Written by Sharvan Kumar
Zinnias are easy to grow and come in various sizes and colors. Taller varieties are perfect for cut flowers, while shorter ones like Profusion and Zahara thrive in landscapes.
This heat-tolerant plant blooms from summer to fall and comes in vibrant colors. It's drought-resistant and grows well in full sun with well-drained, fertile soil.
Growing marigolds from seed indoors is simple. They can self-seed and vary. They need full sun and well-drained soil but may have spider mite problems.
Famous sunflowers are easy to grow from seed. Small to enormous varieties exist. They grow in full sun and well-drained soil and need water as seedlings but become drought-tolerant.
Blue or white flowers attract pollinators to borage, a fast-growing annual. Easily grown from seed, it may self-seed prolifically, so watch where it grows. Well-draining soil and moderate to full light are ideal.
Nasturtiums blossom quickly but may not endure southern summer heat. They produce peppery, salad-friendly blossoms in early June.
Cockscomb provides texture and color to gardens with its crepe-paper-like blossoms. It grows well from seed in full light and good, moist soil. Some types lack the comb-like form for a different look.
From East West Hunt