Anemones like rich, well-drained soil and do well in full sun or light shade. They are most attractive when planted in clusters. They blossom profusely until frost and make fine cut flowers when set afloat in shallow bowls. Bush-type begonias grow up to 2 feet tall with a full range of colors, while trailing begonias are a favorite selection for hanging baskets. Begonias can be started indoors and transplanted outside after danger of frost is past.
Tall varieties are good background plants against fences.
Dahlias are among the most accommodating of all Garden flowers and come in a wide variety of shapes, sizes and colors. They bloom from mid-summer until frost, providing constant color and superb cut flowers. Some varieties become as large as dinner plates. You can purchase dahlias as bedding plants, as well as root divisions. Dahlias perform well in rich Garden soil with bright sunshine, but they will tolerate light shade if they receive at least 3 to 4 hours of sun each day.