The addition of stunning bright and vibrant red colors to your garden may be achieved by growing red flowers. Romance, passion, love, and remembrance are just a few of the meanings behind red flowers. Gorgeous floral displays may be made by combining contrasting red and white blooms. For lovely cut flower arrangements, you can use crimson or dark red flowers.
You may have red blooms in your garden or indoors all year long if you prepare carefully. Red poppies, petunias, and hyacinths are some of the most popular flowering plants, which bloom from spring to summer. Summer and autumn flowers include red azaleas, canna lilies, and dahlias.
During the winter, you might also grow bright red poinsettias. The majority of the plants on this crimson blooms list need full sun to partial shade in order to thrive. The flowers should be planted in well-drained soil in general. Images are included in this list of red blooming flowers for quick identification.
Types of Red Flowers (With Pictures and Names)
Red Roses
Red roses are the most popular kind of red flower, and they are commonly seen in flower bouquets. There are more than 360 species of roses (Rosa). From light red, almost pink hues to deep burgundy or maroon hues, wonderfully scented red roses come in a variety of tones.
Roses are a popular flowering plant that can dress up any yard. These lovely perennial common blooms thrives in pots and can climb up trellises to form flowering hedges. Red rose cultivars that blooms all year are also available. Rose flower heads have between 50 and 100 petals and may grow up to 7 inches (17 cm) across.
- Outstanding features: Red roses are an enduring symbol of love and romance, and they are considered the most popular flower in the world. Also, with ruffled, semi-double, double blooms and bi-colored petals, rose petals are among the most gorgeous.
- Growing zone: 5 – 10.
- Red cultivars: Rosa ‘Black Baccara,’ ‘Chrysler Imperial’ Rose hybrid, ‘Crimson Glory,’ and ‘Flower Carpet Scarlet.’
Poppies
In the spring and summer, poppies (Papaver) bloom with red blooms that are famous for their black or yellow centers. Poppy blooms feature a black or yellow center and 4 to 6 large papery petals. Some poppy cultivars have a ruffled look that gives their blooms a bushy appearance. Although the most popular poppy color is red, yellow, purple, pink, and white flowers are also available.
- Outstanding feature: Flowers that are delicate and beautiful have become a symbol of remembrance.
- Growing zone: 3 – 9.
- Red cultivars: Papaver commutatum ‘Ladybird’ Iceland Poppy ‘Champagne Bubbles Scarlet’ and ‘Beauty of Livermere.’
Amaryllis
One of the most stunning characteristics of the Amaryllis plant (Hippeastrum) is the magnificent crimson blossoms. The stem of these blooming bulbous plants may reach a length of 11–23 inches (30–60 cm) and is thick. Each stem might produce 2 to 12 exceptional funnel-shaped blooms, depending on the species.
When grown indoors in containers, these are winter-flowering plants. Up to 8″ (20 cm) across, some of the huge crimson red blooms. Amaryllis blooms in early spring in warmer climates.
- Outstanding features: Large showy blooms that look like lilies. A few have enormous, completely double blooms.
- Growing zone: 2 – 11.
- Red cultivars: Amaryllis ‘Ferrari, Hippeastrum ‘Bogota,’ and Amaryllis ‘Benfica,’ all with light red and white striped petals.
Chrysanthemum
Beautiful red Chrysanthemum blooms will brighten up your garden in the autumn. Chrysanthemums are long-lived perennial shrubs that bloom in a variety of colors. Some ‘mums’ resemble huge pompoms, others resemble huge daisies, and some blossoms resemble brilliant star formations. Clusters of darker petals in the center or contrasting brilliant yellow disc centers may appear in the stunning blooms.
- Outstanding feature: These large showy blooms are great for cut flower arrangements and start blooming in November.
- Growing zone: 7 – 9.
- Red cultivars: Chrysanthemum ‘Jolly Cheryl,’ ‘Overture,’ ‘Ruby Mound,’ Chrysanthemum ‘Matchsticks’ (with thin yellow petals that have fiery red tips).
Poinsettia
Poinsettia (Euphorbia pulcherrima) is a native of Mexico plant with incredible big red flowers in the winter. It has dark green leaves and crimson blooms. The poinsettia blooms indoors in December in most areas. In its native climate, this red blooming shrub-like plant grows to about 13 feet (4 meters) tall, whereas indoors it grows to about 2 feet (0.6 meters). In the winter, these bright red blooms will brighten any room.
- Outstanding feature: The blooms’ huge crimson petals are comparable in size to the foliage.
- Growing zone: 10 – 12.
Begonias
Begonia cultivars come in a variety of red colors and are native to tropical areas. There are several flowering Begonia species. In colder climates, these are perennial plants that are maintained as annuals. Bedding plants, in containers, hanging baskets, or window boxes, are all good places to grow begonias.
They’re fairly versatile flowering plants. Clusterings of smaller flowers in many colors make up the beautiful flower heads. Some blooms are solitary or double, while others are massive. Red begonia blooms hang like little bells from the branches.
- Outstanding feature: Throughout the summer, begonias bloom nonstop to add brightness to your yard.
- Growing zone: 9 – 11.
- Red cultivars: Begonia, Fimbriata Ruffled Red Begonia, Begonia Nonstop Red, and Picotee Lace Red Begonia.
Calla Lily
Red calla lily (Zantedeschia) blooms have numerous connotations, including love, romance, and beauty. They are a lovely tall plant with lovely flowers and green leaves. The flowers of calla lilies are especially distinctive and unmistakable. The tubular white or red blooms of this easy to grow leafy plant resemble a chalice in shape.
Their abundant and cheerful blooms create lovely displays, making these excellent border plants. The flowers of these lily-type plants bloom from late spring to early autumn and grow to be between 1 and 3 feet (30 – 90 cm).
- Outstanding feature: Some of the most beautiful and elegant flowers you can grow in your garden.
- Growing zone: 7 – 10.
- Red cultivars: Calla Lily ‘Captain Safari,’ ‘Flame,’ Zantedeschia ‘Fire Glow.’
Red Lilies
Lilies are tall flowering plants that produce some of the most gorgeous and fragrant flowers in the garden, and they come in a variety of colors. The large trumpet shape of lily flowers can help to identify them. White and red are the most popular colors, and they come in a variety of hues.
When combined with white flowers, red lily blossoms have a particularly stunning display. White and red striped petals may be downturned or forward-facing, depending on the species. Oriental lilies can reach a height of 4 to 6 feet (1.2 to 1.8 meters) and Asiatic lilies may reach 2 to 4 feet (0.6 to 1.2 meters).
- Outstanding feature: Gorgeous crimson blooms that can be used for weddings or other occasions.
- Growing zone: 4 – 8.
- Red cultivars: Lilium ‘Claude Shride,’ Oriental Lily ‘Dizzy,’ and ‘Monte Negro’ (with crimson and white petals) are some of the asiatic lilies available.
Hibiscus
The bright red blooms on Hibiscus plants are some of the most gorgeous blooms you’ll see. Hibiscus is a colorful red blooming plant with varied motifs in its petals. Flowers may be red, white, pink, purple, or orange and are created by large delicate papery petals. Some are single-colored and others have contrasting centers, making them appear more complex.
Pure white petals with a dark red round center are found in many popular cultivars, for example. Other varieties of red Hibiscus flowers include double blooms with a ruffled appearance. Hibiscus blooms may bloom all summer and can reach a diameter of 12″ (30 cm).
- Outstanding feature: Large blooms with petals of various patterns are seen in certain red cultivars.
- Growing zone: 4 – 9.
- Red cultivars: Hibiscus ‘Holy Grail,’ ‘Vintage Wine,’ ‘Panama Red’ (with red star-shaped leaves), Hibiscus moscheutos ‘Luna Red,’ ‘Red Dragon.’
Petunias
Red Petunia cultivars are lovely blooming plants for your garden, and they come in a variety of colors. Petunias are easy-to-grow annuals with stunning crimson and black blooms. Borders, cascading over hanging baskets, and containers are all good places to display these popular flowering garden plants. From late spring throughtroughout summer, expect to see all types of petunias bloom continuously. Crimson, maroon, burgundy, magenta, and dark red are among the most common colors and hues available.
- Outstanding feature: Plants are available in a range of sizes to meet your needs and preferences.
- Growing zone: 2 – 11.
- Red cultivars: Petunia ‘Easy Wave Burgundy Star,’ ‘Easy Wave Red Velour,’ ‘Shock Wave Coral Crush,’ ‘Supertunia Black Cherry,’ ‘Supertunia Really Red.’
Red Tulips
Red tulips are a popular bulb flower with numerous varieties of flower heads (Tulipa). They range in height from 4 to 28 inches (10 to 71 cm). Tulips come in a wide range of colors and are bulbous flowers with cultivars. Tulips may have ruffled petals, double petals, and tapered ends in addition to their classic elegant oval-shaped and cup-shaped flower heads. Mid-season bloomers and late-season bloomers are available depending on the cultivar.
- Outstanding feature: Wearing red bulb flowers is a good idea anytime. Tulips come in a total of 1,000 colors to choose from.
- Growing zone: 3 – 8.
- Red cultivars: Tulipa ‘Aladdin’ (with striking red lily-like flowers), ‘Bastogne’ (with reddish-pink, cup-shaped flowers), ‘Cassini,’ ‘Couleur Cardinal.’
Anthurium
Anthuriums are one of the most beautiful red blooms you can imagine, and they look great in any bouquet. The gorgeous “flower” is made up of a solitary waxy deep red-colored “petal” with a fleshy spike and little flowers protruding from it. A spathe, or heart-shaped crimson petal, resembles the bloom. The most popular Anthurium hue is red, which comes in a variety of hues. The plant can reach a height of 20 inches (50 cm) with its stems.
- Outstanding feature: A magnificent red heart-shaped leaf blossom stands out on the green leafy foliage.
- Growing zone: 10 and higher
Azalea
Azaleas belong to the same genus as rhododendrons and are a popular blooming shrub. Azaleas may provide a sea of vivid bright red or pink flowers when they bloom in the spring and early summer. These blooms, which measure around 2.5″ (7 cm) across and stay until the autumn, are created by the fragile wavy petals. In wedding floral displays, these gorgeous blooms are also popular.
- Outstanding feature: The showy red flowers of azaleas bloom all summer long and are available in a variety of colors.
- Growing zone: 6 – 10.
- Red cultivars: Autumn Bonfire, Autumn Fire, and Hino Crimson are all names for Rhododendron.
Dahlia
Dahlia plants have lovely crimson blooms that may be used in any garden design. Dahlias are a one-of-a-kind flower with a distinct shape. There are several varieties of dahlias available, ranging from long spikey blooms to spherical flower heads and bushy scarlet double blooms.
Dahlias’ enormous size and lovely hues make them ideal for cut flower arrangements. Dahlia flowers range in size from 2″ (5 cm) to 12″ (30 cm) and are available in a variety of colors! Stems may grow up to 8 feet (2.4 meters) long, depending on the cultivar.
- Outstanding feature: Some of the largest and showiest flowers you can grow.
- Growing zone: 8 – 11.
- Red cultivars: ‘Bishop of Auckland,’ ‘Contraste,’ and ‘Impression Fuego.
Scarlet Bee Balm
The Scarlet Bee Balm is a red summer perennial that belongs to the Monarda genus. It has easily identifiable red spiky flowers. Dainty thin petals that generate spectacular blooms that you may enjoy throughout the summer and most of the fall are distinguishing features of Scarlet Bee Balm. Bee balms, which may grow up to 4 feet (1.2 meters) tall, are effective blooming border plants. The little spiky-looking crimson plants may create a riot of color in your garden when they are planted together.
- Outstanding feature: A colorful blooming decorative plant that grows in clusters.
- Growing zone: 4 – 9.
- Red cultivars: Bee Balm ‘Jacob Cline,’ ‘Cherry Pops,’ and Bee Balm ‘Coral Reef’ are all Monarda varieties.
Gerbera Daisy
The Gerbera Daisy plant produces huge blossoms at the top of a tall stem, and it is a popular flower all over the globe. This enormous bloom has long, spreading petals that create a star pattern around the center. Some of the most popular flowers for cut flower arrangements are Gerbera Daisies.
The smallest flowers may be 2.7 inches (4 cm) across, and some round red flower heads may grow as large as 4 inches (12 cm). Single-colored petals and a contrasting black center characterize some huge disc-shaped blooms.
- Outstanding feature: Brighten up a space with cheery flowers that resemble tiny sunflowers.
- Growing zone: 8 – 11.
- Red cultivars: Gerbera ‘Ruby Red,’ ‘Revolution Bi-Color Red Lemon,’ ‘Rainbow Rays.’
Cockscomb
The Cockscomb (Celosia) plant’s crimson spiky petals add a bright and dramatic touch to any landscape. Cockscomb plants come in two different flower forms. The first is a lovely cone-shaped fiery blossom, and the second is a lovely wavy flower head growing on top of the plant. In the autumn, your garden gets a striking appearance with its feathery red plumes and pointed green leaves. Between 6 and 3 feet (15 and 91 cm) tall, the bushy plants.
- Outstanding feature: A dramatic fiery appearance is created by red spiky plumes.
- Growing zone: 2 – 11.
- Red cultivars: Cockscomb ‘Castle Scarlet,’ Red cultivars from the Bombay series.
Asian Bleeding Heart
The Asian Bleeding Heart is a red blooming vining plant that produces tiny crimson hearts dangling from arching flower stalks. It is known as a Valentine in Japan. The pink flowers of American Bleeding Hearts (Lamprocapnos spectabilis) The cultivar known as Valentine, on the other hand, is particularly gorgeous. This blooming plant has a spread of 18 inches (45 cm) and grows to a height of 4 feet (1.2 meters).
- Outstanding feature: Flowers with a small heart-shaped form that resemble bleeding hearts.
- Growing zone: 3 – 9.
Peonies
Because of the tiny bunch of ruffled petals, peonies are considered as the most gorgeous flower in the world. In comparison to the deep green leafy foliage, the bushy red, pink, or yellow blooms are stunning. The reddish-pink flowers are very fragrant, and this perennial woody shrub grows to a maximum height of 3 ft. (1 m). Towards the conclusion of spring and beginning of summer, you can expect stunning displays of dazzling flowers.
- Outstanding feature: Celebrating an anniversary, engagement, or wedding with the huge showy red blooms is a great choice.
- Growing zone: 3 – 8.
- Red cultivars: Paeonia ‘Coral and Gold,’ Paeonia ‘Early Scout,’ Paeonia ‘Many Happy Returns,’ and Paeonia ‘Port Royale’ are among the most popular red peonies.
Red Carnations
Carnations (Dianthus caryophyllus) are popular cut flower flowers with a variety of blossoms and petals. When combined with yellow, white, and pink flowers, the red fuzzy flower heads create elegance and beauty. Red carnations come in a variety of varieties, some with bi-colored petals and multi-toned petals, apart from single colored blooms. Late spring through late summer is when carnations are in bloom.
- Outstanding feature: For weddings, choice deep red carnations with tiny white blooms.
- Growing zone: 3 to 9.
- Red cultivars: ‘EverLast Burgundy Blush,’ ‘Raspberry Swirl,’ ‘King of the Blacks.’
Red Spider Lilies
Red Spider lilies (Lycoris) are red perennial bulbous plants with ultra-thin elegant petals that have long stems and beautiful red showy flowers. Just the spectacular display of these reddish flowers is enhanced by the extra-long stamens. Spider lilies carpet the ground with crimson, pink, and coral hues when they are planted together. Between 1 and 2 feet (30 and 60 cm) long, the slender stems may grow. A spectacular display is created by theBloom’s curving petals and striking stamens.
- Outstanding feature: In the fall, add vivid red tones to your garden.
- Growing zone: 6 – 10.
- Red cultivars: Red Spider Lily