If you’re new to growing plants, you might not be aware that there are numerous flowers with names that begin with H. The good news is that we’ve gathered some of the most well-liked ones so you don’t have to waste time looking for them.
Going Green: Check Out These Must-Have Plants That Begins With H
The Hibiscus and the Hydrangea are the two most well-known flowering plants that begin with the letter “H” that we listed. The following, in no particular order, are our top picks.
Hackberry Tree (Celtis Occidentalis)
The hackberry tree is incredibly resilient; in fact, experts have called it “one tough tree.” The hackberry can grow in a variety of soils and environments, and they can thrive in a wide range of temperatures and weather patterns, including areas that receive up to 50 inches of rain annually (although the tree itself doesn’t actually need much water). In addition, the hackberry has a reputation for withstanding ferocious winds and even smog.
Given enough room for its extensive root system, the hackberry makes a great choice for nearly any landscape as an energy-efficient shade tree. The hackberry is particularly famous for its unique bark, which has been compared to stucco because of its corky texture and base warts. Its lovely serrated leaves have uneven bases and tapered ends. They might be glossy or dull green.
Hakone Grass (Hakonechloa Macra Aureola)
Golden Japanese forest grass (Hakonechloa macra), an attractive grass, will persuade you otherwise if you believe all grasses are equal in appearance. Japanese forest grass is a distinctive ornamental grass, with arching leaves that are a shade of green, a dazzling gold, or variegated. Unfortunately, the growth of this perennial clump-forming grass is agonizingly slow.
Inflorescences, or flower stalks, are produced in mid-to-late summer and are not particularly eye-catching. The plant is cultivated for its eye-catching leaves, which in the fall turn orange or bronze.
Rich, fertile soil with an average to acidic pH (6.0 to 7.0) is what Japanese forest grass prefers. In either heavy, moist soils or dry, sandy soil, it won’t be content. If you maintain the plant consistently hydrated, at the very least, it really helps the plant grow.
Halcyon Hosta (Hosta Halcyon)
Hosta species, with their vibrant flowers, have been a staple of shady gardens for well over a century. One of the best and most well-known cultivars in its family, distinguished by its blue leaves, is the slow-growing Hosta ‘Halcyon’. The halcyon hosta is an upright plant that reaches a height of about 14 inches and has blue-green leaves with a heart-shaped texture.
The leaves waxy surface has a seersucker-like appearance. Contrary to several other plants with blue or blueish-green foliage, this one’s pigment holds up well in the heat of summer without fading thanks to the waxy covering. On 26-inch stems, Halcyon produces light lilac-blue flowers in the middle to late summer. The blossoms of this plant draw hummingbirds and bees.
Fast-growing hostas should not be planted while it’s too hot outside, but rather in the early spring or early fall. All hostas, including the halcyon hosta, have low toxicity for dogs, cats, and horses.
Hardneck Garlic (Allium Sativum)
An edible bulb plant closely related to the onion (Allium cepa) is garlic (Allium sativum). The kind of garlic that is frequently grown in colder locations is called hardneck garlic (Allium sativum var. ophioscorodon). As it matures, its stalk, or neck, extends upward from the bulb and stiffens, giving rise to its common name. Additionally, compared to softneck cultivars, hardnecks typically produce fewer cloves but larger ones. Garlic grows slowly and is often planted in the fall. It contains certain substances that are hazardous to both humans and animals1, so think carefully about where you plant it.
Plant your garlic six to eight weeks before the anticipated first fall frost date in your region. Before the ground freezes, the bulbs must have enough time to grow roots. When the weather warms up in the spring, the garlic will then go dormant for the following winter.
Hardy Hibiscus (Hibiscus Moscheutos)
The Proven Winners Summerific® line includes the hardy hibiscus cultivar “Perfect Storm,” which is a hybrid of the species Hibiscus moscheutos. ‘Perfect Storm’ is a better option for smaller gardens and landscapes because it is nearly half the size of its larger relative at a mature height of about 3 feet. ‘Perfect Storm’ has a long, late bloom season that starts in mid-summer and lasts into early October, just like other varieties of hardy hibiscus. The huge 7- to 8-inch flowers are white with dark crimson lines radiating from the eye and pale pink petals. Although individual blooms are transient, new blossoms appear shortly after. The dark purple, nearly black foliage draws attention to the vibrant blossoms.
The best time to plant a container-grown nursery specimen of “Perfect Storm” is in the spring, after all threat of frost has passed. It is one of the plants that take the longest to sprout and grow each spring, but once it starts growing, it develops swiftly and can reach heights of up to 3 feet by the time it blooms in the middle of the summer.
Hardy Kiwi (Actinidia Arguta)
A cousin of the Actinidia deliciosa vine, which yields the well-known kiwi fruit found in supermarkets, is the hardy kiwi vine. Depending on the variety, this cold-tolerant plant can be cultivated in USDA zones 3 through 9. Hardy kiwi, like its warm-weather relative, also produces a sweet, eatable fruit that is smaller than a regular kiwi and can be eaten whole, without peeling (about the size of a large grape). The hardy kiwi is mainly used in landscaping because of its lovely heart-shaped foliage. On sturdy fences, pergolas, trellises, and other structures, this climber thrives.
After any threat of frost has passed, spring is the ideal time to grow hardy kiwis. You’ll have to wait for it to make a visual impact in its first season.
Hardy Mum (Chrysanthemum Morifolium)
Chrysanthemum morifolium, a perennial herbaceous flower of the Aster family, is known for its distinctive daisy-shaped blossoms. The so-called exhibition mums, which are complex hybrids cultivated for show and flower display rather than being garden hardy, are fundamentally different from the types of C. morifolium.
Hardy mums, on the other hand, are prized for their ability to bloom predominantly in the fall, giving your landscaping a four-season appeal. They have a wide range of colors, as well as various flower shapes and development patterns. Hardy mums are true perennials in mild areas, but there is no assurance of hardiness in northern locations, thus they are frequently treated as annuals and planted in early fall as potted nursery plants that are still in bloom.
Harebells (Campanula Rotundifolia)
A lot of other flower species would wither in sandy, poor soil conditions, but the modest, delicate harebell (Campanula rotundifolia) can endure them. The harebell, in reality, is tougher than it appears and frequently flourishes despite unfavorable growth conditions.
Small, rounded leaves and clusters of slender stems with several blue flowers on each one give this perennial its distinctive bell-shaped downward flowers. These five-pointed flowers have a one-inch length. Early in the season, their rounded, basal leaves wither, leaving the slender stalks with their thinner foliage and renowned bell-shaped flowers.
