Chrysanthemum - There are about 100 species and thousands of hybrids and varieties to choose from. The flowers are generally 2 to 4 inches across and come in all colours but are usually identified with colours like yellow, deep red and bronze. They prefer neutral, well drained soil and by shearing back after the initial bloom, you will encourage a second flowering. Start seeds a year in advance for best results. Sizes range from the rock garden dwarfs to the standard which are 2 to 3 feet high.
Columbine does best in moist, well drained soil.
Plants that start from seed in mid-summer will flower the following spring. Coneflower - It ranges in height from 10 inches to the standard 3 feet. It makes a wonderful background in a perennial border. It grows well in any soil. Start seeds a year in advance for best results.