Annual Flowers That Bloom All Summer

If you’re looking to add color to your garden throughout the summer, annual flowers are a fantastic choice. Here are some popular annuals that bloom all summer long:

Petunias:
- These flowers are available in a wide range of colors and patterns.
- They thrive in full sun and well-drained soil.
Marigolds:
- Bright, sunny blooms that are easy to grow and great for pest control.
- They prefer full sun and well-drained soil.
Zinnias:
- Known for vibrant colors and variety in size.
- Best in full sun and can tolerate heat.
Geraniums:
- Popular for their large, clustered blooms.
- Grow well in full sun or partial shade and require well-drained soil.
Begonias:
- Eye-catching flowers with foliage that ranges from green to bronze.
- Thrive in partial to full shade and require well-drained soil.
Impatiens:
- Perfect for shaded gardens, providing a continuous display of color.
- Prefer well-drained soil and can thrive in full to partial shade.
Salvia:
- Spike-like blooms that come in red, purple, and blue.
- Best in full sun and well-drained soil; attracts pollinators.
Nasturtiums:
- Known for vibrant flowers and edible leaves.
- Prefer full sun to partial shade and average soil.
Cosmos:
- Delicate, daisy-like flowers in a variety of colors.
- Thrive in full sun and well-drained soil.
Wave Petunias:
- A trailing variety of petunias that spread and bloom relentlessly.
- Require full sun and regular watering.
Moss Rose (Portulaca):
- Low-growing, succulent-like plant with bright blooms.
- Prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Calibrachoa (Million Bells):
- Looks similar to small petunias and forms a dense mound of blooms.
- Thrives in full sun and well-drained soil.

When planting annual flowers, proper soil preparation and regular maintenance such as watering, feeding, and deadheading (removing spent flowers) can help ensure continuous blooms throughout the summer. Consider mixing these flowers in garden beds, containers, and hanging baskets for a vibrant and colorful garden.