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Scarlet runner bean is a colorful annual flower that grows well when trained up arches, trellises or fences. In this article, learn about planting, growing, propagating, and using scarlet runner bean. More »
20 Best Annual Flower Pictures
Decide how to design your garden. In this article, we'll help you choose the best annual flowers. Look at photos of the most beautiful annuals and determine the right flowers for your yard.
Native to South Africa, the African Daisy brings a vibrant splash of yellow or orange to any flower bed. Learn how to grow African daisy at HowStuffWorks.
Ageratum are fluffy annual flowers that come in white, lavender-blue, and pink and are ideal for summer gardens and containers. Ageratum plants are covered with clusters of small, fuzzy blue flowers. Learn about floss flowers.
Alternanthera, coming in perhaps 200 varieties, attracts attention for its leaf color, varying from gold to fuschia. Take caution with frost exposure and learn more about alternating alternanthera's colors in garden beds or hanging pots.
Amaranthus, or summer poinsettia, is an annual plant capped with a swirling crown of hot-colored yellow and red leaves. The upper third of the plant eventually takes on red and yellow leaves. Learn about amaranthus.
Annual baby's breath is a delicate annual flower that produces white and pink flowers. Learn how to grow and cultivate baby's breath.
Annual beard tongue is a languid annual that produces flowers of various colors, including pink, white and blue. Learn how to grow and maintain beard tongue.
Annual Black-Eyed Susan, Gloriosa Daisy
Most of know that these bright annuals do well in large containers and are good cut flowers. When planting them, consider any sunny location is ideal. Beds, borders, and planting strips or embedded with ornamental grasses is recommended.
Annual candytuft is an informal annual that's ideal for edging walkways and flowerbeds. Learn about growing, propagating, and using annual candytuft at HowStuffWorks.
Annual foxglove is more than just a beautiful late-summer multi-colored annual: this plant also produces a life-saving heart medicine. Learn how to grow annual foxglove.
Ornamental grasses and foliage add grace to any garden. With their array of colors, textures, and sizes, ornamental grasses add year-round interest. Learn about annual grasses and foliage you can use in your garden design.
Herbs are useful for cooking, crafting, and decorating -- boldly coming out of the garden and into your home. Learn why annual herbs like basil are a mainstay of most herb gardens.
Annual phlox, also known as Texas pride, is a dependable, vibrant annual that is easy to maintain. Learn how to grow and maintain annual phlox.
Annual plants are easy to work with, and can liven up any garden with an infusion of color. Learn about different kinds of annual plants, and how you can use them to enhance your landscape.
Annual primrose is a mild-winter, multi-colored annual with a distinctive beauty. Learn how to grow annual primrose.
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