There is nothing more refreshing and encouraging than the sight of gorgeous flowering trees showing off their spring blooms after a long winter. You can’t help but feel happy, uplifted, hopeful and joyful – like you’re finally seeing the light at the end of that long tunnel of winter. Us gardeners understand that these kinds of gifts are indeed that – a gift. I can’t think of a better way to celebrate the coming of spring than planting a blooming tree in your yard. Well, maybe some blooming bulbs and flowers and greenery too, but that’s another post.

We’ve included beautiful blooming trees for spring can be seen from coast to coast, and can be found at almost any nursery, or online! If you’re looking for some perfect options to complete your landscaping and create a beautiful show of color alongside your spring bulbs, these are the trees for you.

Plant them bare root in early spring or from pots later on, and make sure you choose a place in your yard to show it off. Because trees aren’t just for the homeowner, they are for the whole neighborhood and community! Check out our top picks and how to grow them!

Flowering Trees that Bloom in Spring with Pink Flowers

Got a thing for pink? We get it! It’s one of those classic spring colors, and it can add a beautiful burst of color to any yard. Here are our favorite spring blooming trees in gorgeous pink hues.

Saucer Magnolia

Photos by New York Botanical Gardens. The saucer magnolia is a relative of the Southern magnolia, but is much more suited to smaller gardens. Growing only 20-30 feet high and wide, this tree often has multiple trunks which is really attractive in the landscape. 

Pink and white cupped fragrant flowers bloom from February through April in most areas. This tree is not evergreen. Saucer magnolia blooms before it leafs out, so the blooms take center stage. Can be planted down to zone 4. Gorgeous tree!

Flowering Japanese Cherry

Photo by Southern Living. There are several cultivars of Japanese cherry, some produce fruit that birds love with white and pink flowers, others have deep pink blooms and are fruitless. Most grow at a medium rate to 40 feet. Blooming from March through early May, these trees grow well down to zone 5 and are the same trees responsible for the cherry blossom festivals around the world.

Eastern Redbud

Photo by BHG. The Eastern redbud is native to America, and was a favorite of George Washington. This tree blooms with abundance in April with deep pink flower clusters, attracting birds and butterflies to the nectar. Growing 20-30 feet, the redbud is a spring blooming tree that has a graceful, interesting shape that makes it a great year round tree, as well. Hardy to zone 4, it needs at least four hours of direct sun a day to flourish.

Flowering Crabapple

‘Brandywine’ Photo by BHG. This is our favorite variety of crabapple, though there are dozens, maybe more. Brandywine has fragrant rosy blooms that look like roses. Varieties bloom in varying shades of pink and white, both single and double blossoms. Growing to 20 feet tall and hardy down to zone 4, these trees also have a wonderful fall foliage display in shades of orange-red to purple. The small round fruits in the fall are loved by birds and a welcome food source as the other options begin to dwindle.

KV’ Flowering Plum Tree

Photo by Fast Growing Trees. The KV (Krauter Vesuvius) Plum is one of the most stunning blooming trees in spring, and it also provides lots of tasty cherry plums! This tree bursts into life in spring, with dark purple leaves and soft pink blossoms, creating a gorgeous contrast. The small plums ripen in the fall. 

If you’re hunting for trees that bloom in spring but don’t grow too tall, this is a great choice. Its maximum height is 15-20 feet, with an oval-shaped canopy that throws a nice amount of shade. It’s hardy through zones 4 to 9, and is also smog and pollution tolerant, making it a great choice if you live in or near a large city.

Flowring Trees for White Spring Blooms

Lots of trees that bloom in spring have white flowers in various sizes. From the giant flowers of a magnolia to tiny dogwood flowers, these beautiful trees suit any yard aesthetic. Here are some of our favorites! 

Southern Magnolia

Photo by Amazing Nature. If you live in the South, there is no other tree for you. But most people don’t realize that this stately, evergreen tree with fragrant blooms can be grown down to zone 6. We see them here in the inland PNW all the time, I grew up with one in the front yard of my childhood home in Northern Cali, and they thrive in Seattle too! 

Growing in an oval shape to 60 feet tall, you will need to leave it some room. (It is a slow grower). It is covered with fragrant white blooms in spring with periodic blooms the rest of the year. The blooms are followed by seed pods that look kind of like pine cones, but the birds love them. Can be grown in most soils, in full or partial sun, and can withstand some drought once established. Tip: The evergreen branches of these spring blooming trees are amazing holiday decor as well!

Dogwood

Photo by The Planting Tree. The dogwood may just be America’s favorite spring tree, and it is stunning. There are many varieties, but the most popular are the white and the pink dogwood. Smaller at 25 feet high and wide with a rounded shape, these flowers bloom in April – May and are followed by red fruits in the fall. This tree is stunning with its fall color as the leaves turn a deep red-purple. Hardy to zone 5.

Vanilla Twist Redbud Tree

Photo by Fast Growing Trees. We already talked about the Eastern redbud, but the vanilla twist is another variant that can add a beautiful pop of springtime to your backyard – this time in white! With a gorgeous weeping canopy, it’s whimsical and cottagey, with heart-shaped, deep green leaves. This beauty thrives in zones 5 to 9.

Yoshino Cherry Tree

Photo by Fast Growing Trees. Cherry trees are just the epitome of spring, aren’t they? The Yoshino has full, bright white blooms that pop into life early in spring – there’s a good chance it will be the first plant to flower in your garden each season! 

It’s a stunning ornamental tree with a beautiful branching pattern, it’s drought resistant, and it’s not too fussy about what type of soil it’s in. The Yoshino does best in zones 5 to 8 in full sun or partial shade.

Other Colors of Flowering Trees for Stunning Spring Blooms

If pink or white isn’t your style, there are plenty of other flowering trees for spring blooms with other colors to choose from! These trees all bloom in spring, and each of them adds a unique, stunning pop of color to your garden.

Golden Chain Tree

Photo by Primrose. The golden chain tree is a gorgeous tree that is a nice change from the usual pink and white spring blooms. Lovely grown together as an allee, this tree has drooping clusters of bright yellow flowers that are sweetly fragrant. Growing to just 20 feet tall, there is space in most gardens for this stunning specimen tree. This tree is hardy down to zone 6, and requires more water and tolerates less hot sun than the cherry trees do. Our favorite variety is ‘Vossi’.

Double Blue Lilac

Photo by Fast Growing Trees. If you’re looking for flowering trees for spring blooms that can also add to your edible landscaping ideas, lilacs are a great option! And if you’re lookign to add some variety to your spring colors with purple or deep blue flowers, the double blue lilac is a great choice. It’s cold-hardy, and resilient to disease, and if you struggle with keeping deer out of your garden, you’ll be pleased to know they won’t eat it! As well as its stunning and fragrant flowers (that attract butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees), this tree has stunning dark green foliage.

Wisteria

Photo by Fast Growing Trees. No list of blooming trees in spring would be complete without mentioning wisteria! There are lots of different types of wisteria, and some can grow extremely tall, so make sure you know what you’re getting yourself into before planting this in your backyard. 

It flowers between April and June, it tends to be drought resistant, and it’s a nice low-maintenance addition – perfect if you’ve already got your hands full in the garden! It does best in zones 4 to 9. 

Julia Child Rose Tree

Photo by Fast Growing Trees. If you’re a fan of roses, the Julia Child Rose Tree should be at the top of your list of trees that bloom in spring. You can enjoy an abundance of stunning, buttery-yellow roses through spring and summer, against beautiful dark green foliage. 

The other reason we love this rose tree is that it’s one of the easiest roses to grow. It’s hardy, pest resistant, and just needs a good amount of sunshine. It’s perfect for zones 4 through 9, works well in a garden or on a patio, and can even be planted in a container!

Plant Flowering Trees for Spring Blooms Next Season!

They say the best time to plant a tree is ten years ago, and the next best time is today! Hopefully, we’ve given you some inspo and helped you identify the best trees that bloom in spring for your home.

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