Flowers

18 Beautiful Blooms Starting with D

Explore our guide to18 beautiful blooms starting with D. Discover the charm of Daffodils, Dahlias and more, with tips on growing and caring for these delightful flowers in your garden.

 

Flowers make our gardens look pretty. Some flowers have names that start with the letter D. Let’s learn about 18 of these lovely flowers and how to grow them.

 

1. Daffodil

Three white daffodil flowers with yellow centers in full bloom.

Here is the completed chart with detailed information about the Daffodil flower:

Category Details
Botanical Name Narcissus
Common Name Daffodil
Plant Zone 5-11
Sun Exposure Full sun to partial shade
Soil Type Well-drained, moderately fertile
Watering Moderate, keep soil moist
Growth Habit Clump-forming
Height/Spread 6-20 inches tall, 6-12 inches wide
Special Features Deer-resistant, long-lasting blooms, excellent for naturalizing

 

Daffodils are bright yellow flowers that bloom in spring. They grow from bulbs and come back every year. Daffodils are easy to grow and can make your garden look sunny.

 

2. Dahlia

 A large pink dahlia flower with vibrant yellow centers blooming in a lush garden setting.

Here is a completed chart with detailed information about the Dahlia flower:

Category Details
Botanical Name Dahlia
Common Name Dahlia
Plant Zone 8-10 (can be grown as annuals in colder zones)
Sun Exposure Full sun
Soil Type Well-drained, rich, and fertile
Watering Regular, keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
Growth Habit Bushy, upright
Height/Spread 1-6 feet tall, 1-3 feet wide
Special Features Wide variety of colors and forms, attracts pollinators, excellent for cut flowers

 

Dahlias have big, colorful flowers. They come in many shapes and colors. Dahlias like full sun and bloom in late summer.

 

3. Daisy

White daisies with yellow centers, a beautiful sight in this Daisy photo.

Here is a completed chart with detailed information about the Daisy flower:

Category Details
Botanical Name Bellis perennis (common daisy)
Common Name Daisy
Plant Zone 4-8
Sun Exposure Full sun to partial shade
Soil Type Well-drained, moderately fertile
Watering Moderate, keep soil moist but not soggy
Growth Habit Clump-forming, spreading
Height/Spread 6-12 inches tall, 6-12 inches wide
Special Features Low maintenance, attracts pollinators, good for borders and containers

 

Daisies are simple flowers with white petals and yellow centers. They are easy to grow and bloom for a long time. Daisies make great cut flowers for your home.

 

4. Delphinium

Vase with a beautiful purple Delphinium flower.

Here is a completed chart with detailed information about the Delphinium flower:

Category Details
Botanical Name Delphinium
Common Name Delphinium
Plant Zone 3-7
Sun Exposure Full sun
Soil Type Well-drained, rich, and fertile
Watering Regular, keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
Growth Habit Upright, tall spikes
Height/Spread 2-6 feet tall, 1-2 feet wide
Special Features Attractive to pollinators, stunning tall flower spikes, ideal for back of borders, needs staking in windy areas

 

Delphiniums are tall flowers with blue, purple, or white blooms. They look great in the back of a garden. Delphiniums need support to grow straight.

 

5. Dianthus

A close up of a red and white Dianthus flower.

Here is a completed chart with detailed information about Dianthus flowers:

Category Details
Botanical Name Dianthus
Common Name Pinks, Carnations, Sweet William
Plant Zone 3-9
Sun Exposure Full sun
Soil Type Well-drained, neutral to slightly alkaline
Watering Moderate, avoid waterlogging
Growth Habit Clump-forming, mounding
Height/Spread 6-24 inches tall, 6-12 inches wide
Special Features Fragrant, attracts butterflies, long blooming period, excellent for borders and rock gardens

 

Dianthus flowers are small and often have a sweet smell. They can be pink, red, or white. Some types of Dianthus are called Carnations.

 

6. Daylily

 Red and yellow daylilies blooming in front of a wall.

Here is a completed chart with detailed information about the Daylily flower:

Category Details
Botanical Name Hemerocallis
Common Name Daylily
Plant Zone 3-9
Sun Exposure Full sun to partial shade
Soil Type Well-drained, adaptable to various soil types
Watering Moderate, drought-tolerant once established
Growth Habit Clump-forming, arching leaves
Height/Spread 1-4 feet tall, 1-3 feet wide
Special Features Low maintenance, blooms last only one day but plant produces many flowers, attracts pollinators, resistant to pests and diseases

 

Daylilies are tough flowers that grow well in many places. Each flower lasts only one day, but the plant makes many flowers. Daylilies come in lots of colors.

 

7. Dogwood

 Blossoming Dogwood flowers in full bloom.

Here is a completed chart with detailed information about the Dogwood tree:

Category Details
Botanical Name Cornus
Common Name Dogwood
Plant Zone 3-9
Sun Exposure Full sun to partial shade
Soil Type Well-drained, rich, slightly acidic
Watering Regular, keep soil consistently moist
Growth Habit Upright, spreading
Height/Spread 15-30 feet tall, 15-30 feet wide
Special Features Showy flowers, attractive foliage, colorful fall foliage, ornamental berries, good for wildlife gardens

 

Dogwood is a tree with pretty flowers. The flowers can be white or pink. Dogwoods are good for small gardens and give shade.

 

8. Dutchman’s Breeches

Photograph of Dutchman's Breeches, also known as bleeding heart

Here is a completed chart with detailed information about Dutchman’s Breeches:

Category Details
Botanical Name Dicentra cucullaria
Common Name Dutchman’s Breeches
Plant Zone 3-7
Sun Exposure Partial shade to full shade
Soil Type Well-drained, humus-rich, slightly acidic
Watering Moderate, keep soil moist during growing season
Growth Habit Clump-forming, low-growing
Height/Spread 6-12 inches tall, 6-12 inches wide
Special Features Unique, heart-shaped flowers, early spring bloomer, attracts pollinators, deer-resistant

 

Dutchman’s Breeches are spring flowers that look like little white pants. They grow in shady woods and are native to North America.

 

9. Dame’s Rocket

Purple Dame's Rocket flowers blooming in a field.

Here is a completed chart with detailed information about the Dame’s Rocket flower:

Category Details
Botanical Name Hesperis matronalis
Common Name Dame’s Rocket
Plant Zone 3-8
Sun Exposure Full sun to partial shade
Soil Type Well-drained, fertile
Watering Moderate, keep soil evenly moist
Growth Habit Upright, branching
Height/Spread 2-4 feet tall, 1-2 feet wide
Special Features Fragrant flowers, attracts pollinators, self-seeds readily, blooms in late spring to early summer

 

Dame’s Rocket has purple or white flowers that smell nice at night. It’s easy to grow but can spread fast. Some places think it’s a weed.

 

10. Dandelion

Here is a completed chart with detailed information about the Dandelion flower:

Category Details
Botanical Name Taraxacum officinale
Common Name Dandelion
Plant Zone 3-10
Sun Exposure Full sun to partial shade
Soil Type Well-drained, adaptable to various soil types
Watering Low to moderate, drought-tolerant
Growth Habit Rosette-forming, taprooted
Height/Spread 6-12 inches tall, 6-12 inches wide
Special Features Edible leaves and roots, medicinal properties, attracts pollinators, self-seeds readily

 

Dandelions have yellow flowers that turn into fluffy white seeds. Many people think they’re weeds, but dandelions can be good for bees and are even edible.

 

11. Desert Rose

A close-up photo of a Desert Rose, a pink flower with water droplets.

Here is a completed chart with detailed information about the Desert Rose:

Category Details
Botanical Name Adenium obesum
Common Name Desert Rose
Plant Zone 10-11 (can be grown indoors in cooler zones)
Sun Exposure Full sun
Soil Type Well-drained, sandy or loamy
Watering Low to moderate, allow soil to dry out between waterings
Growth Habit Shrub-like, succulent trunk
Height/Spread 2-3 feet tall, 2-3 feet wide
Special Features Showy, tubular flowers, drought-tolerant, unique swollen trunk, ideal for container gardening

 

Desert Rose is a plant with thick stems and pretty pink flowers. It likes hot, dry places and is often grown as a houseplant.

 

12. Drumstick Allium

 Purple Drumstick Allium flowers in a garden.

Here is a completed chart with detailed information about Drumstick Allium:

Category Details
Botanical Name Allium sphaerocephalon
Common Name Drumstick Allium
Plant Zone 4-8
Sun Exposure Full sun
Soil Type Well-drained, moderately fertile
Watering Moderate, allow soil to dry out between waterings
Growth Habit Upright, clump-forming
Height/Spread 18-24 inches tall, 6-12 inches wide
Special Features Unique round flower heads resembling drumsticks, attracts pollinators, adds architectural interest to gardens

 

Drumstick Allium has round purple flowers on tall stems. They look like little balls on sticks. These flowers are part of the onion family.

 

13. Dwarf Morning Glory

Blue and yellow Dwarf Morning Glory flower with white center.

Here is a completed chart with detailed information about the Dwarf Morning Glory:

Category Details
Botanical Name Convolvulus sabatius
Common Name Dwarf Morning Glory
Plant Zone 9-11 (can be grown as an annual in cooler zones)
Sun Exposure Full sun to partial shade
Soil Type Well-drained, sandy or loamy
Watering Moderate, allow soil to dry out slightly between waterings
Growth Habit Trailing or spreading
Height/Spread 6-12 inches tall, 12-24 inches wide
Special Features Bright, funnel-shaped flowers, excellent for hanging baskets and containers, low maintenance, attracts pollinators

 

Dwarf Morning Glory has small blue or purple flowers that open in the morning. It’s good for hanging baskets or as a ground cover.

 

14. Dusty Miller

A close-up view of a vibrant yellow flower in a pot, surrounded by the silvery foliage of Dusty Miller.

Here is a completed chart with detailed information about Dusty Miller:

Category Details
Botanical Name Jacobaea maritima (formerly Senecio cineraria)
Common Name Dusty Miller
Plant Zone 7-10
Sun Exposure Full sun to partial shade
Soil Type Well-drained, moderately fertile
Watering Moderate, allow soil to dry out slightly between waterings
Growth Habit Compact, mound-forming
Height/Spread 6-12 inches tall, 12-18 inches wide
Special Features Silvery, woolly foliage, low maintenance, good for borders and containers, drought-tolerant once established

 

Dusty Miller is grown for its silvery-gray leaves. It has small yellow flowers but is mostly used for its pretty foliage. Dusty Miller is good for container gardens.

 

15. Daphne

Pink Daphne flower in close-up view.

Here is a completed chart with detailed information about Daphne:

Category Details
Botanical Name Daphne spp.
Common Name Daphne
Plant Zone 4-9
Sun Exposure Partial shade to full sun
Soil Type Well-drained, rich, acidic to neutral
Watering Regular, keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
Growth Habit Compact, shrub-like
Height/Spread 2-4 feet tall, 3-4 feet wide
Special Features Fragrant flowers, attractive evergreen foliage, often used as an ornamental shrub, requires good drainage and protection from harsh conditions

 

Daphne is a bush with small, very fragrant flowers. It can be pink or white. Daphne likes partial shade and well-drained soil.

 

16. Dragon Flower

 A delicate white Dragon Flower featuring vibrant yellow stamens, showcasing its elegant beauty in nature.

Here is a completed chart with detailed information about the Dragon Flower:

Category Details
Botanical Name Canna indica (common Dragon Flower)
Common Name Dragon Flower
Plant Zone 8-11 (can be grown as an annual in cooler zones)
Sun Exposure Full sun
Soil Type Well-drained, rich, and fertile
Watering Regular, keep soil consistently moist
Growth Habit Upright, clumping
Height/Spread 3-6 feet tall, 2-4 feet wide
Special Features Vibrant, tropical-looking flowers, large decorative leaves, adds dramatic color to gardens, attracts pollinators

 

Dragon Flower, also called Snapdragon, has flowers that look like little dragon mouths. They come in many colors and are fun for kids to pinch and open.

 

17. Datura

A white Datura flower prominently displayed with lush green leaves in the background, showcasing its delicate beauty.

Here is a completed chart with detailed information about Datura:

Category Details
Botanical Name Datura spp.
Common Name Datura, Devil’s Trumpet, Angel’s Trumpet
Plant Zone 9-11 (can be grown as an annual in cooler zones)
Sun Exposure Full sun
Soil Type Well-drained, rich, and fertile
Watering Regular, keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
Growth Habit Upright, bushy
Height/Spread 2-6 feet tall, 2-4 feet wide
Special Features Large, trumpet-shaped flowers, often fragrant, attracts pollinators, can be toxic if ingested, needs ample space to grow

 

Datura has big trumpet-shaped flowers that open at night. The flowers smell nice but the plant is poisonous, so be careful.

 

18. Dahlia Pinnata

A bee is perched on a white Dahlia Pinnata flower, with lush green leaves framing the delicate bloom.

Here is a completed chart with detailed information about Dahlia pinnata:

Category Details
Botanical Name Dahlia pinnata
Common Name Garden Dahlia
Plant Zone 8-11 (can be grown as an annual in cooler zones)
Sun Exposure Full sun
Soil Type Well-drained, rich, and fertile
Watering Regular, keep soil consistently moist
Growth Habit Upright, bushy
Height/Spread 2-4 feet tall, 1-3 feet wide
Special Features Large, showy flowers in a range of colors, long blooming period, good for cut flowers, needs staking in windy areas
  1. wers like full sun, others like shade. Plant them in the right spot.
  2. Water right: Don’t water too much or too little. Learn what each flower needs.
  3. Deadhead: Cut off dead flowers to make the plant bloom more.
  4. Protect from pests: Watch for bugs and diseases. Ask for help if you’re not sure what’s wrong.

Growing flowers is fun and makes your home look nice. Try some of these D flowers in your garden!

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