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A Great Summer Planting with Mexican Sunflower, Zinnia and Grasses

Perennial Combinations, Plant Combinations, Flowerbeds Ideas, Summer Borders, Fall Borders

Garden Ideas, Border ideas, Perennial Planting, Perennial combination, Summer Border, Pennisetum villosum, Tithonia rotundifolia, Zinnia elegans, Foeniculum vulgare, Cleome spinosa

Annual blooms infuse summer gardens with vibrant hues and dynamic energy. Take this exemplary border concept, for instance, which melds intriguing floral varieties for an arresting display. It features the fiery Tithonia rotundifolia (Mexican Sunflower), the ethereal Cleome hassleriana ‘Violet Queen’ (Spider Flower), and the resplendent ‘Benary’s Giant’ Zinnias, all of which add height and vigor to the ensemble.

These floral stars are complemented by the delicate Pennisetum villosum (Feathertop Grass) with its whimsical plumes, and the textured, fragrant leaves of Foeniculum vulgare ‘Rubrum’ (Bronze Fennel). Together, they infuse the arrangement with a sense of fluidity and lightness.

Such a captivating blend is not just visually rewarding but is also simple to recreate in any sun-blessed garden. Expect this vibrant ensemble to enchant onlookers from early summer right up until the first frost.

Moreover, these plants are both drought-resistant and low-maintenance, ensuring a hassle-free, delightful gardening experience. Dive in and relish the beauty!

Garden Information

Hardiness 4 - 9
Heat Zones 6 - 9
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Summer (Early, Mid, Late)
Fall
Maintenance Low, Average
Water Needs Average
Soil Type Loam, Sand
Soil pH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained
Characteristics Dried Arrangements, Cut Flowers, Plant of Merit, Showy
Tolerance Drought
Attracts Birds, Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Landscaping Ideas Beds And Borders
Garden Styles Cutting Garden, Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden

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Zinnia Cleome (Spider Flower) Pennisetum (Fountain Grass)
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Alternative Plants to Consider

Cleome hassleriana ‘Rose Queen’ (Spider Flower)
Cleome hassleriana ‘Sparkler Blush’ (Spider Flower)
While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.

Garden Information

Hardiness 4 - 9
Heat Zones 6 - 9
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Summer (Early, Mid, Late)
Fall
Maintenance Low, Average
Water Needs Average
Soil Type Loam, Sand
Soil pH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained
Characteristics Dried Arrangements, Cut Flowers, Plant of Merit, Showy
Tolerance Drought
Attracts Birds, Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Landscaping Ideas Beds And Borders
Garden Styles Cutting Garden, Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden
How Many Plants
Do I Need?
Explore Great Plant Combination Ideas
Zinnia Cleome (Spider Flower) Pennisetum (Fountain Grass)
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