Some of the most popular dianthuses produce pink blooms, but others, like ‘Fire Star,’ ‘Rockin’ Red,’ and ‘Ideal Select Red,’ carry red flowers and have become go-to choices for their fringed petals and distinctive aroma.
Camellias can always be counted on for bright winter blooms, which is why these shrubs have become such popular residents in Southern gardens.
If your garden receives blazing sunlight, turn to coneflowers. They appear in clumps along long stems and produce different colors, one of which is a deep red. ‘Hot Papaya’ has mango-red blooms, while ‘Tomato Soup’ has bright red flowers.
We always turn to roses when we’re looking for a red flower with presence. They come in many different forms, from climbing roses to shrub roses.
This plant is native to the Eastern United States, and it produces dark green leaves alongside clusters of flowers. It’s a popular plant with hummingbirds, so if you’d like to draw them to your yard.
Cannas have some of the showiest foliage in the garden, and their flowers aren’t far behind when it comes to bright colors and curb appeal. ‘Australia’ has burgundy foliage and bright red blooms, while ‘Durban’ has extremely eye-catching foliage and scarlet flowers.
A summer bloomer that’s always pleasant to see in the garden, Calibrachoa species are also called “million bells” because of the many blooms they bear.
The trumpet-shaped flowers of calla lilies are unmistakable in the garden, and while they’re often seen in white, some calla lilies bloom red alongside dark green foliage.