While some summer flowers have brief moments in the spotlight, these beauties keep on blooming right up until fall in most parts of the U.S.
If you want long-blooming flowers that are easy to grow, start with this list! Annual flowers, such as many of these, work well in containers because you plant them and then enjoy the color explosion all season with little maintenance.
Profusion Zinnias
Zinnia, Annual
Zinnias come in all sizes, from ground covers to giant plants that top out at 5 feet or taller. For a shorter plant that does well in pots, try Profusion zinnias that reach 18 inches and bloom nonstop throughout the summer with no need to remove faded blooms. Colors range from white to orange, yellow and red.
Why we love it: It’s easy to start from seeds, or buy plants at a local garden center.
Petunias
Petunia, Annual
These garden favorites pump out blooms in nearly every hue all summer long with little care. Give petunias plenty of sun and keep them well watered. Today’s petunias are bred to be self-cleaning and to bloom without deadheading.
Why we love it: You can brighten your landscape with these fanciful types of flowers that offer vibrant color in spring, summer and fall.
Find out why Wave petunias blow other petunia plants out of the water.