Cheiranthus, commonly known as wallflowers, are perennial plants that are relatively easy to grow. Cherianthus bears showy, terminal spikes of bright, sweet fragrant flowers adding a pop of color to the garden. Cherianthus is a great cut flower than can be enjoyed indoors. It also attracts butterflies and pollinators to the garden. Cherianthus are small to medium-sized plants with woody stems and narrow, lance-shaped leaves. The flowers are arranged in dense clusters at the top of the stem and come in a variety of colors, including shades of yellow, orange, pink, purple, and red. The flowers h ..read more

Callistephus–commonly called China asters–are big frilly flowers in shades of red, pink, white, lavender-blue, and purple. Low-growing asters can be used as edging, taller ones of cutting. China asters bloom from late summer to frost. China asters belong to one of two distinct genera of plants both of which are members of the daisy family. China asters are annuals; the second group is hardy asters, also called Michaelmas Daisies (see separate article). China aster, Callistephs chinensis, is a lush and spectacular annual. The plants grow from 12 to 30 inches (30-76cm) tall and are much-branched ..read more

Vinca rosea (Catharanthus) is a colorful evergreen groundcover with colorful white and pink flowers. Vinca rosea is a perennial usually treated as an annual. It is sometimes called Madagascar periwinkle, but it should not be confused with the evergreen groundcover called vinca or periwinkle. Catharanthus is a good ground cover choice for summer an autumn in hot climates. It thrives in dry or humid heat. Plants can grow 1 to 2 feet tall. Leaves are deep glossy green and the flowers are 1.5 inches across and phlox like. Colors include pure white, white with rose or red eye, blush pink, clear cot ..read more

Chinese forget-me-not, botanical name Cynoglossum, bears pendents of sky-blue, sometimes white, or pale pink flowers in late summer. Chinese-forget-me-not is a slow-growing upright and somewhat bushy annual or biennial. Cynoglossums include about 55 species of annuals, biennials, and short-lived perennials. The sprays of small tubular to funnel-shaped flowers resemble forget-me-nots.Cynoglossums often have hairy or bristly leaves and stems. Place Cynoglossum midway in the flower bed or border. Cynoglossum amabile, Chinese Forget-me-notGet to know Cynoglossum Plant type: Annual Growing Zones a ..read more

Diascia–commonly called twinspur–produces spikes of pink to lilac flowers above heart-shaped tapering leaves from summer to fall. Twinspur is a great choice for growing in pots or the front of sunny beds or in containers. Diascia has erect or sprawling stems and racemes of tubular flowers with five lobes or ‘petals.’ The bottom lobe is flared and larger than the others. The two upper lobes have backward-pointing spurs–thus the common name twinspurs. Diascia will grow easily in average, well-drained soil. Grow Diascia in full sun except in hot summer regions where it is best placed in afternoon ..read more

Texas Bluebonnet, Lupinus texensis, bears blue, pealike flowers in midsummer. Flowers are borne on long, graceful spikes from 1 to 3 feet tall. Bluebonnets are a good fit for meadows and long drives. They quickly reseed and naturalize. Texas Bluebonnets Get to know Texas Bluebonnet Plant type: Cool-season annual Growing Zones and range: 2-11 Hardiness: Best in cool weather Height and width: 10” to 12” tall and wide Flowers: Pea-like blooms Bloom time: Spring and summer Uses: Wildflower gardens, meadows, along roads Common name: Texas Bluebonnet Botanical name: Lupinus texensis Origin: Grassla ..read more

Hedyotis is a large genus of mostly low-growing perennials and annuals. Hedyotis michauxii is a species often grown in gardens and as a houseplant. It is a low, creeping plant with sky-blue flowers — four, cross-shaped petals with a creamy yellow center. Other species of Hedyotis have white flowers. Hedyotis prefers warm soil and air temperatures. Hedyotis is weak-stemmed; it creeps through the garden rooting as it goes. The short, slender flower stalks appear in tight clusters or loose short spray. The plant will form a mat of color in spring and summer. Hedyotis belongs to the Rubiaceae fami ..read more

Clarkia–commonly called Godetia–is a Western wildflower adapted to gardens. Godetias put on a showy display of subtle white, lavender, pink, red, and yellow flowers from late spring into summer. The cup-shaped flowers can be single or double. Godetia is a good choice for mixed borders and mass displays and in meadows and wildflower gardens. Sow seed in place in fall in mild winter regions or in spring. Seedlings are difficult to transplant, but volunteers grow very well. Garden Success Products at Amazon: 10 pcs Stainless Steel Garden Hand Tool Set Flexi Hose with 8-inch Nozzle Gorilla Cart 4 ..read more

Cosmos is an old-fashioned favorite that bears clouds of daisylike flowers on long stems above feathery foliage. Cosmos can be started from seed indoors and transplanted into the garden two or three weeks after the last frost in spring. It will bloom from late spring into autumn. Mass cosmos in large bands or groups in flower beds and borders. Grow cosmos in containers. It also is used in meadows and wildflower gardens. Cosmos wants full sun and well-drained soil. Flower Garden Success Products at Amazon: Wildflower Seed Mix Attracts Hummingbirds and Butterflies Eden Brothers All Perennial Se ..read more

Zinnia is a low, bushy annual with oval dark green leaves, and red, yellow, purple, pink, and sometimes green daisy-like flowers from summer to early fall. Zinnias offer masses of color in beds and borders and can be grown in small groups in containers and pots. Zinnias are hot-weather plants. They do best after the weather warms in late spring or early summer. When autumn comes, zinnias can suffer from powdery mildew as nights grow longer and dew sits on plants longer. Most garden zinnia belongs to the species Zinnia elegant. Flower Garden Success Products at Amazon: Wildflower Seed Mix Attr ..read more