Parkton Ave., Dept. Everyone loves their big, bold flowers, and butterflies visit these sun-lovers for nectar. As a bonus, when you cut flowers for arrangements, new ones will develop quickly. To have these plants blossom in late summer, sow seeds directly in your garden now. Or, plant nursery seedlings for earlier blooms.
Zinnias come in a huge range of colors, flower sizes and heights.
Small types, such as 'Peter Pan,' stay under 12 in. Shop for seeds or plants at nurseries and garden centers. Remember, zinnias thrive in full sun and heat, and prefer well-drained soil. For the widest selection of varieties, order these flowers from a seed catalog.