Annuals give color to spring flowering bulb beds after the bulbs have finished blooming. Such beds are often unattractive while the bulb foliage is maturing and the annuals are too small to hide it. Most bulbs are planted deep enough so annuals may be planted over them. Where bulbs are shallow, plant spreading annuals around the grouping of bulbs. The bulbs will be covered eventually even though no annuals are actually planted over them.
Annuals are excellent in a garden for cut flowers.
If the garden provides many cut flowers, few blossoms may remain in the garden. Include spike flowers as well as round individual flowers. Consider color compatibility between the flowers and the decor of rooms where the arrangements are to be displayed. This information is for educational purposes only. References to commercial products or trade names does not imply endorsement by MSU Extension or bias against those not mentioned.