Flowers That Start with H

“Explore a vibrant array of botanical diversity with ‘100 Flowers That Start With H’. From the delicate hues of hibiscus to the striking beauty of hydrangeas, this collection showcases nature’s floral wonders. Discover how each flower, from heliotropes to hellebores, captivates with unique shapes, colors, and fragrances, celebrating the rich tapestry of botanical marvels.”

Helenium

Common Names: Sneezeweed, Helen’s Flower
Family: Asteraceae
Origin: Native to North and Central America
Bloom Time: Late summer to fall
Flower Colors: Yellow, red, orange
Height: 1-5 feet
Attracts: Butterflies and bees
Care: Prefers full sun and well-drained soil
Uses: Ornamental gardens, cut flowers

Helichrysum

Common Names: Strawflower, Everlasting
Family: Asteraceae
Origin: Native to Africa, Madagascar, and Eurasia
Bloom Time: Spring to summer
Flower Colors: Yellow, white, pink, red
Height: 1-3 feet
Attracts: Butterflies
Care: Prefers full sun and well-drained soil
Uses: Dried flower arrangements, ornamental gardens

Hellebore

Common Names: Christmas Rose, Lenten Rose
Family: Ranunculaceae
Origin: Native to Europe and Asia
Bloom Time: Late winter to early spring
Flower Colors: White, pink, purple, green
Height: 1-2 feet
Attracts: Bees
Care: Prefers partial shade and well-drained soil
Uses: Shade gardens, winter interest, ground cover

Heliconia

Common Names: Lobster Claw, False Bird-of-Paradise
Family: Heliconiaceae
Origin: Native to tropical Americas, Pacific Islands
Flower Structure: Distinctive, beak-like bracts in vibrant colors
Bloom Time: Year-round in tropical climates
Height: 3-20 feet
Habitat: Requires warm temperatures, full sun, and moisture
Uses: Tropical gardens, cut flowers

Heliotrope

Common Names: Cherry Pie Plant
Family: Boraginaceae
Origin: Native to South America
Flower Type: Clusters of tiny, fragrant purple, blue, or white blooms
Bloom Time: Summer to fall
Height: 1-3 feet
Fragrance: Sweet, vanilla-like scent
Care: Prefers full sun to partial shade, well-drained soil

Hepatica

Common Names: Liverwort
Family: Ranunculaceae
Origin: Native to temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere
Bloom Time: Early spring
Flower Colors: Blue, purple, white
Height: 4-6 inches
Habitat: Woodlands, prefers moist, well-drained soil
Uses: Shade gardens, early season ground cover

Hibiscus

Common Names: Rose Mallow, Shoeblackplant
Family: Malvaceae
Origin: Native to warm temperate, subtropical, and tropical regions
Flower Type: Large, trumpet-shaped blooms in various colors
Bloom Time: Summer to fall
Height: 3-8 feet
Care: Needs full sun, moist, well-drained soil

Hieracium

Common Names: Hawkweed
Family: Asteraceae
Origin: Widely distributed in temperate regions worldwide
Flower Type: Small, daisy-like flowers in clusters
Bloom Time: Late spring to summer
Height: Varies by species, typically low-growing
Habitat: Meadows, grasslands, open woodlands

Hippeastrum

Common Names: Amaryllis
Family: Amaryllidaceae
Origin: Native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas
Flower Type: Large, trumpet-shaped blooms in various colors
Bloom Time: Winter to spring indoors (forcing), or spring to summer outdoors
Height: 12-36 inches
Uses: Indoor and outdoor ornamental plant

Hosta

Family: Asparagaceae (formerly in Liliaceae)
Origin: East Asia, primarily Japan and Korea
Foliage: Large, broad leaves in various shades of green, blue, and variegated patterns
Flower Type: Bell-shaped, usually lavender or white
Bloom Time: Summer
Height: 6 inches to 3 feet
Uses: Shade gardens, ground cover