals have a layered look to them. This plant flourishes in hot climates like those found in Southern Europe and North Africa. It needs plenty of water when it gets hot outside and should be planted near a north-facing wall or fence since it cannot tolerate the shade.
All flowers are beautiful, but some are more difficult to grow than others. If you have an interest in gardening and want a challenge, try growing one of the many varieties that start with “p”: Poppy Anemone, Portulaca Grandiflora, Pot Marigold, Powder Puff, or Primula. These plants need plenty of water when it gets hot outside and should be planted near a north-facing wall or fence since they cannot tolerate the shade.