Create an easy-care bed of flowers that will look gorgeous from spring until frost.
Planting annuals is about as close to “instant gratification” as you could get in your garden.
It’s also easy (and more budget-friendly) togrow your annual plants from seeds.
Credit: Illustration by Mavis Augustine Torke
before you dive in plant shopping, review all garden plan materials.
Then, ask yourself the following questions:
Do I have a suitable spot for this plan?
The layout diagram shows the rough dimensions for the plan.
Do I have the right growing conditions?
Be sure that the plants aresuited to your USDA Hardiness Zone.
Do I need to amend my soil?
Most plants thrive in moist, butwell-drained soil.
