Bright blooms

Terry G.'s collection

Plant type: 
annual
Light: 
sun
Zone: 
n/a
Plants: 

Marigold

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Marigold

Add pizzazz to garden's edge, mass plantings, or container gardens. ムZenith' marigolds have more branches bearing more flowers that last longer. Increased heat and rain tolerance. Combine with plants with blue or purple flowers for greatest color contrast.

Dahlia

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Dahlia

Huge, long-lasting blooms on vigorous plants attract butterflies and hummingbirds. Excellent cut flower. Perfect for garden's edge, in containers and window boxes, or cut flower arrangements. Prefers rich, well-drained soil and full sun.

Black-Eyed Susan

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Black-Eyed Susan

This impressive seedling from ムGoldsturm' offers larger, brighter golden daisies on a shorter plant. Mildew resistant. Excellent cut flower, outstanding in the perennial garden or wildflower planting, and especially attractive planted with grasses.

Garden Mum

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Garden Mum

Striking flowers attract butterflies to the garden. Wonderful for bouquets and lovely in gardens or mixed landscape plantings with ornamental grasses and asters. Pinch in early June to keep plants compact and delay flowering, if desired.

Dwarf Canna

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Dwarf Canna

Fabulously colored large blooms attract butterflies and complement bold, colorful foliage. A compact, low-growing variety lovely at water's edge and a wonderful contrast to fine-textured water plants. Very handsome in container gardens or along walls. In northern climates, lift and store root rhizomes over winter.

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Howard J.'s collection

Plant type: 
evergreen shrub
Light: 
sun
Zone: 
4 - 8
Plants: 

Dwarf Golden Threadleaf False Cypress

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Dwarf Golden Threadleaf False Cypress

Use this unusual conifer to add an exotic touch to the landscape. Wonderful, graceful form is carefree and rarely needs pruning. Contrasts well with red-leaved smokebush or Japanese maple. Dwarf size is well-suited for smaller gardens.

Impatiens

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Impatiens

Beautiful fragrant flowers attract butterflies and hummingbirds to the garden. Lovely in summer bouquets and ideal for nearly any landscape situation: mixed shrub or perennial plantings, mass displays or naturalizing at woodland's edge. Easy to grow.

Impatiens

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Impatiens

Abundant flowers contrast beautifully with the rich green foliage. This variety displays flat, spreading growth that highlights the shaded garden. Especially lovely in mixed containers, hanging baskets, at garden's edge, or anywhere a splash of color is desired.

Zonal Geranium

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Zonal Geranium

Vibrant blossoms provide a season-long display of color and attract hummingbirds and butterflies. Lovely in mixed garden plantings and containers. Combine with sweet potato vine, coleus and verbena for a delightful blend of color, texture and form.

Daylily

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Daylily

Profuse, long-blooming flowers attract butterflies and hummingbirds to the garden. Ideal for shrub plantings, perennial gardens or massing as a small-scale ground cover. Attractive combined with spike flowers or bold foliage plants.

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Caryn L's collection

Plant type: 
perennial
Light: 
sun
Zone: 
2 - 9
Plants: 

Mountain Alyssum

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Mountain Alyssum

Lovely flowers make a beautiful display cascading over walls, at garden's edge, or as a small-scale ground cover. An ideal companion for spring bulbs, iberis or sedum. Inclined to self-seed. Prefers well-drained soil.

Rock Cress

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Rock Cress

Abundant flowers and attractive foliage make this a wonderful small-scale ground cover. Attractive cascading over stones or as edging near the front of the garden. Shear after blooming to encourage new growth and a neat appearance.

Wall Rock Cress

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Wall Rock Cress

Abundant, fragrant flowers and attractive silvery foliage make this a wonderful small-scale ground cover. Attractive cascading over stones, or as edging near the front of the garden. Shear after blooming to encourage new growth and a neat appearance.

Grape Hyacinth

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Grape Hyacinth

A commonly cultivated spring bulb that is well-suited for garden's edge, between flagstones or the rock garden. Vibrant flower color and strong, delicious fragrance. Plant in front of taller spring bulbs or tuck into sunny nooks and crannies for a springtime delight. Can become invasive.

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Georgia C.'s collection

Plant type: 
perennial
Light: 
part sun
Zone: 
4 - 9
Plants: 

Foxglove

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Foxglove

Dramatic flowers attract hummingbirds to the garden. Beautiful in a wooded setting with goatsbeard, cimicifuga or snowdrop anemone. Divide after blooming or allow to self-seed to keep these lovely plants in the garden for years to come. Good cut flower.

Rose

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Rose

Abundant coral-pink blossoms have a perfect form and exude a rich, spicy fragrance. Climbs quickly and is a consistent performer all season. An excellent choice for trellises, arbors or wall-training.

Rose

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Rose

Arching canes bear large, creamy white double flowers with a flattened appearance and strong fragrance. Easily trained on an arbor or pillar, or use as a freestanding shrub. Remove spent flowers to encourage reblooming.

Pansy

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Pansy

Well-branched, compact plants with large flowers. Great for adding a splash of early or late season color. Completely hardy, even under snow! Flowers well into June. Replant in late summer for the following spring.

Southern Wood Fern

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Southern Wood Fern

Graceful fronds arch up and outward. Excellent as a ground cover in shady areas and as a background for shade-loving flowering plants. Combine with hosta, cimicifuga and tricyrtis for a delightful blend of textures. Grows best in humus-rich soil with good drainage.

Verbena

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Verbena

Profuse flowers over an exceptionally long season. A superb edging plant for butterfly gardens. Also ideal in containers or trailing over stones and rock walls. Beautiful contrast to yellow flowers or golden-leaved plants. Drought and heat tolerant.

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Darla J's collection

Plant type: 
annual
Light: 
sun
Zone: 
n/a
Plants: 

Petunia

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Petunia

An all-time favorite that enlivens the garden with a profusion of blooms that are irresistible to butterflies and hummingbirds. Naturally dwarf growth is splendid in hanging baskets and containers. Super planted with verbena, marigold, zinnia, geranium or other annuals.

Verbena

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Verbena

Large, brilliant flower heads cover beautiful trailing foliage and provide nonstop color in the garden. Heat and drought tolerant, Lanai® blooms consistently through the hottest summer weather. Resists forming a powdery mildew residue even after heavy watering. Pinch spent blooms and trim foliage to encourage new growth.

Lobelia

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Lobelia

Low-growing carpets in vibrant hues gently cascade beyond the garden's edge, down a stone wall or over the rim of a container. The dainty flowers are borne in abundance, inviting butterflies as well as adding season-long color. Geranium, coleus, zinnia and spikes are all lovely complements.

Zonal Geranium

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Zonal Geranium

Large clusters of colorful blooms spring through fall on upright-growing foliage with distinctive leaf design. Pinto™ tolerates both cold and hot conditions, offering toughness and versatility for containers and landscapes. Remove spent flowers for continuous bloom. Keep soil moist and feed monthly with low-nitrogen fertilizer for nonstop blooming.

Nicotiana

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Nicotiana

A refreshing change from the old annual standbys, this mix offers star-shaped blooms in a wide range of vibrant colors. Plant at garden's edge or add to combination pots with lobelia, zinnia and sweet potato vine.

Wax Begonia

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Wax Begonia

Vibrant blooms cover bronze foliage. Superb heat tolerance! Perfect for combination pots, containers and window boxes, or makes a bold display when planted in large groups. In northern climates, treat as an annual; in frost-free areas, divide each spring. Prefers well-drained, humus-rich soil.

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Leah H.'s collection

Plant type: 
annual
Light: 
sun
Zone: 
n/a
Plants: 

Geranium

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Geranium

Large flower clusters in varying shades put on a fabulous display in gardens, baskets or containers. Groom plants by removing spent flowers and leaves. Feed regularly with a balanced fertilizer to ensure a fantastic show of blooms.

Stonecrop

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Stonecrop

A four-season perennial! Butterfly-attracting pink flowers mature to bronze-red and complement the foliage. Seed heads provide winter interest. This improved form of 'Autumn Joy' is superb in the garden or landscape with rudbeckia, coneflowers and asters.

Lobelia

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Lobelia

Delightful small blue flowers bloom on compact, mounded plants. Spectacular as an edging to borders, or mass plant for a beautiful effect. Also lovely in containers or window boxes.

Porcupine Grass

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Porcupine Grass

Stunning gold-banded foliage, ideal for the garden or landscape, screening, or at water's edge. Striking with yellow-flowered plants or combined with berrying shrubs and evergreens for winter effect. Coppery flower plumes, beautiful cut or dried.

Lobelia

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Lobelia

Low-growing carpets in a lovely hue gently cascade beyond the garden's edge, down a stone wall or over the rim of a container. The dainty flowers are borne in abundance, inviting butterflies as well as adding season-long color. Geranium, coleus, zinnia and spikes are all lovely complements.

Alyssum

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Alyssum

Low-growing carpet teems with the tiniest of flowers! A versatile annual that is equally effective spilling over the rims of containers, filling in cracks between flagstones or blanketing garden's edge. This variety boasts an extremely compact habit. Very salt tolerant.

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Savannah C.'s collection

Plant type: 
annual
Light: 
sun
Zone: 
n/a
Plants: 

Marigold

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Marigold

Vibrant flowers bloom above fragrant, highly divided foliage. This fast-growing annual is well-suited for garden's edge, container gardening, or window boxes. Very attractive in combination with blue-spiked flowers. May repel pests. Prefers well-drained soil.

Salvia

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Salvia

Spikes of small, brightly colored tubular flowers create a vivid floral display all season. This vibrant variety is a popular standby! Plant at garden's edge, in large groups to emphasize its color, or in mixed container gardens. An excellent complement to any garden setting.

Alyssum

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Alyssum

Low-growing carpet teems with the tiniest of flowers! A versatile annual that is equally effective spilling over the rims of containers, filling in cracks between flagstones or blanketing garden's edge. This variety boasts an extremely compact habit. Very salt tolerant.

New Guinea Impatiens

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New Guinea Impatiens

Nonstop flowers in a beautiful hue are offset by handsome, glossy foliage. Popularly used for adding lively color to containers and annual plantings. Particularly lovely in mixed containers and hanging baskets. Provide shelter from wind.

Snapdragon

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Snapdragon

An old-fashioned favorite prized for its beautiful flowers. Wonderful for attracting butterflies and hummingbirds to the garden. Outstanding as a cut flower. Great with zinnia, marigold, sweet potato vine and other sun-lovers. Remove spent flowers to encourage rebloom. Prefers fertile, well-drained soil.

Zonal Geranium

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Zonal Geranium

Large clusters of colorful blooms spring through fall on upright-growing foliage with distinctive leaf design. Pinto™ tolerates both cold and hot conditions, offering toughness and versatility for containers and landscapes. Remove spent flowers for continuous bloom. Keep soil moist and feed monthly with low-nitrogen fertilizer for nonstop blooming.

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Brittany M.'s collection

Plant type: 
annual
Light: 
part sun
Zone: 
n/a

Plants: 

Fuchsia

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Fuchsia

Exquisite flowers in a breathtaking array of forms and color combinations. Some cascade elegantly from arching branches, others dangle precariously from stiff, upright stems. Combine with lobelia, bacopa, and ivy for a graceful, classic display. Prefers a cool site with moist, well-drained soil sheltered from drying winds.

Ferns

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Ferns

Ferns are a wonderful addition to the shade garden, with a variety of unique textures, from soft and deeply cut to bold and lance-shaped. Available in sizes perfect for low edgings, taller backgrounds or filler. Combine with hosta, astilbe, and jacob's ladder for a nice blend of texture and color. Prefers moist, acidic, humus-rich soils.

Impatiens

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Impatiens

Large, abundant flowers contrast beautifully with the rich, compact foliage. Highlights the shaded garden and is especially lovely in mixed containers, hanging baskets, at garden's edge, or anywhere a splash of color is desired.

Lilyturf

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Lilyturf

Lush foliage and beautiful flowers are lovely at garden or woodland edges, in rock gardens or even indoors as a houseplant. An outstanding ground cover, it will even perform in dry shade. Cut back in early spring to promote new growth.

Begonia

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Begonia

Versatile easy-to-grow begonia with excellent branching that creates a compact, full plant loaded with huge scarlet flowers. Use in hanging baskets, containers and beds.

Caladium

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Caladium

Large, boldly patterned leaves highlight shaded areas with stunning color. Outstanding in containers or in the garden with impatiens, hostas and ferns. Can be grown indoors as a houseplant, in medium light and warm temperatures. Ideal for overwintering.

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Ann H.'s collection

Plant type: 
flowering shrub
Light: 
part sun
Zone: 
6 - 9

Plants: 

Bigleaf Hydrangea

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Bigleaf Hydrangea

Hydrangeas are among the showiest of all flowering shrubs. This variety has large, flat red and white flowers in summer above bold green foliage. Makes a stunning display in gardens or mixed shrub plantings. Flowers are great in arrangements, fresh or dried, or provide winter interest if left on the plant.

Impatiens

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Impatiens

Large, abundant flowers contrast beautifully with the rich, compact foliage. Highlights the shaded garden and is especially lovely in mixed containers, hanging baskets, at garden's edge, or anywhere a splash of color is desired.

Hydrangea

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Hydrangea

Dazzling flower heads make a stunning display in shaded gardens planted with hosta, azalea or rhododendron. Beautiful in flower arrangements, fresh or dried. Requires winter protection in zone 5. Prefers acid (sour), moist well-drained soil.

Japanese Forest Grass

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Forest Grass, Japanese

Brilliant foliage with a graceful cascading form. Outstanding in containers, rock gardens or woodland gardens. Provides a stunning contrast for the deep green foliage of evergreens, hostas or ferns. Shade from hot afternoon sun for best leaf color.

Fuchsia

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Fuchsia

Outstanding variegated foliage hosts delightful clusters of long, pendulant, bell flowers. Stunning as a container plant, or plant among coleus and silver artemisia. Attracts hummingbirds and butterflies. Prefers a moist, well-drained location sheltered from drying winds.

Calibrachoa

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Calibrachoa

Profuse, vibrant trumpets burst open with color, covering the handsome, trailing foliage of this excellent landscape plant. Whether rambling across the garden floor or gently tumbling over a container's edge, plentiful flowers abound on this uniform variety. Prefers well-drained soil.

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Selena G.'s collection

Plant type: 
perennial
Light: 
sun
Zone: 
5 - 9

Plants: 

Goldenrod

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Goldenrod

Abundant plumes of colorful flowers highlight the late season garden. Attracts butterflies and is a beautiful complement to the vibrant magentas and purples of aster, chrysanthemum and fall foliage. Pollinated by insects, not wind; does not cause hay fever.

Salvia

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Salvia

Beautiful flowers in a wide range of colors attract butterflies and hummingbirds. Available in many flower forms and habits, from large, dense flower spikes on compact plants to clouds of petite blooms on airy plants. You'll be sure to find one you like, whether for containers or in the garden.

Purple Coneflower

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Coneflower

Abundant flowers attract butterflies to a wide range of landscape settings. Beautiful in perennial, wildflower, cutting or mixed gardens and attractive planted with monarda, daisies, phlox, liatris or ornamental grass. Will tolerate periods of drought.

Sedum

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Sedum

Lantana

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Lantana

Vibrant flower clusters attract butterflies. Striking in gardens and containers, where plants can easily be trimmed to shape. Excellent drought and heat tolerance, and resistant to deer browsing. Vigorous where hardy; may be wintered indoors where not hardy. Prune lightly in mid- to late spring.

Threadleaf Coreopsis

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Threadleaf Coreopsis
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Leslie D.'s collection

Plant type: 
perennial
Light: 
sun
Zone: 
9 - 1

Plants: 

Lantana

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Lantana

Vibrant flower clusters attract butterflies. Striking in gardens and containers, where plants can easily be trimmed to shape. Excellent drought and heat tolerance, and resistant to deer browsing. Vigorous where hardy; may be wintered indoors where not hardy. Prune lightly in mid- to late spring.

Geranium

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Geranium

Large flower clusters in varying shades put on a fabulous display in gardens, baskets or containers. Groom plants by removing spent flowers and leaves. Feed regularly with a balanced fertilizer to ensure a fantastic show of blooms.

Coreopsis

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Coreopsis

Profuse, large, pale yellow, daisy-shaped flowers bloom over a long season. Attracts butterflies and bees to the garden. Airy, fernlike foliage is a superb filler in the flower garden or bouquet. Will tolerate heat, humidity and dry soil.

Marigold

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Marigold

Petite, crested flowers grow on sturdy stems above deeply divided foliage. A fast-growing annual for garden's edge, window boxes or containers. Very attractive in combination with blue-spiked flowers.

Calibrachoa

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Calibrachoa

A profusion of miniature flowers in an array of vibrant colors bloom throughout the season. Attracts hummingbirds. Cascades beautifully from containers and window boxes, trails over stone walls, and is a wonderful edging for garden paths.

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Meaghan D.'s collection

Plant type: 
annual
Light: 
sun
Zone: 
n/a

Plants: 

Coleus

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Coleus

Foliage so colorful and interesting there's no need for flowers! Plant alone in the garden or in decorative containers for spectacular color contrast. Combine with other annuals such as sweet potato vine or zinnia. Prolong your collection by taking cuttings in fall to start new plants for the coming season. Prefers moist, well-drained soil.

Algerian Ivy

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Algerian Ivy

This beautiful ivy adds rich texture to a wide range of landscape situations. In warm climates, use as a ground cover, for erosion control on slopes, or as a vine for climbing tree trunks and walls. Where not hardy, add to containers for porch, deck or indoor greenery. Prefers humus-rich, moist well-drained soil.

Fuchsia

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Fuchsia

Exquisite flowers in a breathtaking array of forms and color combinations. Some cascade elegantly from arching branches, others dangle precariously from stiff, upright stems. Combine with lobelia, bacopa, and ivy for a graceful, classic display. Prefers a cool site with moist, well-drained soil sheltered from drying winds.

New Guinea Impatiens

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New Guinea Impatiens

Nonstop flowers in beautiful hues are offset by handsome, glossy foliage. Popularly used for adding lively color to containers and annual plantings. Particularly lovely in mixed containers and hanging baskets. Provide shelter from wind.

Coral Bells

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Coral Bells

This exciting heuchera produces ruffled purple leaves and brilliant coral flowers. Makes a wonderful addition to the perennial border or rock garden. Delicate pink flower spikes complement the foliage and are lovely in cut flower arrangements.

Exotic Impatiens

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Exotic Impatiens

Unique flowers contrast beautifully with the rich, vigorous foliage. Highlights the shaded garden and is especially lovely in mixed containers, hanging baskets, at garden's edge, or anywhere a splash of color is desired.

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Stephanie H.'s collection

Plant type: 
annual
Light: 
part sun
Zone: 
n/a

Plants: 

Persian Shield

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Persian Shield

Absolutely stunning foliage. This unusual plant displays carmine highlights on shimmering copper-purple to metallic blue leaves. Fabulous for combination pots or planting in large drifts.

Calibrachoa

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Calibrachoa

A profusion of miniature flowers in an array of vibrant colors bloom throughout the season. Attracts hummingbirds. Cascades beautifully from containers and window boxes, trails over stone walls, and is a wonderful edging for garden paths.

Coleus

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Coleus

Stunning colors and variegation patterns highlight the shaded garden. Combine these rich colors with complementary or contrasting flowers or foliages for a remarkable effect. Some varieties tolerate full sun when given ample moisture.

Pentas

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Pentas

Clusters of lovely star-shaped flowers attract butterflies. Bushy plants covered with flowers are wonderful for containers or at garden's edge. Remove spent flowers to promote reblooming.

Vinca

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Vinca

Beautiful flowers attract butterflies to gardens, patio tubs or hanging baskets. Lovely with dusty miller, salvia or grasses. This superb summer performer thrives in hot locations near buildings or pavement. Prefers moderately fertile, well-drained soil.

Verbena

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Verbena
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Jen P.'s collection

Plant type: 
annual
Light: 
part sun
Zone: 
n/a

Plants: 

Primrose

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Primrose

This springtime favorite bears enchanting clusters of beautiful flowers that add cheerful color wherever they are placed. Keep evenly moist and remove spent blossoms to encourage reblooming.

Hyacinth

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Hyacinth

Fragrant blooms with straplike leaves are beautiful in the midspring garden. Great for forced blooming indoors or for planting along walks or pathways where their fragrance can be enjoyed. After flowering, forced hyacinths may be planted in the garden where they will flower in subsequent years.

Tulip

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Tulip

Vibrant colors create a bright display in any room. Add other spring bulbs for an indoor spring garden. Forced tulips may be planted outside after danger of frost. Prefers cool home temperatures 60-65°F (16-18°C) daytimes and 50-60°F (10-16°C) nights.

Daffodil

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Daffodil

Let these vibrant flowers help welcome spring! A cheerful sight after a long winter, combine these beautiful flowering bulbs with tulips, pulmonaria and hyacinth for a spectacular early season display. If planted in a container the previous fall, they can be brought inside for an indoor garden.

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Fiona B.'s collection

Plant type: 
annual
Light: 
sun
Zone: 
n/a
Plants: 

Verbena

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Verbena

Outstanding selection with a profusion of large, vibrant flower clusters. A superb plant for the butterfly garden, at garden's edge, or trailing over stones and rock walls. Heat and drought tolerant. Grown from cuttings, not seed.

Lupine

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Lupine

Dramatic flower spikes are an excellent choice for summer bouquets or attracting hummingbirds to the garden. Remove faded flower spikes to encourage reblooming and mulch lightly in winter. Prefers cool, evenly moist sites.

Lupine

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Lupine

Dramatic flower spikes are an excellent choice for summer bouquets or attracting hummingbirds to the garden. Remove faded flower spikes to encourage reblooming and mulch lightly in winter. Prefers cool, evenly moist sites.

Shasta Daisy

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Shasta Daisy

A profusion of large (4") flowers on mounded plants. Attractive in butterfly gardens, cutting gardens or combined with other perennials or annuals. Remove faded flowers for continued bloom and best appearance.

Calendula

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Calendula

Large and abundant, these full, daisylike flowers add vibrant color to the garden or container while attracting bees and butterflies. Long-lasting as a cut flower. Lovely mixed with sweet potato vine and dwarf delphinium. Remove faded flowers to promote continued bloom. Prefers well-drained soil.

Black-Eyed Susan

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Black-Eyed Susan

A profusion of vibrant flowers attract butterflies. Excellent cut flower, outstanding in the perennial garden or wildflower planting, and especially attractive with daylilies, daisies, asters and grasses. Allow to reseed in the garden. Heat tolerant.

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Melanie G.'s collection

Plant type: 
annual
Light: 
sun
Zone: 
n/a
Plants: 

Green-Leaf Wax Begonia

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Wax Begonia Green-Leaf

Vibrant blooms cover the bright foliage of this tender perennial. Perfect for combination pots, containers and window boxes, or makes a bold display when planted in large groups. In northern climates, treat as an annual; in frost-free areas, divide each spring. Prefers well-drained, humus-rich soil.

Celosia

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Celosia

Green-Leaf Wax Begonia

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Wax Begonia Green-Leaf

Vibrant blooms cover the bright foliage of this tender perennial. Perfect for combination pots, containers and window boxes, or makes a bold display when planted in large groups. In northern climates, treat as an annual; in frost-free areas, divide each spring. Prefers well-drained, humus-rich soil.

Globe Amaranth

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Globe Amaranth

Compact, bushy plants produce colorful, papery flower heads from summer to frost. Impressive massed in the border or as edging, this butterfly magnet is also a fine choice for containers. An excellent and long-lasting cut flower; dried blooms will retain their color.

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Aubrey F.'s collection

Plant type: 
perennial
Light: 
sun
Zone: 
3 - 8
Plants: 

Black-Eyed Susan

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Black-Eyed Susan

Bidens

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Bidens

Ferny foliage bursts forth with brilliant flowers that attract butterflies. This compact trailing plant is a great choice for containers, baskets, ground cover, or garden's edge. Where not hardy, treat as an annual. Prefers moist, well-drained soil.

Paludosum Daisy

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Paludosum Daisy

Dwarf, bushy plant with small white flowers that have yellow centers. Stunning as a border plant or in mass plantings. Attractive in butterfly gardens, cutting gardens, or combined with other perennials or annuals.

Fountain Grass

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Fountain Grass

Spectacular and long blooming. Excellent planted with spring-flowering bulbs, at water's edge, and in combination with rudbeckia, Russian sage and tall sedums. Attractive fall color and winter effect. Plumes are valued in flower arrangements.

Black-Eyed Susan

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Black-Eyed Susan

Brilliant flowers grow 5" wide and attract butterflies to your garden. Striking plants make a bold statement in the perennial garden and are lovely planted with annuals or ornamental grasses. Wonderful as a cut flower. 2003 All-America Selections winner.

Mexican Feather Grass

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Mexican Feather Grass

Slender, bright green leaves topped with tan flowers sway easily in the breeze, bringing texture and motion to your garden. Stunning combined with coneflower, yarrow, aster and sedum. Flower plumes are wonderful in dried arrangements.

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Morgan G.'s collection

Plant type: 
annual
Light: 
sun
Zone: 
n/a
Plants: 

African Marigold

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African Marigold

Large flowers add vibrant color to the flower garden or containers. Useful in the vegetable garden, where its fragrance can deter pests. Very attractive in combination with blue-spiked flowers. Long-blooming, tough and compact. Prefers well-drained soil.

Ageratum

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Ageratum

An ever-popular annual bearing vibrant flower clusters that attract butterflies. This variety is weather tolerant with an extremely uniform growth habit. A colorful addition to flower gardens, deck or patio containers, or window boxes and baskets. Prefers moist, well-drained soil.

Zonal Geranium

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Zonal Geranium

Large clusters of colorful blooms spring through fall on upright-growing foliage with distinctive leaf design. Pinto™ tolerates both cold and hot conditions, offering toughness and versatility for containers and landscapes. Remove spent flowers for continuous bloom. Keep soil moist and feed monthly with low-nitrogen fertilizer for nonstop blooming.

Green-Leaf Wax Begonia

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Wax Begonia Green-Leaf

Vibrant blooms cover the bright foliage of this tender perennial. Perfect for combination pots, containers and window boxes, or makes a bold display when planted in large groups. In northern climates, treat as an annual; in frost-free areas, divide each spring. Prefers well-drained, humus-rich soil.

Zonal Geranium

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Zonal Geranium

Large clusters of colorful blooms spring through fall on upright-growing foliage with distinctive leaf design. Pinto™ tolerates both cold and hot conditions, offering toughness and versatility for containers and landscapes. Remove spent flowers for continuous bloom. Keep soil moist and feed monthly with low-nitrogen fertilizer for nonstop blooming.

Salvia

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Salvia

Spikes of richly colored flowers attract butterflies to the garden and are lovely in bouquets. Plant in large groups to emphasize the vibrant blooms or in container gardens blended with black-eyed Susan and pink petunias for a marvelous display.

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Brooklyn H.'s collection

Plant type: 
annual
Light: 
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Grandiflora Petunia

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Grandiflora Petunia

An all-time favorite that enlivens the garden with a profusion of blooms that are irresistible to butterflies and hummingbirds. Splendid in hanging baskets and containers. Plant with verbena, marigold, zinnia, geranium or other annuals. Heat tolerant. Prune stems to promote bushiness.

Zonal Geranium

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Zonal Geranium

Exceptionally large, long-lasting flowers on durable plants. Vibrant blossoms provide a season-long display of color and attract hummingbirds and butterflies. Lovely in mixed garden plantings and containers. Grown from cuttings, not seed.

Fuchsia

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Fuchsia

Exquisite flowers in a breathtaking array of forms and color combinations. Some cascade elegantly from arching branches, others dangle precariously from stiff, upright stems. Combine with lobelia, bacopa, and ivy for a graceful, classic display. Prefers a cool site with moist, well-drained soil sheltered from drying winds.

Salvia

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Salvia

Spikes of small, brightly colored tubular flowers create a vivid floral display all season. This vibrant variety is a popular standby! Plant at garden's edge, in large groups to emphasize its color, or in mixed container gardens. An excellent complement to any garden setting.

Nicotiana

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Nicotiana

A refreshing change from the old annual standbys, this variety offers star-shaped blooms in a lovely shade. Attracts hummingbirds and butterflies. Use for background or along fences, or add to combination pots with lobelia, zinnia and sweet potato vine.

Sweet Alyssum

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Sweet Alyssum

Low-growing carpet teems with the tiniest of flowers! A versatile annual that is equally effective spilling over the rims of containers, filling in cracks between flagstones or blanketing garden's edge. This variety boasts an extremely compact habit. Very salt tolerant.

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Janice P.'s collection

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annual
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Celosia

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Celosia

Vibrant plumes bloom consistently regardless of conditions. Thrives in heat, humidity, drought and rain. Wonderful contrast between bold foliage and feathery flowers. Well-suited for garden's edge or in containers mixed with sweet potato vine, coleus and spikes. Flowers dry well for everlastings.

Diascia

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Diascia

Sumptuous flowers bloom on short, upturned spikes, adding masses of bright color to the garden. Fast-growing, compact and extremely floriferous, this is a great plant for containers, baskets and garden's edge. Water during dry spells.

Globe Amaranth

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Globe Amaranth

Compact, bushy plants produce colorful, papery flower heads from summer to frost. Impressive massed in the border or as edging, this butterfly magnet is also a fine choice for containers. An excellent and long-lasting cut flower; dried blooms will retain their color.

Verbena

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Verbena

Paludosum Daisy

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Paludosum Daisy

A profusion of large daisies attract butterflies to this annual plant. Compact growth habit makes this an ideal choice as a filler for garden's edge with hemerocallis and small ornamental grasses or in container gardens with geraniums and spikes. Prefers moderately fertile, moist well-drained soil.

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Urban L.'s collection

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annual
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Marigold

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Marigold

Vibrant flowers bloom above fragrant, highly divided foliage. This fast-growing annual is well-suited for garden's edge, container gardening, or window boxes. Very attractive in combination with blue-spiked flowers. May repel pests. Prefers well-drained soil.

Ageratum

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Ageratum

This ever-popular annual bears vibrant flower clusters that attract butterflies. Tall varieties make a colorful addition to flower gardens and are excellent in bouquets. Shorter selections are perfect in containers for the deck or patio, or window boxes and baskets. Grows best in moist, well-drained soil.

Dahlia

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Dahlia

Huge, long-lasting blooms on vigorous plants attract butterflies and hummingbirds. Excellent cut flower. Perfect for garden's edge, in containers and window boxes, or cut flower arrangements. Prefers rich, well-drained soil and full sun.

Golden Vicary Privet

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Golden Vicary Privet

A lovely semi-evergreen shrub highlights the landscape with its vibrant foliage. Well-suited for hedge, accent, or specimen. Aromatic flowers in spring, berries in late summer. Provides striking color contrast when planted in front of dark green shrubs or evergreens.

Zonal Geranium

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Zonal Geranium

Large clusters of colorful blooms spring through fall on upright-growing foliage with distinctive leaf design. Pinto™ tolerates both cold and hot conditions, offering toughness and versatility for containers and landscapes. Remove spent flowers for continuous bloom. Keep soil moist and feed monthly with low-nitrogen fertilizer for nonstop blooming.

Dusty Miller

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Dusty Miller

Highly divided silvery gray foliage has an antlerlike or coral-like appearance. Dusty Miller provides an excellent foil to most annuals and is a great choice to add contrast to beds, containers or baskets.

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Laine P.'s collection

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annual
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sun
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Marigold

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Marigold

Delightful double flowers add vibrant color to the flower garden, containers, or the vegetable garden, where its fragrance can deter pests. Very attractive in combination with blue-spiked flowers. This low-growing French marigold prefers well-drained soil.

Nasturtium

Nasturtium

Brightly colored, spice-scented flowers contrast nicely with deep green foliage. Nasturtiums naturally discourage insects, and the flowers and leaves are edible. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds all season.

Marigold

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Marigold

Petite, ruffled flowers grow on sturdy stems above deeply divided foliage. A fast-growing annual for garden's edge, window boxes or containers. Very attractive in combination with blue-spiked flowers.

Nasturtium

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Nasturtium

Brightly colored, spice-scented flowers contrast nicely with deep green foliage. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds all season.

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Nell O.'s collection

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annual
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Zinnia

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Zinnia

A favorite from Grandma's garden. This popular annual features brightly colored flowers that attract butterflies and hummingbirds to the garden. An outstanding cut flower. Frequent cutting for bouquets promotes reblooming.

African Marigold

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African Marigold

Huge flowers add vibrant color to the flower garden, in containers, or around the vegetable garden where its fragrance can deter pests. Very attractive in combination with blue-spiked flowers. Full flower heads can withstand overhead watering. Prefers well-drained soil.

Zinnia

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Zinnia

A new twist on a favorite from Grandma's garden, ムProfusion' zinnias are extremely tough, low maintenance, and are both weather and disease tolerant. Blooms continuously all summer. Combine with licorice plant, nasturtium and feather-type celosia at garden's edge or scatter them among aster and coneflower in a cottage garden.

Zinnia

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Zinnia

A favorite from Grandma's garden. This popular annual features brightly colored flowers that attract butterflies and hummingbirds to the garden. An outstanding cut flower. Frequent cutting for bouquets promotes reblooming.

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