Seeds and Flower Bulbs for Shaded Area

Shade, in its many forms, poses interesting challenges but the difficulties are not insurmountable. Shady areas can be transformed into areas of lush and colorful foliage and flowers if you know what works best under these conditions. Our section of seeds and flower bulbs for shaded areas highlights the specific varieties needed depending on the number of hours of sunlight your area receives. Identify the type of shade you have and choose varieties that will bloom all season long to transform your shady areas into colorful showpieces. Our shade-loving perennials and bulbs are available in plenty to suit any gardener's landscaping requirements.

What to know about shady garden spaces

  • Partial shaded areas recieve at least 5 hours of sunlight per day
  • Shaded areas also tend to be wetter, so check your soil as well as the number of shaded hours
  • If nothing grows underneath a canopy of trees, the soil may be highly acidic - test to find out
  • Shaded, woodland gardens can be magical places

  • main-collection-product-grid A close-up of vibrant white carpet of snow alyssum flowers, showcasing their delicate petals. | copyright: Floramedia UK Ltd

    Sweet Alyssum Seeds - Carpet of Snow

    Exactly how it sounds—a white groundcover to give the illusion of winter

    Sweet Alyssum Seeds - Carpet of Snow

    Exactly how it sounds—a white groundcover to give the illusion of winter
    As Low As $5.49
    As Low As $5.49
  • main-collection-product-grid Long Lasting Mix tulip in vibrant red with orange hints on a green background

    60 Days of Tulips - Long Lasting Mix

    You'll have the longest-lasting tulips in the neighborhood

    60 Days of Tulips - Long Lasting Mix

    You'll have the longest-lasting tulips in the neighborhood
    As Low As $37.49
    As Low As $37.49
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    Texas Wildflower Seed Mix

    24 beautiful wildflowers that thrive in Texas' subtropical and arid regions

    Texas Wildflower Seed Mix

    24 beautiful wildflowers that thrive in Texas' subtropical and arid regions
    As Low As $10.49
    As Low As $10.49
  • main-collection-product-grid Leaf blend lettush growing in a garden showcasing the multiple colors of the mix.

    Lettuce Seeds - Leaf Blend

    Mixture of eight different lettuce leaves

    Lettuce Seeds - Leaf Blend

    Mixture of eight different lettuce leaves
    As Low As $4.99
    As Low As $4.99
  • main-collection-product-grid A close-up of a bunch of fresh, vibrant green Italian parsley with slender stems and flat leaves.

    Parsley Seeds - Italian

    Robust and fresh, flat leaves commonly used in cooking

    Parsley Seeds - Italian

    Robust and fresh, flat leaves commonly used in cooking
    As Low As $4.99
    As Low As $4.99
  • main-collection-product-grid Pink Pepperbox Poppy single bloom with green seed pod on a blurred green background

    Poppy Seeds - Pepperbox

    This multipurpose flower is perfect for bouquets and baking

    Poppy Seeds - Pepperbox

    This multipurpose flower is perfect for bouquets and baking
    As Low As $5.49
    As Low As $5.49
  • main-collection-product-grid Snapdragon passion mix deep red flowers held by person against a blurred background

    Snapdragon Seeds - Passion (Red) Mix

    This blend of fiery flowers is a favorite with pollinators

    Snapdragon Seeds - Passion (Red) Mix

    This blend of fiery flowers is a favorite with pollinators
    As Low As $5.99
    As Low As $5.99
  • main-collection-product-grid A closeup of vibrant magenta gayfeather flowers in a garden setting.

    Gayfeather / Blazing Star Seeds

    With tall purple, spiky plumes, gayfeather is ideal in containers by the front door

    Gayfeather / Blazing Star Seeds

    With tall purple, spiky plumes, gayfeather is ideal in containers by the front door
    As Low As $5.49
    As Low As $5.49
  • main-collection-product-grid A close-up shot of the "White Feather" Hosta's delicate white leaves, with subtle green veining.

    Hosta Roots - White Feather

    Cream-colored foliage adds interest to a predominantly green garden

    Hosta Roots - White Feather

    Cream-colored foliage adds interest to a predominantly green garden
    As Low As $18.99
    As Low As $18.99
  • main-collection-product-grid Johnny jump up small purple and yellow blooms with green leaves on a blurred backdrop.

    Johnny Jump Up Seeds

    From groundcover to garnish, there's endless potential for this versatile wildflower

    Johnny Jump Up Seeds

    From groundcover to garnish, there's endless potential for this versatile wildflower
    As Low As $5.49
    As Low As $5.49
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    Lily of the Valley Roots

    Round out your flower garden with this spring-blooming native perennial
    Sale

    Lily of the Valley Roots

    Round out your flower garden with this spring-blooming native perennial
    As Low As $12.99
    $15.99 As Low As $12.99
    Sale
  • main-collection-product-grid Mixed Nasturtium Tall flowers in orange, red, and yellow on a green garden background

    Nasturtium Seeds (Tall) - Mixed Colors

    Let these aromatic jewel-toned blooms climb any wall, fence, or archway

    Nasturtium Seeds (Tall) - Mixed Colors

    Let these aromatic jewel-toned blooms climb any wall, fence, or archway
    As Low As $5.49
    As Low As $5.49
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    Allium Bulbs (Giant) - Gladiator

    Sizeable globe-shaped blooms are striking in fresh flower arrangements

    Allium Bulbs (Giant) - Gladiator

    Sizeable globe-shaped blooms are striking in fresh flower arrangements
    As Low As $34.99
    As Low As $34.99
  • main-collection-product-grid A cluster of dense, lacy bishop flower heads on sturdy stems.

    Bishop's Flower Seeds

    Versatile wildflower doubles as bouquet filler and pollinator attractor

    Bishop's Flower Seeds

    Versatile wildflower doubles as bouquet filler and pollinator attractor
    As Low As $5.49
    As Low As $5.49
  • main-collection-product-grid Bloomsdale Long Standing spinach plant with green leaves, showing its texture and vibrant color.

    Spinach Seeds - Bloomsdale Long Standing

    Slow to bolt variety of meaty, dark green leaves

    Spinach Seeds - Bloomsdale Long Standing

    Slow to bolt variety of meaty, dark green leaves
    As Low As $4.99
    As Low As $4.99
  • main-collection-product-grid Pansy pastel mix soft pink, purple and yellow blooms bunched together on a plain backdrop.

    Pansy Seeds - Pastel Mix

    Sweet and soft petals that are simultaneously durable and versatile

    Pansy Seeds - Pastel Mix

    Sweet and soft petals that are simultaneously durable and versatile
    $7.49
    $7.49
  • main-collection-product-grid Close-up of several white anemone flowers held in womans hands, blooming in a garden.

    Anemone Bulbs - De Caen White

    A quintessential anemone with cream-colored petals framing a black eye

    Anemone Bulbs - De Caen White

    A quintessential anemone with cream-colored petals framing a black eye
    As Low As $34.49
    As Low As $34.49
  • main-collection-product-grid Arugula Rocket leaves piled together ready for preparation on a neutral background.

    Arugula Seeds (Organic) - Rocket

    Easy to grow peppery addition to salads and sandwiches
    Sale

    Arugula Seeds (Organic) - Rocket

    Easy to grow peppery addition to salads and sandwiches
    As Low As $6.99
    $155.99 As Low As $6.99
    Sale
  • main-collection-product-grid Blue delphinium blue mix flowers growing in a bright sunny garden setting.

    Delphinium Seeds - Blue Mix

    A mix of color as deep as the sea and as expansive as the sky
    Out of Stock

    Delphinium Seeds - Blue Mix

    A mix of color as deep as the sea and as expansive as the sky
    $7.49
    $7.49
    Out of Stock
  • main-collection-product-grid Salmon-pink Nasturtium Salmon Baby flower against a blurred green background

    Nasturtium Seeds - Salmon Baby

    Ruffled peach petals are sure to captivate any visitors to your garden

    Nasturtium Seeds - Salmon Baby

    Ruffled peach petals are sure to captivate any visitors to your garden
    As Low As $5.49
    As Low As $5.49
  • main-collection-product-grid Blue forget me not blue flowers growing against a blurred green background. | copyright: Floramedia UK Ltd

    Forget Me Not Seeds - Blue

    These dainty blue florets will make a lasting impression

    Forget Me Not Seeds - Blue

    These dainty blue florets will make a lasting impression
    As Low As $5.49
    As Low As $5.49
  • main-collection-product-grid A close-up view of the blanket flowers with vibrant red and yellow petals, showcasing its details.

    Blanket Flower Seeds

    Colorful heirloom and native wildflower capable of naturalizing anywhere

    Blanket Flower Seeds

    Colorful heirloom and native wildflower capable of naturalizing anywhere
    As Low As $5.49
    As Low As $5.49
  • main-collection-product-grid Bright orange Danvers 126 carrots are shown in a bunch, with green tops, and some carrot slices. | copyright: Floramedia UK Ltd

    Carrot Seeds - Danvers 126

    Long and thin with a delicious taste

    Carrot Seeds - Danvers 126

    Long and thin with a delicious taste
    As Low As $4.99
    As Low As $4.99
  • main-collection-product-grid Peach foxglove dalmatian peach blooms on tall stems against a blurred green background.

    Foxglove Seeds - Dalmatian Peach

    Member of the Dalmation series of petite, early first-year-flowering perennials

    Foxglove Seeds - Dalmatian Peach

    Member of the Dalmation series of petite, early first-year-flowering perennials
    $6.49
    $6.49

What to know about shady garden spaces

  • Partial shaded areas recieve at least 5 hours of sunlight per day
  • Shaded areas also tend to be wetter, so check your soil as well as the number of shaded hours
  • If nothing grows underneath a canopy of trees, the soil may be highly acidic - test to find out
  • Shaded, woodland gardens can be magical places

Shade, in its many forms, poses interesting challenges but the difficulties are not insurmountable. Shady areas can be transformed into areas of lush and colorful foliage and flowers if you know what works best under these conditions. Our section of seeds and flower bulbs for shaded areas highlights the specific varieties needed depending on the number of hours of sunlight your area receives. Identify the type of shade you have and choose varieties that will bloom all season long to transform your shady areas into colorful showpieces. Our shade-loving perennials and bulbs are available in plenty to suit any gardener's landscaping requirements.