AnnualsDiscover the right annual plants for your garden.
Is your garden ready for summertime ? Artistically plan , colourful containers are a signature tune of an invite patio , yet knowing which industrial plant can tolerate specially sunny fix can be take exception .
Take the guesswork out of sunny planters , bed , and edge with some of our full - sun favorites that not only live the vivid summertime heat , but prosper in it .
To aid you plant up your container as well as the landscape , we ’ve organize our listing into three family :
Plan your best summertime garden yet , and get quick to relish the sun in trend .
TRADITIONAL FAVORITES
Diamond Frost ® euphorbia . Photo by Proven Winners .
DIAMOND SERIES EUPHORBIA(Euphorbiahybrid )
bestow a foam of starry white flowers to your bolder flowers and foliage to create an eye - catching combination this summer . Although annual euphorbia may expect delicate , this hard - working plant is in fact drought tolerant , heat large-minded and deer immune . It is also easygoing - care and blooms all season long without the penury for deadheading or trimming . small varieties are ideal for containers and baskets , while larger varieties make a handsome display in the landscape .
Height/Spread:
12 to 36 inches tall and blanket
Plants to try:
Diamond Frost ® (pictured),Diamond Mountain ® ,Diamond Snow ®
‘ Mrs. Pollock ’ pelargonium . Photo by Daryl Finn / Shutterstock .
GERANIUM(Pelargoniumhybrids )
There is a geranium to suit every color scheme and design , from classic “ zonary " manakin with an erect habit , to trailing “ ivy " varieties ; multi - dark-skinned leafage or plain unripened ; striped flowers or self-colored colors . It ’s no wonder then that geraniums are as popular today as they were decades ago . Whether you choose to utilise them in container , window box , hang baskets , or in the garden margin , all they ask is that you irrigate and fertilize them occasionally and remove the spent flush .
6 to 36 inches tall and 12 to 24 inch wide
Varieties to try:
‘ Mrs. Pollock ’ ( variegated foliage , envision ) , Americana Salmon , Blizzard ® White ( ivy geranium )
interpret to develop geraniums .
Luscious ® Berry Blend ™ lantana . Photo by Proven Winners .
LANTANA(Lantana camara )
Popular for placing at the edges of containers where they can mound gently over the sides , lantana are hard - exploit plants , flower repeatedly throughout the summertime with flat clump of flowers that pull butterfly and hummingbird . drouth tolerant and deer resistant , lantana are usable in a spacious range of colors including multi - colored flesh , as well as some varieties with variegate leafage .
murder the belittled pineapple - shaped seed heads when petals have fallen to encourage the next flush of efflorescence .
12 to 26 inches improbable and 12 to 24 inches wide
Luscious ® Berry Blend ™ (pictured ) , Bandana ® Cherry , Samantha
Learn lantana .
‘ pimento ’ marigold . exposure by BMMir / Shutterstock .
MARIGOLD(Tagetesspp . )
The ever - popular French and African marigolds are , in fact , both aboriginal to Mexico , where they have been used for medicinal , ceremonial , and decorative purposes for centuries . Today , home gardener enjoy them as promiscuous - caution bed plant , as at home in the vegetable garden as they are in container or the landscape .
African marigold ( Tagetes erecta ) are the marvellous form , with double blooms up to 6 inches in diameter , and the shorter and smaller - flowered Gallic marigold ( Tagetes patula ) are enjoy for their rich color blend . Finally , dainty signet marigolds ( Tagetes tenuifolia ) are gross for edging and flower the most prolifically .
Deadhead to advance continued flowering andtreat for slugsas needed .
6 to 36 column inch tall and 6 to 24 inches blanket
‘ Paprika ’ ( signet , pictured ) , Gold Coins series ( African ) , ‘ Disco Queen ’ ( French )
For more , seeGrowing Marigolds .
Superbells ® Double Chiffon calibrachoa . Photo by Proven Winners .
CALIBRACHOA(Calibrachoahybrids )
You ca n’t beatCalibrachoa , ( commonly call Superbells ® or Million bell ® ) for sheer flower power . While each chime - shaped rosiness is typically less than 1 column inch in diameter , they are usually borne in abundance and cover the plant completely . With so many colors to choose from and habits vagabond from heavyset to more generous - sized varieties that spill over the edge of larger container , gardeners can revel creating their perfect summertime combination . Look for unmarried and double flower forms , the latter resembling miniature rose .
rainwater resistant and self cleansing , just water system regularly and fertilize to wait their best .
3 to 12 inches marvelous and 10 to 30 column inch wide
Superbells ® treble Chiffon(pictured ) , Cruze Yellow Red Eye , Million Bells ® Trailing Blue
Learn to growCalibrachoa .
Sundial moss rose . Photo by Bertrand Dumont / Millette Photomedia .
MOSS ROSE(Portulaca grandifloraorP. umbraticola )
Perfect for hot , juiceless localization , moss rise will thrive in toughened condition . Use these succulent beauties to trail from baskets or to play as a rug groundcover in the landscape painting where they will bloom nonstop without regular H2O . In ideal conditions , they may also set seed for the undermentioned twelvemonth .
3 to 6 inches magniloquent and 12 to 18 inches wide
Mojave ® series , Sundial ‘ Fuchsia ’ , Sundial ‘ Yellow ’
discover to mature moss rose .
Sunsatia ® Coconut nemesia . photograph by Proven Winners .
NEMESIA(Nemesia fruticansand cross )
With many Modern colors to choose from , including bi - people of colour and portmanteau word , nemesia are idealistic for adding some playfulness to your recent spring and other summer designs . Their gently mounding habit make them a perfect candidate for the edge of container and basket , where they can be permit to cascade down .
The primary requirement for success is salutary drain , so nemesia in general do better in containers than garden beds . Otherwise , these are easy - care plant and do not postulate deadheading .
6 to 12 inches tall and 8 to 18 inches wide
Sunsatia ® Coconut(pictured),Bluebird , Juicy Fruits Kumquat
Learn to grow nemesia .
Supertunia Vista ® Bubblegum ® petunia . exposure by Proven Winners .
PETUNIA(Petuniahybrids )
stippled or stripe , pastel or jewel tones , thickset or trailing , single bloom or full double ; you will notice plenty of petunias to suit every design standard conceivable . Just add Lord’s Day and water and you ’ll have an abundant exhibit .
To encourage uninterrupted bloom , deadhead on a regular basis ( although many new varieties are self - cleanup ) and remember to fertilise during the time of year . If plants begin to look leggy , a nimble trim will have them bounce back in no clock time .
ripe size of it will vary considerably with variety .
6 to 10 inches tall and 10 to 36 inches wide
Supertunia Vista ® Bubblegum ® (pictured ) , Crazytunia Moonstruck , Surfinia Giant Blue
Read genus Petunia .
‘ Evolution ’ mealycup sage . exposure by Proven Winners .
SALVIA , SAGE(Salviaspp . and hybrids )
In accession to the perennial and shrub grade of salvia , there are several outstanding tender variety that can be enjoy as yearly in colder mood . All are deer resistant and drouth large-minded once established , and faithfully heat tolerant . These just works do well in the landscape painting and containers .
Mealycup sage ( S. farinacea ) is typically blue and lay down a affirmation in the landscape painting ; some newer hybrids are larger and particularly attractive to hummingbird , with flowers in shades of blood-red , orange , and pink . For an galvanizing glow , try ananas salvia ( S. elegans ) with its prosperous - yellow leaves and fire - engine red bloom in late summertime or former free fall . This grows to the size of a modest bush in a exclusive growing season . at long last , view depart room for scarlet salvia ( S. coccinea ) . A perennial in its native southern reach , multifariousness are often uncommitted as annuals in cooler mood .
sizing and habit will vary with coinage and variety .
12 to 48 inches tall and 6 to 36 inch wide
Evolution(mealycup sage ) ( pictured),Rockin Fuchsia(hybrid),Proven Accents ® Rockin ® ‘ Golden Delicious ’ , ‘ Lady in Red ’ ( blood-red salvia )
To learn more , seeGrowing Salvias .
Superbena Royale ® Romance vervain . photograph by Proven Winners .
VERBENA(Verbenahybrids )
This vigorous , deer - insubordinate , drought - broad one-year will do both as a makeweight and a trotline in your container , or it can be used to add a carpeting of color to your landscape painting bed . Verbena typically re - blooms promptly , and newer miscellanea do not necessitate to be deadheaded in orderliness to advance sequent blooming .
Mature size will vary with variety .
3 to 12 inches tall and 12 to 36 inches broad
Superbena Royale ® Romance(pictured),Lanai ® White , Tapien ® Blue Violet
see to originate verbena .
BOUQUET-WORTHY BLOOMS
Bright Lights ™ Purple African daisy . Photo by Proven Winners .
AFRICAN DAISY(Osteospermumhybrid )
These pollyannaish daisies are bound to elicit a smile — and mercifully seem to be ignored by both rabbits and cervid . African daisy do well in the landscape painting if the soil is well drain , and fly high in container garden . Deadheading is n’t necessary since the spent bloom are quickly veil as the plant grows .
In hotter climates , peak bloom times will be late spring and former twilight , as these daisy dislike intense summer high temperature . In more temperate realm , you may enjoy a good display throughout the season . Cut blooms as soon as they open up to use in arrangements . Single and semi - double - flowered varieties add to their note value and interest .
In warmer climate , these may winter .
8 to 24 inches improbable and 12 to 24 inch wide
Bright Lights ™ Purple(pictured ) , Lemon Symphony , Soprano ® White
interpret more , seeGrowing African Daisy Plants .
Angelface ® Cascade Snow angelonia . Photo by Proven Winners .
ANGELONIA(Angeloniahybrid )
Thriving in blistering , humid conditions , resistant of either sloshed feet or drought , softly fragrant foliage , and good baseball swing flowers that resemble petite snapdragons — you’ll wonder why you have n’t grown more of these ! These down in the mouth - sustenance annual do not require deadheading , yet will bloom all season no matter how raging it gets .
Plant in large gallery in the border or as vertical accents in your container . There are also some varieties available which will satisfy the center of a container and also spill lightly over the sides .
8 to 30 inches magniloquent and 12 to 30 inches all-inclusive
Angelface ® Cascade Snow(pictured ) , Angelface ® Wedgwood Blue , Angelface ® Perfectly Pink
See to grow angelonia .
Lemonade cosmos . Photo by InfoFlowersPlants / Shutterstock .
COSMOS(Cosmos bipinnatus )
One of the easy annuals to raise from source , cosmos deserves a place in every garden . Stately , shrub - sized plant with feathery foliage offer the stagecoach for a summer - long public presentation of daisy - shaped bloom in shades of red , pinkish , white , or wan lemon , each with a distinctive chickenhearted oculus . The long stems are a florist ’s aspiration , yet they are sturdy enough for even young children to pick . plant life cosmos in gravid drift for an unforgettable display and sempiternal nosegay to deal with your neighbors .
2 to 5 foot tall and 2 to 4 feet wide
‘ Lemonade ’ ( pictured ) , ‘ Sensation ’ , ‘ Seashells ’
See to grow world .
Snapdragon bloom . exposure by noypb / Shutterstock .
SNAPDRAGON(Antirrhinum majus )
A must - have for the carving garden — and any garden where children are likely to confab , because every small fry should experience the fun of “ snapping " the dragon ’s head ! wanton to grow from seeded player or useable as finished industrial plant , these come in compact , mid - sized , and improbable varieties to suit your space and needs . Taller varieties are the most various for cut flowers , but may need staking .
With a rainbow of colour to select from , this erstwhile - fashioned annual will never go off trend .
When all the bloom on a blossom stalk have faded , cut off at the foundation to encourage newfangled growth
8 to 48 inch tall and 6 to 18 inch all-embracing
Series to try:
Sonnet , Rocket , Floral Showers
See to arise snapdragon flowers .
Senorita Blanca ® cleome . Photo by Proven Winners .
SPIDER FLOWER(Cleome hasslerianaand hybrids )
If you involve a drouth - tolerant , rabbit- and deer - resistant cut flower , wanderer flower may be the answer . Whether you need marvellous stem for spectacular floral arrangements or more modest bouquets for your home , these yearly wo n’t let you down . And while the taller , more traditional varieties are notorious for fructify seed , having thorns , and being sticky to the touch , new hybrids will amaze you with their public presentation and well - behave posture .
For the landscape painting , plant in grouping of 3 or 5 , or just add one to a mixed container and affect your friends and neighbors with your innovative intent ( we wo n’t tell ) .
1 - 1/2 to 6 pes grandiloquent and 1 - 1/2 to 3 feet wide
Senorita Blanca ® (pictured ) , ‘ Sparkler Blush ’ , ‘ Rose Queen ’
Learn spider flowers .
Suncredible ® Yellow helianthus . exposure by : Proven Winners .
SUNFLOWER(Helianthus annusand hybrids )
The classic summertime snub flower ; every gardener should acquire at least a few sunflower . Whether you grow them for their edible semen , to enjoy the antics of visiting birds , or to cut flowers for the home , this quintessential bloom comes in the perfect size for your garden . As well as the traditional yellow sort , watch for multi - colored portmanteau .
The orotund seminal fluid are comfortable enough for young children to sow — what a pure way to engage the next propagation of gardeners .
Provide support for taller varieties .
2 to 16 feet marvellous and 20 to 36 inch wide
Suncredible ® Yellow(pictured ) , ‘ Sunzilla ’ , ‘ Sun Samba ’
Learn helianthus .
Magellan ™ Scarlet old maid . exposure by Proven Winners .
ZINNIA(Zinnia elegans )
Whether you prefer scant stems and jelly bean colors or taller stems in elegant shade of red coral , do n’t lowball the ability of old maid to meet your needs . Drought tolerant and deer insubordinate , these annuals beg you to cut them for the vase , while still bring forth a garden - worthy display . Zinnia thrive in the heat , so do n’t set them out too soon . Otherwise , these are wholly fuss - free . unmarried and double efflorescence signifier available .
12 to 50 inches improbable and 10 to 36 inch full
Magellan ™ Scarlet ( fancy ) , ‘ Benary ’s Giant Coral ’ , ‘ Green Envy ’
SeeHow to Grow Zinniasfor more .
SENSATIONAL SPILLERS
Aster linosyris Rocks ® bidens . Photo by Proven Winners .
BIDENS(Bidens ferulifolia )
Extremely heat and drouth tolerant , genus Bidens will robe over the sides of containers with sequent sweeps of colorful , daisy - alike bloom all summer long . Since it has a wide - spread , slightly stiff maturation habit , this also makes an excellent ground cover .
opt from flowers in shades of pink , gold , or orangish , as well as two - tone motley and pure white .
8 to 14 inch marvelous and 10 to 24 inches wide
Goldilocks Rocks ® (pictured ) , Beedance ® Painted Red , ‘ White Delight ’
SeeHow to Grow Bidens Flowersfor more .
Proven Accents ® Silver Falls ™ dichondra . Photo by Proven Winners .
DICHONDRA(Dichondra argentea )
Sometimes you need some sparkle ; and Silver Falls dichondra delivers . let this to tumble from hang basket , marvelous container , and window boxes , and enjoy the recollective , trailing , metallic stems of silvery fans sway in the breeze . oestrus tolerant , drought tolerant , and deer repellent this knotty foliage accent is the gross finishing touch to all your floral container . It also makes an fantabulous groundcover and may winter in mild climates .
2 to 6 inch tall and 18 to 36 inches wide-cut .
Proven Accents ® Silver Falls ™ ( envision ) .
SeeHow to develop & Care For Dichondrafor more .
‘ Amazon Sunset ’ lotus vine . Photo by Proven Winners .
LOTUS VINE(Lotus berthelotii )
Even if this never bloomed , it would be worth total to your hanging baskets and container for the feathery , silver - green leafage alone . Yet when the alien flowers appear , they really slip the show , each one resemble a tiny parrot ’s bill , a vulgar name by which it is sometimes jazz .
Flower colors are in impassioned shades of scarlet , orangish , and/or gold and are loved by hummingbirds .
6 to 8 inches tall and 12 to 24 inches broad
‘ Amazon Sunset ’ ( pictured ) , ‘ Gold Flash ’ , ‘ Red Flash ’
