Plants That Flower In June!

Charlotte Weidner | February 14, 2026

The early summer weeks have arrived and your garden may have a lull between the spring and summer bloomers! Check out which flowering ornamentals bloom during the month of June!

Perennials That Flower In June
Shrubs Flowering In June
Trees That Bloom The Month Of June
Bring On The June Blooms!

Late spring and early summer can have contradictory temperatures and crazy weather. Find the best perennials, shrubs, and even a few trees that flower during this time!

Perennials That Flower In June

Bridging the gap between spring ephemerals and summer flowers, these plants put on a show during the month of June! Your fresh-cut bouquets will be brimming with these gorgeous perennial flowering ornamental plants!

Beloved by butterflies and bees that are in full force at this time, many hummingbirds are getting into most of the US and in need of nectar to support themselves and their babies.

Perennials That Flower in June
Asiatic Lilies	Foamflower	Penstemon (Beardtongue)
Astilbe	Foamy Bells	Phlox (Tall Garden/Cushion)
Bee Balm	Foxglove	Salvia
Catmint/Catnip	Gaura	Scabiosa
Clematis Vines	Gaillardia (Blanket Flower)	Sea Holly
Cranesbill Hardy Geranium	Hollyhocks	Spiderwort
Coral Bells	Leadplant	Veronica
Coreopsis	Ligularia	Yarrow Plants
Daisies	Lungwort	Yucca Plants
Delphinium/Larkspur

Mix in some Ornamental Grasses, Ferns and other greenery for plenty of contrasting colors, textures, and supporting foliage that enhances your June blooms!

Daylilies are getting going and starting to enter bloom this month, as is Liatris (Gayfeather/Blazing Star), your Bellflowers too will be popping into bloom!

Shrubs Flowering In June

June is of course Rose Month! Roses are starting their flowering display throughout most of the US! Hybrid Teas, Grandifloras, Floribundas, Rugosa, Climbing Roses, and Landscape Shrub Roses galore!

A few Azaleas and Rhododendrons are still flowering, especially in cooler climates!

These other flowering shrubs are also putting on their best display in June!

June Flowering Bushes & Shrubs
Abelia	Hydrangeas	Sorbaria (False Spirea)
Butterfly Bushes	Mock Orange	Smokebush/Smoke Tree
California Lilac	New Jersey Tea	Spirea Shrubs
Carolina Allspice	Ninebark	St. John's Wort
Crape Myrtle & GreatMyrtle™	Potentilla	Strawberry Bush (Euonymus)
Deutzia	Rock Rose is still in bloom!	Summersweet
Elderberry	Rose of Sharon	Viburnum (some varieties)
Gardenia	Scarlet Bottlebrush	Weigela

Your Hardy Hibiscus is getting ready to pop out some blooms in many areas! Sumac bushes and tree-forms are also starting to flower.

Several of these selections have reblooming varieties that will bloom again in the fall, or keep blooming all summer long! Many of these shrubs produce showy seeds or berries in the late summer or autumn, plus a feast of fruit and seeds for birds in autumn.

Trees That Bloom The Month Of June

It’s not very many Trees that are flowering this month! But there are many that stand out from the crowd this month! Turn heads on the block and enjoy the shade, fragrance, and pollinators that appreciate having trees that provide both food and shelter!

Catalpa Trees
Chaste Trees
Chinese Chestnut/Chestnut Trees
Some Kousa Dogwood Trees still have showy bracts
Fringe Tree
Golden Raintree
Japanese Snowbell
Japanese Stewartia
Linden Trees (Basswood/Tilia)
Mimosa
Sourwood Tree
Southern and Sweetbay Magnolia
Japanese Tree Lilacs
Tuliptree
Wisteria (Trees and Vines)

Putting on a grand display, flowering trees during this month are ready to wow you with color, fragrance, and lovely blooms to the landscape.

Bring On The June Blooms!

June is also still a great time to get planting before the summer heat really kicks in! June is a busy time for gardeners and there is plenty to do outdoors!

Break out the mulch to help keep your plant's roots insulated from the summer sun and hold more moisture in the soil (which means less watering for you!). Keep deadheading your spring-flowering perennials and Roses to keep them blooming all summer!

While you are driving around on your summer road trips, you may see wildflowers like Queen Anne’s Lace, Chickory, Daisy Fleabane, Bindweed, Vetch, Oxeye and Common Daisy, Thistles, Sweet Clover, Milkweeds, and Campion are in flower! Just be careful because the lacy airy white blooms of Poison Hemlock may tempt you to snip a few blooms.

Check out all the perennials, flowering shrubs, and trees at NatureHills.com that also bloom in the summer and fall to fill your landscape with fresh flowers every month of the growing season! Then check out fruiting shrubs and trees that produce the first wave of summer fruit to harvest in June too!

Happy Planting!

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Frequently Asked Questions

What flowers bloom in june?

June brings peak blooming season for roses, including Hybrid Teas, Floribundas, and climbing varieties across most US zones. Popular perennials flowering this month include Asiatic lilies, bee balm, foxglove, penstemon, and early daylilies, while late-season azaleas and rhododendrons continue blooming in cooler northern areas. These June bloomers provide essential nectar for butterflies, bees, and migrating hummingbirds establishing territories. Plant a mix of these varieties to bridge the gap between spring ephemerals and high summer flowers.

Can you plant flowers in june?

Yes, you can plant flowers in June, though it's better suited for transplanting nursery-grown perennials and shrubs rather than starting from seed. June is an excellent time to plant container-grown roses, which are just entering their peak blooming season, along with summer perennials like bee balm, coreopsis, and salvia. In most zones, ensure newly planted flowers receive consistent watering during the heat of summer. Focus on established nursery plants rather than seeds for the best success rate in early summer planting.

Do flowers bloom or blossom?

Both "bloom" and "blossom" describe the flowering process, though "bloom" is more commonly used in gardening. "Blossom" traditionally refers to fruit tree flowers (like apple or cherry), while "bloom" applies to all flowering plants including perennials, shrubs, and ornamental trees. Most gardeners use "bloom" when discussing flower timing and duration throughout the growing season. For June flowering plants in zones 4-8, expect peak bloom periods to last 2-4 weeks depending on weather conditions and plant variety.

What are the best plants that flower in June for hot climates like Texas?

For hot Texas climates (zones 8-9), choose heat-tolerant June bloomers like Penstemon, Salvia, Gaillardia, and Yucca plants among perennials, plus drought-resistant roses such as rugosa and landscape shrub varieties. These plants thrive in intense summer heat while providing continuous color through the challenging early summer months. Plant in morning sun locations with afternoon shade protection, and establish deep watering schedules before peak summer heat arrives.

When is the ideal time to plant annuals like zinnias, marigolds, and cosmos for June blooms?

To achieve June blooms with zinnias, marigolds, and cosmos, start seeds indoors 4-6 weeks before your last frost date, or direct sow outdoors 2-3 weeks after the last frost when soil temperatures reach 60-65°F. In most zones, this means planting outdoors in late April to early May. These warm-season annuals need consistently warm soil and air temperatures to germinate and establish properly. For best results, wait until nighttime temperatures consistently stay above 50°F before transplanting seedlings outdoors.

How do I care for heat-tolerant flowers like lantana and pentas during summer heat?

Heat-tolerant flowers like lantana and pentas thrive in zones 8-11 with minimal care once established, but benefit from deep weekly watering (1-1.5 inches) during peak summer heat. Apply 2-3 inches of mulch around the base to retain soil moisture and keep roots cool. Deadhead spent blooms regularly and provide afternoon shade in zones with intense heat above 95°F. Water early morning to reduce evaporation and avoid wet foliage during hot afternoons.

How often should I deadhead June-blooming flowers like roses and perennials to encourage more blooms?

For roses and most June-blooming perennials, deadhead spent flowers every 3-5 days during peak blooming season to maximize flower production. Remove faded blooms by cutting back to the first 5-leaflet leaf on roses, or cut perennial stems back to the next flower bud or basal foliage. In zones 5-9, consistent deadheading from June through August can extend blooming periods by 4-6 weeks for repeat bloomers like hybrid tea roses and salvias. Check your plants twice weekly and remove any spent blooms immediately to redirect energy into new flower development rather than seed production.

What soil and watering needs do moisture-loving June perennials like Rodgersia have?

Moisture-loving June perennials like Rodgersia thrive in consistently moist, well-draining soil with high organic content and prefer partial shade conditions in zones 5-8. These plants require regular watering to maintain soil moisture at 1-2 inches deep, especially during hot summer months when their large leaves increase water loss. Mulch around the base with 2-3 inches of organic matter to retain moisture and keep roots cool. Water deeply 2-3 times weekly rather than frequent shallow watering to encourage strong root development.

How can I protect late-emerging June flowers like Thalictrum from late spring frosts?

Thalictrum (Meadow Rue) emerges late in spring and can be damaged by unexpected frosts in zones 4-7 where temperatures may still dip below 32°F in late May or early June. Cover emerging shoots with lightweight frost cloth or even old bedsheets when overnight temperatures are predicted to drop below 35°F, removing the protection once morning temperatures rise. You can also delay planting containerized Thalictrum until after your last frost date, or choose cold-hardy varieties like Thalictrum rochebrunianum that tolerate brief cold snaps better. Monitor local weather forecasts closely during the transition period and keep protective materials readily available for quick deployment.

Is June a good month to plant summer-blooming bulbs such as dahlias and gladiolus?

June is an excellent time to plant summer-blooming bulbs like dahlias and gladiolus, as soil temperatures have warmed sufficiently (60°F or higher) and the danger of frost has passed in most zones. In zones 3-7, plant these tender bulbs from late May through mid-June for peak summer blooms. Plant dahlia tubers 4-6 inches deep and gladiolus corms 4-5 inches deep in well-draining soil with full sun exposure. For continuous blooms, stagger gladiolus plantings every 2 weeks through early July.