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Annual flowers are plants that complete their life cycle in a single growing season, typically blooming from spring to fall before dying off in the winter. They are a popular choice for gardeners because they provide colorful blooms and can be used to add texture and variety to gardens, window boxes, and containers. 

Some of the most popular annual flowers include:

Begonia: Their leaves steal the show with asymmetrical beauty, and their flowers add a pop of color. Perfect for gardens, containers, or as a stunning indoor plant.

Cosmos: These showy annual flowers produce daisy-like blooms, dancing above delicate fern-like leaves and creating a stunning display in gardens or cut flower arrangements. 

Geranium: Vibrant blooms in shades of pink, red, and white are paired with textured, fragrant leaves. A classic beauty that never goes out of style.

Impatiens: A popular choice, particularly for shady areas, as they do well in low-light conditions. 

Marigold: Prized for its bright yellow, orange, and red flowers, marigold is easy to grow and is often used as a companion plant to repel pests and attract beneficial insects.

Petunia: Petunias are known for their trumpet-shaped blooms and are commonly used in hanging baskets and as border plants.

Snapdragon: their tall spikes of blooms in hues of pink, red, and yellow rise above a bed of lush, green foliage, adding height and drama to any garden or bouquet. 

Verbena: Clusters of vibrant blooms in shades of pink, purple, and red adorn sprawling, cascading foliage that adds a touch of whimsy charm to any garden or hanging basket. 

Zinnia: Bold, multi-layered blooms in shades of pink, orange, and yellow stand out against a backdrop of green, lush foliage, creating a stunning visual display in gardens or as cut flowers. 

Annual flowers are a great way to add color and variety to your garden or landscaping. Whether you prefer delicate flowers like geraniums or bright, bold blooms like marigolds, there is an annual flower to suit your needs. 
 

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Abelmoschus esculentus (Okra)

Grown for its edible fruit, Abelmoschus esculentus (Okra) is an annual boasting hibiscus-like flowers, 2-3 in. across (5-7 cm), in shades of yellow, pink, orange and red with contrasting centers. Blooming freely throughout the growing season, the blossoms give way to fruit capsules that can be used fresh or dried, and can also be cooked on their own or added to soups or stews.

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Ageratum houstonianum 'Blue Horizon' (Floss Flower)

One of the tallest, Ageratum houstonianum 'Blue Horizon' (Floss Flower) is a frost-tender annual boasting fluffy lavender to purplish-blue flower clusters, up to 3 in. across (7 cm), from late spring to frost.

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Ageratum houstonianum 'Blue Mink' (Floss Flower)

Noted for its long blooming season, Ageratum houstonianum 'Blue Mink' (Floss Flower) is a compact, clump-forming, half-hardy annual boasting fluffy powder-blue flowers from late spring to frost. Attractive to butterflies, the blossoms are borne on sturdy stems and float above the foliage of mid-green ovate leaves.

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Ageratum houstonianum 'Dondo White' (Floss Flower)

Ageratum houstonianum 'Dondo White' (Floss Flower) is a frost-tender annual boasting clusters of fluffy white flowers from early summer to frost. Attractive to butterflies, the blossoms are borne on long, sturdy stems and float above the neat foliage mound of heart-shaped leaves.

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Ageratum houstonianum 'Red Bouquet' (Floss Flower)

Noted for its striking color, Ageratum houstonianum 'Red Bouquet' (Floss Flower) is a frost-tender annual boasting clusters of fluffy violet-red flowers from early summer to frost.

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Ageratum houstonianum 'White Bouquet' (Floss Flower)

Ageratum houstonianum 'White Bouquet' (Floss Flower) is a frost-tender annual boasting clusters of fluffy pure white flowers from early summer to frost. Attractive to butterflies, the blossoms are borne on long, sturdy stems and float above the neat foliage mound of heart-shaped leaves.

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Ageratum houstonianum (Floss Flower)

An old favorite with its fluffy round clusters, Ageratum houstonianum (Floss Flower) is one of the few annuals to tolerate light shade. A nonstop bloomer from mid-summer to fall (Ageratum means 'long-lived' in Greek), it grows easily in shapely mounds ranging from 6-24 in. tall (15-60 cm) and mixes extraordinarily well with all other annuals and perennials.

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Alcea rosea 'Queeny Purple' (Hollyhock)

Noted for its shorter stature, Alcea rosea 'Queeny Purple' (Hollyhock) is an annual which produces sturdy spikes of large, frilly-edged, purple flowers, resembling powder puffs. Blooming from mid to late summer, the striking flowers, up to 4 in. across (10 cm), are arranged all around the spike and bloom from the bottom up. An old garden favorite, this award-winning hollyhock is perfect for the sunny border or containers. Great for small gardens too!

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Allium cepa (Onion)

A Staple in the kitchen, Allium cepa (Onions) are biennial vegetables grown for their sweet to pungent bulbs and greens. Native to Asia, Onions have been cultivated for 5000 years and provide fantastic flavor to any meal. Rich in nutrients, Onions have been valued for their medicinal qualities by many cultures worldwide, including the prevention of cancer and cardiovascular disorders. 

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Allium cepa Aggregatum Group (Shallot)

Shallots are small, elongated bulbs with a delicate, sweet flavor, often used in culinary dishes to add depth and aroma. They resemble onions but have a milder, slightly garlicky taste and grow in clusters similar to garlic. Shallots can be eaten raw or cooked and are commonly used in dressings, sauces, and sautés to enhance flavor profiles.

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Alternanthera dentata (Joseph's Coat)

Prized for its brightly colored foliage, Alternanthera dentata (Joseph's Coat) is a tender evergreen perennial, often grown as an annual, boasting rich purple to burgundy leaves.

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Amaranthus caudatus 'Dreadlocks' (Love-Lies-Bleeding)

An architectural feature in the summer garden, Amaranthus caudatus 'Dreadlocks' (Love-Lies-Bleeding) is an erect, bushy annual noted for its unusual, long tassels of bright magenta flowers in summer and fall.

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Amaranthus caudatus (Love-Lies-Bleeding)

An architectural feature in the summer garden, Amaranthus caudatus (Love-Lies-Bleeding) is a striking, erect annual or biennial noted for its unusual, long tassel-like racemes of tiny crimson flowers in summer and fall.

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Amaranthus tricolor 'Early Splendor' (Joseph's Coat)

Amaranthus tricolor 'Early Splendor' (Joseph's Coat) is a bushy, upright annual with large, brilliant crimson-red upper leaves contrasting the lower chocolate-brown leaves.

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Amaranthus tricolor (Joseph's Coat)

Grown for its multi-colored foliage, Amaranthus tricolor (Joseph's Coat) is a bushy, upright annual with large, ovate leaves, 10 in. long (25 cm). While the species features green to purple leaves, the foliage of some cultivars can be a striking combination of brilliant yellow, red, pink or copper.

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