Cockscomb plants produce simple ovalleavesthat are arranged alternately along the stem and often are borne on a reddish petiole (leafstalk). The herbaceous plants grow some 23–81 cm (9–32 inches) in height, depending on the variety. The smallflowershave colourful bracts and are densely arrang...
Yet when the exotic flowers appear, they really steal the show, each one resembling a tiny parrot’s beak, a common name by which it is sometimes known. Flower colors are in fiery shades of red, orange, and/or gold and are loved by hummingbirds. Height/Spread: 6 to 8 inches tall ...
Summer Snapdragon will continue to bloom and grow new shoots and flowers throughout the season. botanical nameAngelonia angustifolia sun requirementsFull sun height12 to 24 inches hardiness zones9 to 11 Angelonia is often confused with the popular annualsnapdragon, which explains why it received it...
Annual Flowers Image Gallery Annuals are primed to germinate quickly when conditions are right, grow speedily, and then make loads of flowers, fruits, roots and seeds. Learn all about annual flowers by checking out this annual flower pictures image gallery. You may get some ideas. By Marie Bo...
The way flowers grow has led to classification as annual, perennial and biennial. Some complete their life cycle in one year, in two years or several years.
‘Bandera Purple’ – the more expensive of the two – was actually three plants in one color-coordinated bowl (“Go ‘Colour Crazy’ with matching pots and flowers”!). Fine by me – I just got 2 free plants. (By the way, this is nothing new for me – I’ve written about it ...
1.1Grow Zone Recommendation: Annual vinca flowers are grown in USDA growing zones 2 to 11. 1.2Sunlight Needs: This summertime stunner is best suited for growing in sunny locations where it gets good sunlight for the better part of the day. ...
Annual Flowers Image Gallery Annuals are primed to germinate quickly when conditions are right, grow speedily, and then make loads of flowers, fruits, roots and seeds. Learn all about annual flowers by checking out this annual flower pictures image gallery. You may get some ideas. By Marie Bo...
Many flowers prefer the cool days of spring and fall. Discover hardy annuals that are perfect for the cool season, including larkspur, diascia, and petunias.
Growth Habit: Astilbe is a clump-forming perennial with fern-like leaves and tall flower stalks with plume-like flowers. Plants range in size from 1 to 4 feet