Scarlet Flax (Linum grandiflorum rubrum)

Scarlet Flax (Linum grandiflorum rubrum)

Scarlet Flax is an annual which is native to the southern Europe and northern Africa. Consequently, it tolerates hot and dry conditions very well. Scarlet Flax can be sown in the spring after the last frost or in the autumn after the first frost.

Shasta Daisy (Chrysanthemum maxim)

Shasta Daisy (Chrysanthemum maxim)

Shasta daisies prefer rich, well-drained soil and full sun, but are adaptable to a variety of soil types. These flowers grow as an annual and are excellent for a cutting garden as they have a long bloom period.

Sunflower - Lemon Queen (Helianthus annuus)

Sunflowers are quick growing and like full sun. The blooms are a pale creamy yellow with a brown center. Grows to 5 or 6 feet in height with blooms up to 6 inches across.

Sunflower - Teddy Bear (Helianthus annuus)

Sunflower - Teddy Bear (Helianthus annuus)

Sunflowers are quick growing and like full sun. Teddy Bear has thick yellow blooms. Sunflowers grow as an annual and may grow to a height of four feet or more.

Sweet Pea - Royal Mix (Lathyrus odoratus)

Sweet Pea - Royal Mix (Lathyrus odoratus)

An old favorite with gardeners, this mix of Sweet Pea produces fragrant clusters of white, red, pink and purple flowers. It is a vining plant that will need support and it can grow to 10 feet high.

Purple Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea)

Purple Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea)

Purple Coneflower is native to the eastern US, but it will grow in USDA plant hardiness zones 3 through 9. Echinacea is known for its medicinal uses including boosting the immunity system.

Sunflower - Autumn Beauty (Helianthus annuus)

Sunflower - Autumn Beauty (Helianthus annuus)

Sunflowers are quick growing and like full sun. The blooms are a mixture of brown, burgundy, bronze and yellow. Sunflowers grow as an annual and may grow to a height of four feet or more.