As their name suggests, Iceland poppies thrive in frigid temperatures, like those on the island nation in the North Atlantic Ocean. This winter flower adds a lovely pop of color to the often gray winter landscape, and in mild climates
Despite snapdragons being known for their springtime blooms, they'll hold their stunning color in cooler climates through fall and into winter. Snapdragons will wilt and scorch in the hot sun
When seen on the roadside or in meadows, cornflowers are actually considered weeds. However, when grown intentionally, the bloom can add a lovely blue hue to your winter garden.
These tiny spikes of purple, white, or pink are scented with a decidedly grape-like fragrance. These adorable winter flowers pop up in late winter to early spring, and they make a sweet, petite-cut flower, too.
Winter heath is a reliable winter flower, even in cold climates. The long-lasting flowers come in various shades of pink or white with evergreen foliage. Heath also makes a pretty, dense ground cover.
Teeny but gorgeous blue blooms make scilla a must-have in the winter garden. Groups of them planted in a rock garden have the best effect.
Also known as ipheion, these tiny white, pink, or blue flowers were popular in colonial gardens. Plant them in masses at the edge of walkways, so you can enjoy their perfume in late winter or early spring.