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13 Annuals To Plant After Your Peonies Have Faded
By PEG ALOI
Petunias
These versatile annuals’ vivid colors make them a favorite for containers. They love the sun but need regular watering to stay fresh and benefit from frequent deadheading.
Dahlias
Dahlias require pinching back before their buds form to encourage growth. They come in various colors and heights, making them perfect for containers or garden borders.
Verbenas
These trailing flowers are great for planters, hanging baskets, or flower beds. Water them frequently and promptly deadhead any spent blooms to keep them fresh and happy.
Portulacas
Their vast assortment of colors and spiky, dark green leaves make portulacas perfect for pots or garden borders. Simply plant them in well-draining soil with full sun.
Marigolds
Although often considered “basic,” marigolds’ wide range of long-lasting colors make them a must-have. Easily grow them from seeds or purchase young plants from a nursery.