Annual plants. Annual plants are those which complete their full life cycles in one season. Most annuals are planted in spring, bloom in the summer and die in the fall.

Impatiens are tender perennials which will only overwinter in USDA hardiness zones 10 and 11. Everywhere else, they are annuals planted after the last frost and replanted every year.

Impatiens thrive in shady conditions, but a little bit of sun can go a long way. Areas that receive 2 to 4 hours of sunlight, preferably in the morning, are ideal for maximizing blooms.

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Balsam (Impatiens balsamina) is an old-timey heirloom plant that thrives in partial shade. It's a low-maintenance plant that grows very well in containers as long as it's not exposed to either too ...

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Zinnias are gorgeous flowering annuals that attract butterflies to the garden and make excellent cut flowers. To keep zinnias blooming all summer long, flowers should be removed as they begin to fade.

Now is the time to prepare your garden for a show-stopping spring. Winter is the perfect time to get creative in your garden. Take the time to envisage what you want your garden to look like in the ...