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Pink is one of the most common colors in flowers. Gardens are full of them. Corsages, wedding bouquets, and all types of flower arrangements usually have a pink flower.
This is no wonder since there are several types of pink – from deep pink (e.g.fuchsia and magenta) to light pink (e.g. lemonade or baby pink). This text will give you the list of the most beautiful light pink flowers species that you can plant in your garden, hanging baskets, or flower beds. We will talk about the best zones to plant the beautiful pink flowers in, sun and soil requirements, and when they bloom.
So, let’s dig in.
The symbolism of a pink flower
Before we go deep into ‘how to plant’ and describing the flower blossoms, let’s just quickly discuss the symbolism of pink color and pink flowers.
The symbolism of pink differs between areas – for example, pink has different symbolism in the USA, Asia, or Europe.
However, pink in general symbolizes pure love, tenderness, femininity, and grace.
Because of that, pink flowers are favorite in wedding arrangements or as a gift for any woman on any occasion regardless of her age or marital status.
These are some guidelines regarding the color itself, but each pink flower has its own symbolism.
So, pink peonies signify an everlasting marriage, while if you want to express gratitude you will pick carnations.
Sometimes a flower in different color symbolizes something different – e.g. a pink rose will be a symbol of admiration and loving someone from afar, while a red one will symbolize passionate, romantic love.
Light pink flowers will mostly symbolize something that is related to tenderness and grace, rather than passion and playfulness that are reserved for red and hot pinks.
Types of pink flowers
Cherry Blossom
Cherry Blossom is, in fact, a cherry tree – a species belonging to the Prunus genus with the botanical name Prunus serrulata.
Cherry Blossom, blooming in early spring, are harbingers of spring and in Japan, they are actually a symbol of new beginnings.
The Cherry tree flowers only for a few weeks in spring – depending on the zones you can enjoy the beautiful pink flowers in early spring or mid-spring.
The flowers grow all over the tree branches in small, delicate, pink-white blossoms that smell sweet yet fresh.
This plant grows best in well-drained soil, and when it comes to sun requirements it loves full sun or partial shade.
You can successfully plant cherry trees in zones 5–8.
Cherry blossoms are low-maintenance flowering plants.
Spider lily
There are two species often referred to as spider lily -nerine and lycoris.
Both species have flowers of a different genus.
Lycoris lilies come in yellow, white, red,pink-blue, and pink-white colors.
The pink-white flower is called resurrection lily due to the fact that the bloom appears on the stem after the leaves have dried out.
This is why they symbolize the afterlife.
They are characterized by spider-like flowers with long stamens.
Spider lily flowers bloom in full sun and partial shade and well-drained soil.
You can enjoy the delicate blooms in late summer and fall, in hardiness zones 5-10.
Nerine lilies, another type of spider lily, come in pink, red, and white colors and have larger flowers than the lycoris.
The nerine bowdenii Albivetta cultivar has white-pink petals i.e. the petals are so light that they are almost white with a pink shade near the ends of the petals.
They grow up to 2 feet tall in late summer and early fall.
The flowers prefer full sun but will tolerate partial sun.
In your garden, you should plant them in well-drained soil that is not too rich.
They are good as cut-flowers and grow in hardiness zones 9-11.
Bleeding heart
Bleeding heart flowers got their name after the unique heart-shaped flowers they come in.
There are several different species that are called like that and they all belong to the Dicentra family of flowering plants that come in varieties of pink and purple and white flowers.
The flowers differ in color and shape as well as the shape of their yellowish-green or green foliage.
The most popular genus is Dicentra spectabilis – the combination of pink and white heart-shaped flowers hanging as pendants on a long thin branch.
They prefer full sun to partial shade, and you should plant them in the soil that will ensure moisture and draining.
The best soil types for these flowers are well-drained chalk, loam, or clay.
The bleeding heart will bloom in late spring and early fall and plant them in the back of your garden since they can be quite tall.
Pink Rose
A popular pink rose is one of the most well-known and loved types of pink flowers there are.
They represent love, beauty, and admiration which is why they are a must-have pink flower in almost all flower arrangements.
They are beautiful as a part of a bouquet or in your garden.
They bloom in mid-spring to late spring and summer, and even in early fall, in hardiness zones 4-9.
They like full sun but could tolerate partial shade.
A pink rose belongs to the rosa species that also has a lot of genus varieties differing in shades of pink (from pale pink to deep pink), blossom shape, size, and type i.e. vining or bush.
In any case, never mind the color or the type, a rose flower is a traditional, classic, and beautiful pink flower to plant in your garden.
Dianthus caryophyllus
Dianthus caryophyllus or carnations are low maintenance, beautiful flowers that, thanks to genetic engineering and modern cultivating practices come in a variety of colors including pink, purple, white, yellow, red, and even blue.
Carnation in nature blossoms in pink and purple.
The plants grow to be up to 2 feet tall and make for a great garden or cut flower.
Florists say that it symbolizes gratitude.
To plant carnation flowers, pick a place in full sun and moist, well-drained soil.
Carnations produce ruffled double blossoms that have a mild fragrance attracting pollinators such as bees and butterflies.
These beautiful pink flowers grow in hardiness zones 5-10 and bloom in late spring and summer.
Nelumbo nucifera
Nelumbo nucifera flowers or Sacred Lotus is a genus native to Asia and Australia in zones 4-11.
In the Buddhist religion, it is considered a symbol of spiritual awakening and enlightenment.
The Sacred Lous flower plants bloom in early to mid-summer and are that much more special since they bloom only for three days.
Their pink flowering is in a shade of pink that is much paler than bright pink, although it can be found in many shades and colors.
The pink blooms have the shape of an upside-down double skirt with yellow stamen.
These pink flowering plants are perfect if you have a water garden with a shallow lake or a pond.
If you do not have a water garden, plant the lotus flower in a moisture-retaining soil type since well-drained soil would drain the water necessary for the lotus to bloom happily.
The perfect soil for nelumbo nucifera plants is loam.
These flowering plants prefer full sun rather than shade and can grow to be up to 6 feet tall with long stems and round green foliage floating on the water surface.
If not contained in some way, the Sacred lotus is considered an invasive species.
Pink peonies
Peonies are the favorite flowering plants among florists especially for wedding arrangements since these pink petals symbolize good fortune and long-lasting marriage.
Peony flowers have been cultivated for over 2000 years.
They are also one of the most beautiful pink flowers due to their double, ruffled, rich blossoms and lovely fragrance.
The shade of pink peony comes in may vary from deep pink, pink blue, bright pink, and light, pale pink.
Plant peonies in your garden from late spring to summer in zones 3-8 to enjoy their heavy flowering.
They are one of the flowering plants that bloom longer in colder zones.
Also, there are some peonies varieties that bloom in other periods so if you want peonies all throughout summer and spring, plant different varieties n your garden.
The peonies thrive in full sun or partial shade, and as for soil, they like moist yet well-drained soil types like clay, loam, or sandy soil.
They are best to plant in a garden or garden borders and are very low maintenance.
Depending on the cultivar they can grow up to 6 feet tall – i.e. ‘Roselette’ peony with single pink flowers and round yellow stamen.
Another gorgeous peony is Rosea Plena with powdery purplish-pink petals.
Pink tulips
Tulip flowers bloom in many colors including pink, purple, red, yellow, orange, and even combinations of these colors.
Tulips have double or single flowering.
The most popular cultivars of pink tulips come in a variety of shades of pink – from bright pink and pale pink flowers, to apricot shade and purplish pink.
The pink tulip genus:
Tulipa Angelique – double, light pink blossoms
Tulipa Apricot Beauty – apricot pink shade single flower
Tulipa Bell Song – single, fringed, pale pink -purplish blossoms
Tulipa Belle du Monde – single, elegant, pale pink with deep pink blossoms
Triumph Tulips – Dynasty, Dreaming Maid, Early glory, Gabriella -shades of pink color- pale, soft powdery, single blossoms
There are even more pink tulip cultivars.
Some of them bloom early in the spring while others bloom a little bit later but usually the blooming season ends in the early soring.
Tulips like full sun, and well-drained soil of the loam or chalk soil type.
You can plant tulip flowers as garden borders, or in flower pots. If you decide to plant them in your garden group them for the best results.
Pink tulip is a wonderful, elegant, cut flower.
Lychnis coronaria
Lychnis coronaria or Rose champion pink flowers are low maintenance and a lovely addition to every garden.
They are best suited for a cottage garden since they do not have a very cultivated look.
This is due to the flowers’ silvery-green foliage and long stems.
As for their beautiful blossoms, they can be hot pink, pale pink, or white.
They are trumpet-shaped flowers that attract hummingbirds and butterflies.
They bloom in late spring and all through summer, until late summer and even early fall in some areas.
Rose champion beautiful flowers thrive in full sun and partial shade and like well-drained soil types like loam and sand.
They are disease and pest-free which is not that common among flowering plants.
If you desire a plant that will wow anybody who sees it due to its contrasting hot pink flowers against blue-green leaves, Rose champion’s trumpet-like flowers are the way to go.
Pink lily
When we talk about pink lilies there is a number of genera that belong to lily families or are widely known as lilies although they are not lilies botanically.
Lily flowers, in general, come in many shapes, sizes, and especially colors, white, purple, orange, yellow, red, and several shades of pink.
Lily plants are among the most favorite flowers due to their stunning star-shaped flowers mesmerizing scent.
Sun and soil requirements may vary slightly from genus to genus.
Here are some of the pink lilies that are most popular to grow in a garden or to keep in a vase.
Peruvian lily
Peruvian lily flowers can be of color – pink, red, white, orange, yellow, and red.
All Peruvian lilies have flowers with one or two petals patterned like a bee that attracts butterflies and other pollinators to the flowers.
Stargazer lily
Stargazer lily is one of the most beautiful and popular pink flowers to grow in your garden or keep as a cut flower.
Their flowers are star-shaped and come in a variety of shades of pink from deep, bright shades to light pink whitish shades.
Regardless of the shade, their flowers are spotted with long, yellow stamens.
Stargazer lily flowers bloom in mid-summer to late summer and enchant with their intense, oriental scent.
They grow to be up to 3 feet tall, and, as they are summer plants, they bloom best in full sun or partial sun.
These pink flowers are not picky about the soil type – as long as the soil is well-drained but still moist.
Pink lily leek
It does not belong to the lily family but it is commonly known as a lily leek.
Allium oreophilum has delicate star-shaped flowers in color pink and pinkish red.
They bloom in late spring to early summer.
Since they are summer plants, as for soil requirements, they enjoy full sun.
If you want to know which soil type is the best for growing this pink flower in your garden, pick any kind of well-drained soil type.
This lily grows to be up to 12 inches tall.
Plant these lilies in your garden, garden bed, or flower pots but for best results plant them in groups.
Mandevilla
Mandevilla flowers are symbols of whimsy.
They are trumpet-shaped flowers, pink and white or a combination of the two.
These lovely pink flowers are vines and are perennial flowers, but can be grown as annuals even in cooler climates.
In your garden, they will require trellises so they could grow supported.
Mandevilla plants have different heights – from 2 -15 feet tall.
As for soil and sun requirements – this pink flower needs full sun and well-drained soil.
Mandevilla pink flowers bloom in summer and early fall.
Petunia
Petunia plants come in many colors and color combinations since there are many hybrids of this flower.
They bloom in pink, white, purple, lilac, magenta, or a combination of these colors, but the most popular Petunia plants with light pink flowers are Bubblegum and Bermuda beach hybrids.
Petunia pink flowers prefer full sun in either spring or summer as they will bloom less abundantly in partial sun or no sun at all.
AS for the soil, alPetunia plants prefer fast gaining, well-drained soil.
You can plant them in your garden as a filler or ground cover, or you can plant them in hanging baskets.
The flower is mildly scented and attracts pollinators.
Baby’s breath
A flower that commonly blossoms in white also has varieties with pink flowers.
The shade of pink is light and powdery.
Baby’s breath pink flowers bloom all throughout summer and fall and can start blooming as early as late spring.
Once you plant them in alkaline, well-drained soil they will bloom with little care.
These star-shaped pink flowers are very delicate and bloom in bushes in partial to full sun.
The pink flowers can be double or single and are a dainty addition to any garden, especially if you tend to neglect your flowers.
Forget-me-not
Forget-me-nots are mostly recognized by their blue flowers with five petals and yellow middle, they come in pink color as well.
They are tiny flowers, perfect for ground covers and if you plant both blue and pink flower varieties you will end up with a magical, romantic garden.
These tiny blue and pink flowers bloom in the summer, however, depending on the zone they can start blossoming as early as late spring.
Forget-me-nots require full sun and well-drained but moist soil.
FAQ
What flowers are light pink?
1. Alstroemerias
2. Cherry blossom
3. Peonies
4. Carnation.
5. Dahlia.
6. Gerbera.
7. Nelumbo nucifera
8. Lily
9. Orchid
A pink flower of any of these species would enrich your garden or balcony.
What are little pink flowers called?
When we are talking about little pink flowers we usually mean Pinks, the shorter pink flower species of the Dianthus genus. There are other types of pink flowers shorter in height and with smaller pink blossoms and here they are Rose champion, any flower belonging to the Allium species, Baby’s Breath, and Petunia flowers. Since they are not that tall they are perfect flowers for hanging baskets or planted as a ground cover flower.
What are light pink roses called?
Rosa Bonica species is a variety of light pink roses. They are shrub roses growing double pink blooms that contrast the dark green foliage perfectly. They attract butterflies, and bloom from late spring, throughout summer, and even fall. They enjoy full sun or partial shade but there are more pink blossoms the more sun there is. When it comes to soil, Rosa Bonica enjoys rich, well-drained soil and has average watering needs.
Is there a flower named Pink?
A pink flower commonly referred to as simply Pink is actually any flower belonging to the Dianthus genus. They can be only 6 inches tall or can grow to be up to 1.5 feet tall. Carnation is one of the taller pink flower species belonging to the Dianthus genus. Depending on the species, Dianthus flowers are great as a ground cover or a cut flower. Despite being called Pink or Pinks, Dianthus cultivars come in other colors and combinations of colors as well.
