What Flowers Grow Best On Cape Cod?

It seems as if Cape Cod landscapers work magic with plants, selecting ones that will bloom and give great color all season long. While most flowers available at garden centers can grow in Cape Cod, landscapers know that the best plants that grow on Cape Cod are native plants; as a matter of fact, there is a grassroots movement to grow native plants all over the United States.

Lady’s slipper or moccasin flower is a beautiful North American variety of orchid that grows in wooded, shady areas. Listed as an endangered or protected species in many states, the plants take years to grow and can last for over two decades. Pink lady’s slippers require a fungus to help them grow. Some Cape Cod landscapers can purchase commercial grade lady’s slipper and will actively discourage people from transplanting ones found in nature.

Maidenhair fern is another beautiful option for shady parts of your yard. It is a slow growing but non-invasive variety of fern that takes some time to get established but will reward growers with their beautiful foliage.

Anemone is also known as windflower and it seems to dance on top of its stalks when the wind blows. They also bloom best in part shade but will tolerate full sun and will fill your yard with color.

For people who want to attract butterflies, Eastern Bluestar has beautiful blue flowers in the spring and will fill your yard with yellow foliage in the fall. As an added bonus, they are nearly pest free!

For Cape Cod landscapers, the best part about gardening is seeing the beauty of their handiwork come to life each spring. Using native flowers is a beautiful way to incorporate pieces of the best of New England into your landscape!