Some varieties are trailing, others are mound-forming. Verbenas do best in full sun. Vinca is an annual that is incredible when we have a hot, sunny summer and struggles when we don't. It offers large flowers of white, pink, pale purple and rosy-red. Plant it in full sun and well-drained soil.
Zinnias come in a wide variety of plant heights and colors.
Colors tend towards orange, red, yellow and pink. Flower size may range from less than an inch to 4 or 5 inches across. Zinnias prefer full sun and well-drained soil. Look for the new Profusion zinnias and the thread-leaf varieties that are the most disease resistent. Inc. All rights reserved.