Annuals are easy to grow, add a bright spot of color in the garden, and grow well in all parts of Virginia. It can be used as a window-garden plant, but will not tolerate wet or cold weather. Plant seed 12 to 14 inches apart in full sun after last frost.
Children enjoy the explosive seed pods.
Coreopsis grows to 18 to 24 inches and is used as a bedding or edging plant or as a source of cut flowers. It blooms quick and lasts all summer. Plant seed 10 to 14 inches apart in sun after last frost. Cornflower reaches a height of 16 to 36 inches and is a good, old-fashioned cut flower. Plant seed 12 to 14 inches apart in partial shade in early spring.