All plants have their own perks, but with spring in the air we’ve been quickly reminded of the magic of a bulb garden. These unsightly corms (that don’t look far off from onions) end up infusing show-stopping color all throughout your back and front yard.

If you’re set on sourcing the prettiest blooms for your garden beds from spring through to fall, we spoke with two experts who offered their insight on the flowers and plants that offer the best payoff in terms of color and texture.