The perfect hardy annuals can be planted in the fall and will grow through winter, making them a great investment for your garden. They’ll add color all throughout early spring as well as late autumn before long summer days start to take over!
With the right care, these plants can flourish in many hardiness zones. They also come in perennial variants so be aware of that when buying one!
1. Cornflower (Centaurea cyanus)
Cornflowers are a native annual from Europe. They come in bright, classic blue flowers and white or pink versions to add some elegance on your lawn when planted during fall or early springtime!
Cornflower plants prefer full sun with dry soil conditions as well, but don’t require as much water as other flower varieties do.
2. Larkspur (Delphinium)
The larkspur is a beautiful and diverse plant with more than 300 different varieties. They come in all shapes, sizes, colors – even 10 feet tall! The best thing about them? You can grow just one foot or have your very own little forest on the palm of your hand!
Larkspur are the perfect plants for any garden, they prefer full sun unless in hotter climates. They do not like afternoon shade and require frequent watering when cared for properly as larkspur aren’t very drought resistant! Give them an infertile soil with plenty of fertilizer to feed their roots well!
3. Pot marigold (Calendula officinalis)
This winter annual is not only pretty to look at, but also makes an excellent tea. It comes in shades of yellow and orange that blossom throughout the colder months!
Calendula is not frost-tolerant, so if you live in a place where it dips below freezing; make sure to keep them inside in pots. They require about six hours of sun per day, and you should see flowers within 6-8 weeks after planting out their seeds!
4. English Daisy (Bellis perennis)
This is another cool-season annual and it’s perfect for adding to your winter gardens if the ground doesn’t freeze. They come in pink, blue or white varieties with a hardiness zone of four through ten!
The English daisy is a hardy plant that requires watering every ten days and prefers partial to full sun, although they adapt.
Unfortunately these plants multiply quickly so you’ll want one or two if your garden has room which can be difficult for some people who don’t like having too many flowers in their backyard!
5. Snapdragons (Antirrhinum majus)
Snapdragons are a perfect hardy annual that can tolerate cool temperatures. They come in many colors, including orange, white pink and lavender to name just a few!
A tall, luscious snapdragon is the perfect plant for your garden. With its fiery red petals that open to reveal light purple centers and sweet fragrance of apple blossom in springtime or early summer–snapdragons will be sure not only brighten up any space but also provide you with fresh cut flowers all year long!
6. Sweet Sultan (Amberboa moschata)
Sweet sultan is a flower that comes from the Mediterranean and southwest Asia. When they’re in full bloom, it looks like giant powder puffs with hundreds of colors to choose from!
When it comes to sweet sultans, the best time is now! This herbaceous plant doesn’t transplant well and should be planted about two weeks before your last frost.
Soak up some sun with these lovely flowers for an amazing presence in any garden or landscape design – they like full sunlight but not too much watering, however, you should keep their soil moist without getting waterlogged.
7. Bishop’s Weed (Ammi visnaga)
Bishop’s weed is a white flowering annual that has six inch wide umbel flower heads. This plant features an interesting shape, with prickly leaves and flowers arranged in circles or bell-like shapes at the tip of branches like fingers pointing toward themselves; it’s related to many other herbs you might recognize including dill, fennel, carrot–even hemlock!
What’s not to love about this plant? It has gorgeous flowers, easy to care requirements and really thrives in full sun with good drainage.
However there are some precautions you should take when caring for it; make sure any sap produced by the tree doesn’t cause problems on your skin (it can be very irritating).
8. Foxglove (Digitalis purpurea)
These tubular-shaped blooms are perfect if you want to add height and color. They come in white, lavender pink or purple colors with red petals as well! These flowers grow best on hardiness zone four through ten where they love the sun but not too much heat (they can tolerate temperatures of 50 degrees).
In order to keep your foxglove thriving, make sure that the soil is well-draining and moist. Foxgloves are more sensitive than most plants when it comes to temperature so be careful of what you do with their roots in summertime!
9. White Lace Flower (Orlaya Grandiflora)
The delicate lace-like flowers of this little plant are white with soft pink variations. It can withstand light frost without trouble, making it perfect for hardiness zones 2 through 11!
No matter what the soil type or climate, if they get some sun and water on occasion they will grow. They’re great for gardens in dry weather because you can plant seeds at autumn’s first frost without worrying about them getting killed by winter chill!
10. Sweet Alyssum (Lobularia maritima)
The little flowers of this plant are perfect for making an eye-catching border. They come in many different colors, including white and yellow hues that will bounce back year after year with little effort!
You want soil that drains well, full sun and moderate moisture for these plants to grow optimally. If you start from seed germinate them indoors before transplanting when frost has passed.
11. Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia hirta)
The black-eyed Susan is a flower that one can find in both annual and perennial forms. The perennials have flowers which come back year after year, so if you want to enjoy this plant every year, choose this variety.
Black-eyed Susans are a must for any gardening enthusiast’s garden. These flowers will attract insects and birds, but they need full sun to light shade with neutral soil conditions in order to thrive.