Pink is a standout colour in any cutting garden, and for good reason! From soft blush to bold fuchsia, there’s a shade to suit every taste. My flower farm in Zone 3 Saskatchewan is no exception—I grow plenty of pink blooms. Here are some of my favourites from over the years!
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The Best Pink Flowers for Your Flower Garden
Apricotta Cosmos
Apricotta Cosmos are a beautiful peachy pink. I use cosmos both as a flower and a green in my bouquets, and their delicate blooms are beloved by many of my subscribers and brides.
Asiatic Lilies
Asiatic lilies are one of the easiest lilies to grow, thriving in full sun but still blooming in part shade. They come in many colors, including gorgeous pinks, and will multiply over time. For the best winter survival in Zone 3, plant them 8 inches deep!
China Asters
China asters are nothing like the basic grocery store varieties—they come in stunning, luxe colors that elevate any bouquet. I especially love the Roses Mix or King Apricot China asters for their large, pale pink, fluffy blooms.
Crab Apple Blossoms
Crab apple trees, whether ornamental or fruit-bearing, offer stunning blooms each spring. In my area, it seems like every yard has one! If you plan to eat the apples, make sure to choose a fruit-bearing variety, as ornamentals aren’t edible. I love using the tart crab apples in pies, jams, jellies, and even juice!
Related: 20+ Beautiful Spring Blooming Perennial Flowers, Trees, and Shrubs
Dahlias
Dahlias are a little bit extra work to grow, but their beauty is so worth the effort! Peaches N’ Cream (pictured here) and Strawberry Cream are just two of the many beautiful pink dahlia varieties out there.
Related: Swoon-Worthy Dahlia Varieties for your Cut Flower Garden
Floret Zinnias
Zinnias are one of my favourite flowers in the cutting garden, and I love many of the soft ballerina-pink Floret varieties. That being said, my children tossed the name tags last year, so I had no idea what was what and was just guessing when I planted these!
French Lilacs
I really do prefer the old-fashioned lilacs the most for the scent and memories, and those are decidedly not pink, but French Lilacs are a nice choice for pink lovers.
Godetia
Also known as Fairwell-To-Spring, godetia is an underrated gem that deserves a spot in every cutting garden! Blooming around the same time as peonies, it fills the gap when few other flowers are in bloom. Though the stems can be a bit spindly, the vibrant colors and beautiful seed pods make it well worth growing!
Lavatera
Lavatera is a super easy annual to grow and even easier to save seeds from! Just pop the dried seed pod out of the flower, collect the seeds, and you’re set for next spring. A budget-friendly way to keep your garden blooming year after year!
Morden Blush Roses
No cutting garden is complete without a blush pink rose! Morden Blush roses are a hardy, beautiful option for cold-climate gardens. If you’re in a short growing season like me, roses from the Morden series are a safe bet, as well as other Canadian-bred varieties like 49th Parallel, Canadian Artist, or Explorer. They may not be traditional tea roses, but they’re just as stunning!
Related: Growing Roses in a Cold Climate (and the Varieties that Won’t Die!)
Oklahoma Salmon Zinnias
Oklahoma zinnias are one of my all-time favorites—they’re like little cupcake blooms! Each pack has its own unique personality, with some leaning pink and others more orange. They’re a must-have for any cut flower garden!
Pecher Peonies
I’m obsessed with peonies! These gorgeous, cold-loving blooms need at least 30 days of freezing temperatures to flower in spring—so all that snow has a purpose. Just keep in mind that new peony plants take about three years to bloom, but trust me, they’re worth the wait!
Related: Beginner’s Guide to Peonies: Growing Tips and Beautiful DIYs
Rainbow Quartet Stock
Stock is an easy-to-grow, fragrant favourite that earns a permanent spot in my flower farm, even though it’s a one-and-done bloom. The Rainbow Quartet variety, in particular, is absolutely stunning—so beautiful that I almost couldn’t bring myself to cut it the first time I grew it! Sadly, you can’t get this variety anymore that I know of, but I am trying the StoX Champagne this year as a replacement.
Ranunculus
I love the soft pink blooms of Marshmallow and Chamallow ranunculus, though there are many beautiful pink varieties to choose from!
Related: How to Grow Ranunculus in Zone 3 (So They Don’t Die!)
Rose Bon Bon Cosmos
A perfect cosmos variety for vibrant pink lovers!
Saponaria
Saponaria is a fantastic Baby’s Breath alternative! It’s cold-tolerant and perfect for early planting, which makes it ideal for my short growing season. It’s beautiful in both pink and white, and I use it in nearly every bouquet!
Sarah Bernhardt Peonies
These are the classic peonies- one of my all-time favourite flowers!
Snapdragons
Snapdragons are a backbone crop on my flower farm. Some of my favourite pink varieties include Potomac Appleblossom, Bridal Pink, Madame Butterfly Mix, and Potomac Pink (pictured below).
Related: How to Grow Snapdragons in a Cold Climate
Statice
Statice comes in pretty much every colour in the rainbow and works beautiful in fresh and dried arrangements.
Strawflowers
Like statice, I use strawflowers in both fresh and dried arrangements. These beautiful, papery blooms come in a wide array of colours.
Related: 25+ Best Flowers to Grow for Dried Flower Arrangements
Summer Berries Mix Yarrow
Yarrow is one of my favorite perennials—it’s easy to start from seed, low-maintenance, and establishes quickly. Some gardeners consider it a weed, but I love it. Not every bloom in the Summer Berries Mix will be the beautiful pink shade pictured below. You’ll also get different shades of pink, peach, and white.
Related: How to Grow a Low-Maintenance, Wildflower Garden
Tulips
Some of my favourite pink tulip varieties include Aveyron, Mango Charm, Pink Impression, and Apricot Pride.
Related: How to Plant Tulips like a Flower Farmer
Are there any pink flowers I missed? Let me know in the comments!
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