| African Daisies |
Osteospermum barberae |
Osteospermums should be grown in full sun, but they will tolerate some partial shade. Their blooming season begins in early spring and continues until the first frosts of fall. |
| Annual Asters |
Callistephus chinensis |
his annual plant is a native to Asia.The flowers range in color from blue, white, red, yellow, or pink on 1'-3' stems. |
| Aster care |
Aster |
Annual varieties of Asters should not be planted in the same spot the following year, to prevent plant diseases such as Aster wilt. |
| Bat-Face Plant |
Cuphea |
A tender Perennial grown as Annual, Cupheas grow best in full, bright sun but will tolerate periods of light shade. Hummingbird Flower |
| Bellflower |
Campanula calacanthema |
There are about three hundred different species of Campanula. They prefer full sun and rich, well drained soil. They should be kept well watered, especially when in bloom. |
| Carnations, Pinks, Sweet William |
Dianthus |
Most Dianthus produce richly fragrant flowers in the spring or summer, sometimes extending right up until the first frost. |
| Castor Beans |
Ricinus communis |
One of the fastest growing plants I've seen... up to 15 feet in a season. Seeds are extremely toxic! |
| Chocolate Cosmos |
Cosmos atrosanguineus |
The dark maroon flowers appear on wirey 18 inch stems from June until frost and produce a pleasant chocolate scent |
| Cinerarias |
Senecio cruentus |
Cinerarias are most commonly grown as House Plants, but require cool night temperatures if you want an extended blooming period. |
| Cockscomb |
Celosia Argentea |
Plumosas resemble plume like feathers, while Cristata looks like a rooster's comb with crested heads and ridges |
| Corydalis |
Corydalis sempervivens |
Pink Corydalis is a Spring flowering annual which is native to western Washington and southwestern British Columbia |
| Cosmos |
Cosmos bipinnatus |
Cosmos are extremely heat and drought tolerant.They like full sun and do well in poor, unfertile soil |
| Creeping Zinnia |
Sanvitalia speciosa |
Creeping Zinnia is a bright little yellow flowering annual plant. They should be planted in rich, well draining soil, in full sun. |
| Floss Flower |
Ageratum |
Ageratum is known for its furry mounds of long lasting floss-like blue flowers, occasionally you can find them in white and pink. |
| Foxgloves |
Digitalis purpurea |
Foxglove is a biennial flower which is native to Europe but now grows wild in most temperate climates of the world. |
| Morning glory |
Ipomoea |
Morning glory vines grow very fast, and will reach 10 feet or more within the first two months after the seeds sprout. |
| Moss Rose |
Portulaca Grandiflora |
Portulaca seeds should be sown outside after your last frost has passed. Seeds will germinate within 10-15 days.
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| Nemesia |
Nemesia strumosa |
Brightly colored annual which quickly grows to a height of 12 inches. Nemesias grow and flower best in full sun |
| Ornamental Kale |
Brassica oleracea |
These plants are very showy, and come in a variety of colors, ranging from white to pinks, purples or reds, extremely cold-tolerant |
| Painted Nettle |
Coleus blumei |
Coleus plants are durable and easy to grow. They are best known for their bright colors, and variety of foliage forms |
| Pansies |
Viola |
Pansies have their own unique set of cultural requirements that differ from other summer annuals. Planting time is critical |
| Persian Buttercups |
Ranunculus asiaticus |
Beautiful flowers that almost look artificial, full sun, Butterfly flower |
| Pin Cushion Plant |
Nertera granadensis |
The Pin Cushion Plant is a fast growing tropical plant that produces an abundance of tiny orange berries just in time for halloween |
| Poor Man's Orchid |
Schizanthus |
The colorful orchid like flowers of the Butterfly Flower contrast beautifully against the soft, feathery foliage of this annual |
| Snapdragons |
Antirrhinum Majas |
Fragrant lavender, white, orange, lemon yellow to pink, and red flowers, attract butterflies, red variety is a hummingbird favorite. |
| Strawflower |
Bracteantha bracteata |
Paper Daisys need moist, but well drained soil. They should be grown in full sun or partial shade. They can be propagated by cuttings or from seed |
| Sweet pea |
Lathyrus odoratus |
The plants should be grown in rich, moist soil, and require regular watering during the summer months |
| Violets |
Viola pedata |
Violets, Viola pedata, may be directly sown into the garden at anytime from spring through fall |
Helpful Growing Information |
| Planting and Growing Annuals |
| Growing Plants from Seeds |
| Collecting, Sowing and Growing Wildflower Seeds |
