The encyclopedia of annuals helps you identify a multitude of annuals. Learn the facts from the encyclopedia of annuals before planting your own garden.
Torenia, or wishbone flower, is an annual flower that thrives in shade and hot, humid weather. The blue flowers look a bit like open-faced snapdragons with prominent markings on the petals. Learn more about torenia. See more »
Sweet false chamomile is an annual flower that gives off sweet smells while growing or dried in sachets. In this article, learn about planting, growing, propagating, and using sweet false chamomile.
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Sweet pea is an annual flower grown in cool maritime or mountain climates, and brings its beauty all summer. This vining plant is best in winter and early spring. Learn more about sweet pea.
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Thunbergia, also known as Black-Eyed Susan Vine or Clock Vine, climbs to heights of 8 feet. Petals of white, yellow, orange, or cream fan around dark "eyes." Learn about this fantastic trellising plant.
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Tidy tips is a great annual flower for cutting. With its distinctive yellow petals with white tips, it highlights any floral arrangement. In this article, learn about planting, growing, propagating, and using tidy tips.
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Tithonia or Mexican Sunflower is an annual flower that grows large, dramatic, and brightly colored blossoms on stalks as high as 8 feet. In this article, learn about planting, growing, propagating, and using tithonia.
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Toadflax is an annual flower that grows rapidly from seeds. A native of Morocco, these flowers pop open when squeezed. In this article, learn about planting, growing, propagating, and using toadflax.
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Torenia, or wishbone flower, fond of muggy climates, grows into a short, bush-like clump. Flowers come in many colors and look like snapdragons. Learn about using torenia in a formal garden bed.
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Torenia, or wishbone flower, is an annual flower that thrives in shade and hot, humid weather. The blue flowers look a bit like open-faced snapdragons with prominent markings on the petals. Learn more about torenia.
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Transvaal daisy, also called Barberton daisy, is a annual flower that grows well in pots or the garden, and does well as a cut flower. In this article, learn about planting and growing Transvaal daisy.
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Tuberose is an annual flower that has white blossoms and a very sweet aroma. Cultivated by the Aztecs, they grow best in warm climates with lots of sun. In this article, learn about growing tuberose.
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Tuberous begonia is an annual flower bred to please gardeners, blooming the size of a salad plate in almost every color. In this article, learn about planting, growing, propagating, and using tuberous begonia.
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Verbena is an annual flower known for being a garden treasure in areas where few other plants will grow. Some are trailing plants, others are great in rock gardens. Learn more about this flower.
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Vinca, or Madagascar periwinkle, is an annual flower that flowers constantly. This tropical plant stands up well to heat and humidity. Vinca flowers are divided, one to two inches in diameter. Learn about this flower.
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Wax begonia and fibrous begonia are annuals equally at home in full sun or full but bright shade. They have white, pink, rose, or red blossoms. Find out about these flowers.
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Annuals are flowers that bloom the first year they are planted. In this article, learn about white to green annual flowers that can add some variety and color to your annual garden.
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When planning a garden, most people mix different annual varieties for diversity in color, texture, and height. Learn about the yellow to orange annual flowers you can use to spice up your garden.
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Zinnia is an annual flower among the favorite in American garden flowers, loved for its sturdy and colorful blooms. Flowers come in almost every color except blue. Learn more about this flower.
See more »American marigold is the largest of the marigolds. Great height and large flowers add loads of glowing color to flower beds, containers, and borders. Read more about this popular annual.
See more »Dracaena, or spike plant, was traditionally considered a houseplant, but has now moved outside as an annual. The leaves add great height and texture to any garden scenery. Read about this fascinating plant.
See more »Fountain grass has tender leaves of both green and purple adorned by beautiful pinkish flower spikes in late summer. Read about how these grasses can add texture and great color to your garden.
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