Landscape Architect here. The best thing you can do is have a nice mixture of plants that fit the conditions of your property. There are nice annuals to give you a burst of quick color, but will die. And there are also exceptional perennials and shrubs, some of which may be evergreen, and others that are deciduous that might have a stronger bloom. Someone said to check out Lauren's and that is sound advice. I'm also going to put Frank's in Elkridge on that list because they have a nice selection as well. But before you go, take a few pictures of the areas you want to plant. You should also know if the areas are predominantly shade, sun, or a combination. That will make a big difference in the plant selection. Lastly and most importantly, know that we're going into the summer. If you don't have an irrigation system, and you're not prepared to water your plants at least 5 times a week through the heat, I would highly recommend you hold off for now. Wait until September or October when temperatures cool down and the plants won't require as much watering. Good Luck and Enjoy! Answer from Droopyinreallife on reddit.com