Annuals are a nice addition to your landscape because of the dark color that they bring. They may be tucked into planters to fill in spaces one of perennials, used in containers or stand alone in the landscape. Annuals which are generally used are typically chosen for their ease of development, minimal requirements and colorful flowering show. The annuals which are common to landscapes vary with season based on the sort of conditions the plants greatest tolerate.
Cool-Season Blooms
Iceland poppy (Papaver nudicaule) and also Nemesia (Nemesia spp.) Can grow up to 12 inches tall with a variety of flower colours. Snapdragons (Antirrhinum majus) can develop from 6 to 24 inches tall depending on the variety which has many flower colours. The taller-growing varieties make fine cut flowers. Pansies (Viola spp.) , sometimes referred to as Johnny-jump-ups, come in several different colours and create wonderful winter blooms. They make a nice border accent along with primrose (Primula spp.) , which also come in a variety of colors.
Spring Blooms
Sweet William (Dianthus barbatus) is an annual but contains some perennial varieties. The annuals can develop from 6 to 12 inches tall with white, pink or maroon blooms. Lobelia (Lobelia erinus) is traditionally reduced growing with some varieties only 4 inches tall but can reach heights of 12 inches. The blue, white and purple blooms will dry out from intense heat. Sweet peas (Lathyrus odoratus) are an easy annual to grow from seed. There are lots of color varieties that develop into a magnificently fragrant climbing vine, though bush varieties will also be available. Sweet alyssum (Lobularia maritima) is easily reseeded and creates white, purple and pink blossoms.
Warm Season Blooms
Cosmos (Cosmos bipinnatus) grows 12 to 24 inches tall and is great for attracting pollinators with its pink, pink and purple blooms. This sun-lover reseeds easily. Marigolds (Tagetes species) are moderately drought tolerant and include a nice pop of colour with yellow and orange blooms. Based on the number, they could grow 6 to 12 inches in height. Petunia (Petunia x hybrida) comes in a variety of colors and growth habits. They’re drought tolerant which makes them an appealing addition to your summer flower garden. The poppy (Eschscholzia californica) is the state flower of California and is easily identified using its bright-orange blooms. It grows from 8 to 24 inches tall and also reseeds easily, bringing the brilliant colour back year after year. Portulaca (Portulaca grandiflora) is a low-growing annual, only reaching 8 inches max. It can produce a variety of colorful, roselike blooms on each individual plant. Zinnias (Zinnia spp.) Are a common annual probably because of the gorgeous variety of flowers, growth habits, heat tolerance and capacity to attract pollinators.
Extending the Bloom Season
While there are general guidelines of when your annuals will bloom, this will vary based on the ecological conditions and maintenance given to your plants. These common annuals typically prefer full sun to afternoon shade. To extend the bloom period of your annuals, ensure the water requirements are met. Too much or too little water can lead to anxiety to your plants and also negatively impact growth and flowering. Remove spent blooms from your annuals, allowing the plants to guide energy to creating new growth and flowers.