Dahlia

If you know that you want a garden full of color, but can't decide which annual flowers to plant, we're here to help you. On these pages, we've included pictures and links of some of the brightest and best annual flowers. Include them in your next planting.

Dahlia
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Dahlia is a multicolor annual flower. These flowers love light and need full sun to grow well. Learn more about the dahlia's uses, varieties, and growing methods for the dahlia.

Gazania, Treasure Flower

Gazania, Treasure Flower
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Gazania, also known as the treasure flower, is a bright annual flower. This multicolor annual needs full sun to thrive. Learn about the varieties, uses, and growing methods for the gazania.

Lavatera, Rose Mallow

Lavatera, Rose Mallow
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Lavatera, or rose mallow, is a pretty pink to fuchsia annual flower. This annual needs full sun to thrive. Find out about the uses, varieties, and growing methods for rose mallow.

Sweet Alyssum

Sweet Alyssum
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Sweet Alyssum is a white to green annual flower. This annual grows under 12 inches -- plant in the front of a garden. Learn about the uses, varieties, and growing methods for sweet alyssum.

Dahlberg Daisy, Golden Fleece

Dahlberg Daisy, Golden Fleece
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The Dahlberg Daisy, or golden fleece, is a yellow to orange annual. This full sun annual flower needs a lot of light to thrive. Learn about the uses, varieties, and growing method for golden fleece.

Pansy, Viola

Pansy, Viola
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Pansy, or viola, is an annual flower. This multicolor annual grows under 12 inches, so is best in the front of a garden. Learn about the uses, varieties, and growing methods for violas.

Lantana

Lantana
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Lantana is a bright annual flower. This full sun annual needs a lot of light to thrive. Learn about the uses, varieties, and growing methods for lantana flowers.

Bachelor's Button, Cornflower

Bachelor's Button, Cornflower
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Bachelor's button, or cornflower, got its name from its use as a boutonniere. In the garden, this full sun annual needs a lot of light. Learn about the uses, varieties, and growing methods for the cornflower.

Marigold

Marigold
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The marigold is a stunning yellow to orange annual flower. These full sun annuals need lots of light to thrive. Learn more about the uses, varieties, and growing methods of the marigold.

Lisianthus, Prairie Garden

Lisianthus,  Prairie Garden
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Lisianthus, or prairie garden, is a brilliant annual flower. This full sun annual requires a lot of light to blossom. Learn about the uses, varieties, and growing methods for the prairie garden.

Dusty Miller

Dusty Miller
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Dusty miller is a great full sun annual. Its beautiful lines can add visual interest to any garden. Discover the uses, varieties, and growing methods for the dusty miller.

Ageratum, Floss Flower

Ageratum, Floss Flower
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Ageratum, or floss flower, is a stunning annual flower. This annual does best in average soil, which makes it a perfect choice for many gardeners. Learn about the uses, varieties, and growing methods for the floss flower.

Cosmos

Cosmos
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Cosmos is an annual flower. This sweet annual thrives in full sun. Learn about the uses, varieties, and growing methods for cosmos.

Wax Begonia, Fibrous Begonia

Wax Begonia, Fibrous Begonia
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The wax begonia, or fibrous begonia, is a brilliant multicolor annual. These versatile annuals grow in every sun condition, even full shade. Discover the other uses, varieties, and growing methods for the fibrous begonia.

Browallia, Sapphire Flower

Browallia, Sapphire Flower

Browallia, or sapphire flower, is a beautiful annual flower. This annual grows well in average soil, making it great for most gardens. Learn about the uses, varieties, and growing methods for the sapphire flower.

Cleome, Spider Flower

Cleome, Spider Flower
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Cleome, or spider flower, is a tall annual flower. This full sun annual thrives with a lot of natural light. Learn about the uses, varieties, and growing methods for the spider flowers.

Coleus

Coleus
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Coleus is a beautiful annual. It grows to a mid-range height, which makes it a great chocie for the middle of the garden. Learn about the different uses, varieties, and growing methods for coleus.

Nicotiana, Flowering Tobacco

Nicotiana, Flowering Tobacco
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Nicotiana, or flowering tobacco, is a multicolor annual flower. While it is related to the type used in cigarettes, this one is grown for its ornamental values. Learn more about the uses, varieties, and growing methods for flowering tobacco.

Petunia

Petunia
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The petunia is a sweet little flower that is sure to make you smile. This multicolor annual does best in full sun. Discover the uses, varieties, and growing methods for the petunia.

Sweet Pea

Sweet Pea
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Sweet Pea is a multicolor annual flower known for its stunning splashes of color. A full sun annual, this flower needs a lot of natural light to thrive. Learn about the varieties, uses, and growing methods for the sweet pea.

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