Hollyhock
Nothing says "country garden" more than a line of striking hollyhocks, as this picture of flowers demonstrates. Available in a range of colors, hollyhocks can grow up to 20 feet tall and may be annual, biennial, or perennial, depending on the flower and the climate.
Echinacea
Native to North America and reminiscent of a daisy, echinacea -- or coneflower -- has a long medicinal history and an equally storied spot in a variety of garden types. This picture of the flower shows a more brilliant shade of its classic pink hue. Echinacea attracts butterflies and tends to be resistant to deer, too.
Tulip
Planted from a bulb, the tulip is a riotous and colorful way to announce the arrival of spring. No matter the variety, they generally love partial or full-sun locations. Blooms come in a range of shapes, including single or double, and are typically planted in the fall.
Daylily
Perennial daylily blooms in a range of colors, as this multihue flower demonstrates. The flowers also come in several forms, including single, double, and spider. Varieties also bloom in tiny, under 3-inch, flowers and over 4-5 inches wide.
Bleeding Heart
A spring-flowering stunner, bleeding heart offers a profusion of heart-shape blossoms on individual stems. The plant rewards with early blooms and light-color foliage until heat causes it to die back.
