Sun Needs
Full Sun
Soil Needs
Well-drained
Zones
2 – 10
Height
0.5 – 1.25 feet
Blooms in
Early Summer – Mid-Fall
Features
Good for cut flowers
Mazus
Mazus is excellent for rock gardens or growing alongside stepping stones, as these small perennials grow to only two inches tall. Watch out though, Mazus will spread quickly if not kept in check.
Sun Needs
Full Sun?/?Partial Shade
Soil Needs
Well-drained
Sun Needs
Full Sun?/?Partial Shade
Soil Needs
Well-drained
Zones
2 – 10
Height
0.33 – 0.75 foot
Blooms in
Early Summer – Mid-Fall
Features
Attracts butterflies
Lupine
Also known as blueonnets or quaker bonnets, the Lupine has grey-green leaves coated in silvery hairs. The blue or purple flowers grow along the tall stems, while the seeds are often harvested as a substitute for soybeans.
Sun Needs
Full Sun?/?Partial Shade
Soil Needs
Well-drained
Zones
3 – 9
Height
2.5 – 5 feet
Blooms in
Summer
Features
Good for cut flowers
Maiden Pink
These sweet flowers produce fringed petals in bright shade or red, pink or white. Maiden Pink is hardy but also known to be an aggressive plant that self seeds, so its often used for groundcover or garden borders.
Sun Needs
Full Sun?/?Partial Shade
Soil Needs
Well-drained
Zones
3 – 9
Height
0.25 – 1 foot
Blooms in
Late Spring – Early Summer
Features
Non-invasive
Malva
As the origin for the name of the color “mauve,” the Malva features pink and purple blooms with stripes that radiate outwards. Malva is a vigorous plant and often seen growing freely in fields and hedges.
Sun Needs
Full Sun
Soil Needs
Well-drained
Zones
4 – 9
Height
0.5 – 4 feet
Blooms in
Summer
Features
Good for cut flowers
Marigold
Marigolds are an easy easy way to add rich color to your garden. Aromatic and inviting to butterflies and hummingbirds, the Marigold comes primarily in shades of red, orange and yellow. Bring inside and arrange to make a beautiful golden bouquet.
Zones
3 – 9
Height
0.04 – 0.16 foot
Blooms in
Late Spring – Early Summer
Features
Non-invasive
Mirabilis
Also known as Four O’Clocks, the Mirabilis produces bright yellow, pink, purple, red and white flowers. Tolerating droughty soil, the Mirabilis is an easy to grow plant that will continue to bloom into mid-fall frost.
Sun Needs
Full Sun?/?Partial Shade
Soil Needs
Well-drained
Zones
7 – 11
Height
1.5 – 2 feet
Blooms in
Mid-Summer – Mid-Fall
Features
Attracts hummingbirds
Moonflower
The Moonflower looks as sweet as it sounds. This vine only blooms at dusk and closes back up just after dawn. Attracting beneficial insects like hummingbirds and nocturnal moths, the Moonflower is the perfect addition to a garden trellis, gate or fence.
Sun Needs
Full Sun
Soil Needs
Well-drained
Zones
10 – 11
Height
6 – 15 feet
Blooms in
Early Summer – Early Fall
Features
Attracts hummingbirds
Morning Glory
The Morning Glory is most well known for their unraveling bloom that occurs in the early morning and shrivel back up in the hot afternoon sun. Once in bloom, flowers come in shades of red, blue, violet, white and pink and also feature star markings.
Sun Needs
Full Sun
Soil Needs
Well-drained
Zones
2 – 11
Height
6 – 10 feet
Blooms in
Early Summer – Early Fall
Features
Attracts hummingbirds
Nasturtium
Nasturtium’s vibrant red, orange and yellow flowers not only add a pop of color to gardens and outdoor containers, their flowers also make for a zesty addition to salads. Nasturtiums are tough and thrive in droughty and low fertile soils, making it ideal for warmer climates.
Sun Needs
Full Sun
Soil Needs
Well-drained
Zones
9 – 11
Height
0.8 – 1.5 feet
Blooms in
Early Summer – Mid-Fall
Features
Good for cut flowers
Nierembergia
Also known as Cupflower, the Nierembergia prefers rich, moist soil and comes in blue, violet and white shades. Growing into early fall, the Nierembergia can handle some frost and make for great late-season bouquets.
Sun Needs
Full Sun?/?Partial Shade
Soil Needs
Well-drained
Zones
7 – 10
Height
0.5 – 1 foot
Blooms in
Mid-Summer – Early Fall
Features
Good for cut flowers
Orchid
As one of the top two largest flower plant families, the Orchid consists of about 27,800 accepted species. The most common genus, Phalaenopsis, is what is typically seen in home gardens and containers. They come in a vareity of tropical colors, including violet, pink, orange, red and white.
Sun Needs
Full Sun?/?Partial Shade
Soil Needs
Well-drained
Zones
2 – 8
Height
1 – 2 ft
Blooms in
Early Spring – Early Fall
Features
Good for cut flowers
Osteospermum
Also known as the African Daisy, Osteospermums come in yellow, blue, violet, white and pink. While difficult at first to cultivate, Osteospermums tolerate a variety of soil conditions and can grow during frost into mid-fall.
Sun Needs
Full Sun
Soil Needs
Well-drained
Zones
9 – 11
Height
2 – 5 feet
Blooms in
Mid-Summer – Mif-Fall
Features
Good for cut flowers
Pansy
These delightful, friendly flowers are early bloomers and often one of the first signs of springtime. With brightly lit faces in shades of red, orange, yellow, blue, violet, white and pink, Pansies will bloom in single, bicolors or tricolors.
Sun Needs
Full Sun?/?Partial Shade
Soil Needs
Well-drained
Zones
2 – 11
Height
0.5 – 0.75 foot
Blooms in
Spring
Features
Tolerates frost
Pearly Everlasting
Pearly Everlasting blooms into mid-fall, making a perfect fit for the frost prone garden. Requiring damp soil, Pearly Everlasting is easy to grow but must be maintained to avoid overgrowth.
Sun Needs
Full Sun?/?Partial Shade
Soil Needs
Damp
Zones
3 – 8
Height
1 – 3 feet
Blooms in
Mid-Summer – Early Fall
Features
Good for cut flowers
Perennial Flax
The Perennial Flax has a short lifespan and is moderately difficult to care for, requiring well-drained soil and full sun. Once in bloom though, it will self seed and grow to a large, cushion clump.
Sun Needs
Full Sun
Soil Needs
Well-drained
Zones
5 – 9
Height
1 – 2 feet
Blooms in
Summer
Features
Tolerates heat
Periwinkle
This long lasting plant (known to grow over three seasons) is simple to manage and produces vibrant flowers in violet, white or pink. Keep the bloom lasting into the winter by bringing it indoors and placing it in full sun.
Sun Needs
Full Sun?/?Partial Shade
Soil Needs
Droughty
Zones
2 – 11
Height
1 – 2 feet
Blooms in
Mid-Spring – Mid-Fall
Features
Tolerates heat
Petunia
Equally hardy as they are precious, Petunias are a popular choice among beginner gardeners given their ease of care and adaptability to harsh climates. With a long bloom season, Petunias are most commonly found in violet, white or pink colors.
Sun Needs
Full Sun
Soil Needs
Well-drained
Zones
8 – 11
Height
0.66 – 1 foot
Blooms in
Early Summer – Mid-Fall
Features
Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds
Pincushion Flower
The Pincushion Flower gets its name from the long, grey stamens that resemble pins growing out of the cushion of the flowers. Coming in red, yellow, blue, violet, white and pink, Pincushion Flowers attract bees and hummingbirds.
Sun Needs
Full Sun
Soil Needs
Well-drained
Zones
3 – 11
Height
2 – 3 feet
Blooms in
Early Summer – Mid-Fall
Features
Good for cut flowers
Polka Dot Plant
This spotted plant is equally as popular as an indoor plant, preferring filtered sun, well-drained soil and frequent misting to retain moisture. Outside, the Polka Dot Plant grows with vivid white, red or pink spots on its dark green leaves.
Sun Needs
Partial Shade
Soil Needs
Well-drained
Zones
10 – 12
Height
0.5 – 1.5 feet
Blooms in
Mid-Summer
Features
Deer resistant
Primrose
The cheery Primrose comes in many bright colors, including red, orange, yellow, blue, indigo, violet, white and pink. While popular for indoor containers, it isn’t meant to be a long lasting houseplant, so be prepared for a short lifespan similar to Orchids or Poinsettias.
Sun Needs
Partial Shade
Soil Needs
Well-drained
Zones
3 – 8
Height
0.75 – 1.5 feet
Blooms in
Spring
Features
Non-invasive
Ranunculus
These lustrous flowers include more than 60 species, including the popular Buttercup. Other varieties come in red, white, purple, orange and pink colors, known for their bulbous, closely formed petals.