Annuals are the work horse of the flower garden. They bloom from Spring through Fall - and because of Colorado's high light intensity, the colors of annuals are more vibrant than anywhere in the nation.

1. Good annuals for sunny locations: Geranium, marigolds, portulaca (moss rose), petunias, zinnias, verbena, daisy, dianthus, cosmos.
2. Good annuals for partial sun: Snapdragons, allysum, lobelia, pansies, salvia, vinca, wax begonia.
3. Good annuals for shade: Impatiens, coleus, tuberous begonias, mimulus, torenia, fuchsia.

Something New To Try

• Schizanthus - multicolor orchid-like bloom with ferny foliage. Part sun.
• Bacopa - brilliant white carpet of mini blooms, cascading style. Great for basket and container gardening. Full-sun to part sun.
• Swan River Daisy (Brachyscome) - daisy like one inch flowers in blue or lavendar, attracts butterflies. Full sun to semi-shade.
• Wave Petunias - pink or purple petunias appear profusely throughout the season, mostly used as groundcovers, baskets or garden beds. Full sun to part shade.