{"title":"What's New for 2026","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover new introductions and returning Annie’s favorites for 2026—from unusual annuals and perennials to California natives, succulents, vines, shrubs, and standout foliage plants. Availability changes throughout the season, so check each plant page for current ordering information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLooking for something specific? Explore \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/perennials-biennials-new\"\u003enew perennials and biennials\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vines-new\"\u003enew vines and climbers\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/succulents-new\"\u003enew succulents\u003c\/a\u003e. You can also browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/all-plants\"\u003eall plants\u003c\/a\u003e or shop \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plant-types\"\u003eplants by type\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"calendula-officinalis-pink-surprise","title":"Calendula officinalis - Pink Surprise","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCalendula officinalis\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Pink Surprise’ is a sweet and unexpected twist on an old-fashioned favorite, with softly ruffled blooms in glowing shades of apricot, blush, peach, and rosy pink. Warm golden centers add a sunny finish, giving this calendula a romantic cottage garden look with plenty of cheerful charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso known as pot marigold, ‘Pink Surprise’ is an easy, long-blooming annual for beds, borders, containers, cutting gardens, pollinator plantings, and ornamental kitchen gardens. The flowers are lovely for fresh bouquets, and bees and beneficial insects appreciate the generous bloom season. Its soft warm colors pair beautifully with violas, bachelor buttons, sweet peas, poppies, snapdragons, and silvery foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant \u003cem\u003eCalendula officinalis\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Pink Surprise’ in full sun to light shade with reasonably fertile, well-drained soil. It performs especially well in cool seasons and mild summer climates, reaching about 1–2' tall. Deadhead to encourage more blooms, or let a few flowers set seed where happy. Explore more sunny favorites in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.anniesannuals.com\/collections\/annual-calendula\"\u003eCalendula collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43478189277243,"sku":"AA559","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/Calendula_officinalis_Pink_Surprise_93b34e71-79b9-4b82-87ae-b4440e014085.png?v=1778733690"},{"product_id":"penstemon-catherine-de-la-mare","title":"Penstemon - Catherine De La Mare","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAn elegant and long-blooming Penstemon, ‘Catherine De La Mare’ charms with upright spires of luminous lavender-blue flowers that seem to glow in the garden and draw in hummingbirds and other welcome pollinators. The graceful flowering stems rise above neat green foliage, bringing vertical interest and a soft, refined color note to borders, cottage gardens, and cutting beds. Wonderfully floriferous and easy to combine with other sun-loving perennials, it adds both structure and romance to mixed plantings. Best grown in full sun and well-drained soil, this lovely perennial thrives with regular water and rewards gardeners with a generous flowering season. Reaching about 12–18\" tall, it is a beautiful choice for adding cool color and airy elegance to the summer garden.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts clear lavender-blue flowers pair beautifully with roses, salvias, and silvery foliage for a classic, layered garden composition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore more plants in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.anniesannuals.com\/collections\/california-native-perennials\"\u003eCalifornia Native Perennials\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43478189506619,"sku":"AA563","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/AA563-1.png?v=1784654394"},{"product_id":"helianthus-annuus-floristan","title":"Helianthus annuus - 'Floristan'","description":"\u003cp\u003eA cheerful and dependable annual sunflower, \u003cem\u003eHelianthus annuus\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Floristan’ is a classic cut flower variety that brings bright, sunlit color to the summer garden. Rich golden-yellow petals surround dark, velvety centers, creating the iconic look of a traditional sunflower. Borne on sturdy, well-branched stems, the blooms are excellent for cutting—perfect for fresh bouquets, market bunches, and homegrown floral arrangements. This tall sunflower also adds height, warmth, and structure to borders, cottage gardens, and meadow-style plantings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHighly pollinator-friendly, the open flowers attract bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects, while the seed heads that follow provide a valuable food source for birds. Easy to grow and rewarding, this sun-loving annual thrives in full sun and average, well-drained soil. Once established, it is notably heat- and drought-tolerant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrowing 4–6 feet tall, ‘Floristan’ has a strong, upright presence without feeling coarse, blending beautifully with ornamental grasses, cosmos, zinnias, and other summer annual flowers. Versatile and reliable, it is an excellent choice for cutting gardens, pollinator plantings, and any sunny space that could use a bold touch of summer charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/annuals\"\u003eExplore more annual flowers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43478190620731,"sku":"AA557","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/HEI-FLO-001_c6d25dcd-cfc3-4142-b22c-685152f21b4f.jpg?v=1777769531"},{"product_id":"eschscholzia-californica-lady-marmalade","title":"Eschscholzia californica - Lady Marmalade","description":"\u003cp\u003e‘Lady Marmalade’ is a deliciously glowing California Poppy in sunset shades of apricot, amber, peach, and gold. The silky flowers seem to hold the light long after the sun has moved on, hovering above finely cut blue-green foliage in a soft, shimmering mound. Every bloom varies slightly, giving a planting the warm, painterly look of a California evening sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrowing about 12–18 inches tall and wide, this selection is substantial enough to make a colorful drift but relaxed enough to weave among grasses, blue wildflowers, lavender, cream, burgundy foliage, and other warm-toned annuals. It is especially lovely along paths and at the front of a border, where the shifting colors can be admired up close.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike its wild California relatives, ‘Lady Marmalade’ prefers sun, drainage, and a reasonably light touch from the gardener. It performs in poor to average soil, becomes low-water once established, and may self-sow if it approves of the spot. The flowers draw pollinators, while deer generally find something else to nibble.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more ideas on combining vivid personalities without creating a floral traffic jam, visit our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/combination-nation\"\u003eCombination Nation plant-pairing guide\u003c\/a\u003e. You can also \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/perennials-biennials-eschscholzia\"\u003eexplore more California Poppies\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43478190784571,"sku":"AA548","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/Marmalade3.png?v=1778000925"},{"product_id":"lupinus-sericatus-cobb-mountain-lupine","title":"Lupinus sericatus - Cobb Mountain Lupine","description":"\u003cp\u003eSilvery, stately, and beautifully wild, \u003cem\u003eLupinus sericatus\u003c\/em\u003e, commonly known as Cobb Mountain Lupine, is a California native perennial with soft silvery-green foliage and upright spikes of violet-blue flowers in spring. Its cool-toned blooms and refined leaves bring a meadow-like charm to dry gardens, native plantings, and naturalistic borders.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNative to serpentine soils, Cobb Mountain Lupine thrives in lean, well-drained conditions where richer, fussier plants may struggle. Growing about 1–2' tall, it is especially useful in full-sun wildflower gardens, rocky slopes, pollinator plantings, and low-water landscapes. Bees and beneficial insects visit the pea-like flowers, while the blue-violet color pairs beautifully with golden poppies, white wildflowers, yarrow, native grasses, and buckwheats.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant \u003cem\u003eLupinus sericatus\u003c\/em\u003e in full sun with excellent drainage and avoid overly rich or soggy soil. Resilient, visually rewarding, and deeply California in spirit, this native lupine brings soft silver texture and spring color. Explore more favorites in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.anniesannuals.com\/collections\/perennials-biennials-lupinus\"\u003eLupinus - lupine (Perennial) collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43478190850107,"sku":"AA602","price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/Lupinussericatus-CobbMountainLupine1.png?v=1777779947"},{"product_id":"digiplexis-x-valinii-apricot","title":"Digiplexis x valinii  - Apricot","description":"\u003cp\u003eTall, glowing, and fabulously floriferous, Digiplexis ‘Apricot’ brings foxglove drama with a warm, tropical twist. This showy hybrid, botanically classified as \u003cem\u003eDigitalis\u003c\/em\u003e × \u003cem\u003evalinii\u003c\/em\u003e, sends up elegant spires crowded with tubular flowers in apricot, peach, coral, and honeyed orange. The sunset coloring creates a luminous vertical accent without feeling stiff or formal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants grow about 30–36 inches tall and spread roughly 18–24 inches, making them substantial enough for mixed borders yet manageable in large containers. The nectar-rich flowers draw hummingbirds and bees over a remarkably long season. We love ‘Apricot’ among burgundy heucheras, violet salvias, airy grasses, smoky dahlias, and deep purple foliage, where its warm tones seem to switch on the lights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive it full sun to part shade, rich well-drained soil, and regular water. Unlike seed-producing foxgloves, this sterile hybrid directs its energy into continued flowering; removing tired spikes helps keep the show tidy. Protect it from severe frost, particularly in colder inland gardens. Romantic, radiant, and just exotic enough to start conversations, it earns its space for months. Discover more stately spires in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/perennials-biennials-digitalis\"\u003eDigitalis and Foxglove collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43478191112251,"sku":"AA600","price":13.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/Digiplexisxvalinii-Apricot1.png?v=1777784534"},{"product_id":"salpiglossis-chocolate-royal","title":"Salpiglossis - Chocolate Royal","description":"\u003cp\u003eRich, velvety, and wildly elegant, Salpiglossis ‘Chocolate Royal’ brings jewel-toned drama to the annual flower garden. Its trumpet-shaped blooms open in deep burgundy, chocolate, and mahogany tones, often traced with intricate veining that gives each flower a hand-painted look. The result is lush, moody, and completely bouquet-worthy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso known as Chocolate Royal Painted Tongue, this striking annual grows about 2–3' tall and adds luxurious color to borders, cutting gardens, containers, and romantic cottage plantings. The deep hues pair beautifully with golds, creams, apricot flowers, dark foliage, ornamental grasses, and silver-leaved companions, creating a bold yet refined garden palette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant Salpiglossis ‘Chocolate Royal’ in full sun to part shade with rich, well-drained soil and regular moisture. Cut flowers for arrangements, and keep plants lightly deadheaded for a longer display. Unusual, elegant, and full of old-world charm, this painted tongue is a wonderful choice for gardeners who love dramatic annual flowers. Explore more seasonal beauties in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.anniesannuals.com\/collections\/annuals\"\u003eAnnuals collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43478191210555,"sku":"AA611","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/Salpiglossissinuata-ChocolateRoyale-1.webp?v=1784136072"},{"product_id":"crassula-tenelli-bling","title":"Crassula - Tenelli Bling","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e‘Tenelli Bling’ is the kind of succulent that looks as though it has been dusted in silver and tipped with pink just for drama. Its compact, mounding habit forms a tidy little cushion of plump, fuzzy gray-green foliage, giving containers and small garden spaces a bright, textural lift. We especially love the way the soft leaves catch the light, while late-season red flowers add an extra flash of charm. Drought-tolerant, easygoing, and beautifully self-contained, this Crassula is a natural for sunny pots, rock gardens, and succulent combinations with excellent drainage. It offers handsome color and structure with very little maintenance, staying attractive through the seasons. Grows about 12 inches tall and wide.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eCurious what’s blooming and thriving in the garden right now? Take a peek at our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.anniesannuals.com\/blogs\/news\/in-the-garden\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"In the Garden: Preparing for a Spectacular Spring Bloom\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003epre-spring garden\u003c\/a\u003e update for inspiration and planting ideas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/succulents\"\u003eExplore more Succulents\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43478191407163,"sku":"AA546","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/Crassula_-_Tenelli_Bling.png?v=1777784354"},{"product_id":"viola-nature-rose-picotee","title":"Viola - Nature Rose Picotee","description":"\u003cp\u003eViola ‘Nature Rose Picotee’ is a charming cool-season bloomer with irresistible drama. Velvety rose-purple petals are crisply edged in white, making each flower look as if it were outlined by an artist with perfect hand control. The blooms hover just above neat green foliage for a tidy, colorful display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrowing about 6\" tall and 10\" wide, this compact annual viola is ideal for containers, window boxes, pathway edges, borders, and early season garden beds. In cool-summer climates it can bloom for months, while in hotter regions it is best treated as a hardy annual for fall, winter, and spring color. Pair it with pansies, alyssum, calendula, snapdragons, ornamental kale, and small bulbs for a cheerful seasonal planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant Viola ‘Nature Rose Picotee’ in full sun in cool climates, or provide midday to afternoon shade in warmer areas. Give regular water and well-drained soil for best bloom. Sweet, crisp, and wonderfully floriferous, it brings polished color to small spaces. Explore more cool-season favorites in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.anniesannuals.com\/collections\/annual-viola\"\u003eViola - Pansy (Annuals) collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43478191439931,"sku":"AA316","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/AA316_5952_Viola_Rose_PIcotee-850x980_2.jpg?v=1777769688"},{"product_id":"viola-admire-lemon-purple-wing","title":"Viola Admire - Lemon Purple Wing","description":"\u003cp\u003eViola ‘Admire Lemon Purple Wing’ is a cheerful cool-season viola with bright lemon-yellow petals accented by rich purple upper wings. Each flower looks crisply painted, bringing lively color to containers, borders, pathway edges, and early season garden beds when the garden is craving fresh sparkle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis compact annual pansy-style viola forms tidy clumps about 6–8\" tall, producing a steady display of delicate blooms over a long season. It is especially useful in fall, winter, and spring plantings, where cool weather helps keep the flowers bright and abundant. Pair it with other violas, pansies, alyssum, calendula, snapdragons, or small bulbs for a charming seasonal display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant Viola ‘Admire Lemon Purple Wing’ in sun to partial shade with well-drained soil and regular water. Its neat habit and long bloom season make it a wonderful choice for pots, window boxes, borders, and small-space gardens. Explore more colorful cool-season favorites in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.anniesannuals.com\/collections\/annual-viola\"\u003eViola - Pansy (Annuals) collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt about 6–8 inches tall and roughly as wide, it is small enough to tuck almost anywhere yet branching enough to make a satisfyingly full little cushion. Place it near eye level in a container where the painted lemon-and-purple faces can be properly appreciated.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43478191931451,"sku":"AA555","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/ViolaAdmire-LemonPurpleWing.jpg?v=1773449439"},{"product_id":"eschscholzia-californica-white-linen","title":"Eschscholzia californica - White Linen","description":"\u003cp\u003e‘White Linen’ is an ethereal California Poppy, with creamy ivory blooms hovering above finely cut blue-green foliage like scraps of silk caught in sunlight. The satiny flowers open wide on bright days and fold themselves toward evening, so the planting shifts gently with the hours. Pale without being prim, it softens a wildflower garden while keeping all the easygoing charm of our state flower.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants form airy mounds about 12–18 inches tall, ideal for sunny borders, gravel gardens, meadow-style plantings, and informal cottage beds. Scatter it among blue, lavender, apricot, and silver companions, or plant a loose ribbon where the luminous flowers can glow at the edge of a path. Bees and other pollinators visit the blooms, and deer generally find something else to nibble.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive ‘White Linen’ full sun, lean-to-average well-drained soil, and modest water once established. Rich soil or too much irrigation can produce more foliage than flowers, so a little restraint is rewarded. This easy annual may self-sow in congenial spots, returning as welcome little surprises. Read more about \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/wild-for-california-native-wildflowers\"\u003eCalifornia native wildflowers\u003c\/a\u003e, then explore our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/perennials-biennials-eschscholzia\"\u003eCalifornia Poppy collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43478191996987,"sku":"AA553","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/Eschscholziacalifornica-WhiteLinen1_0198cd81-2b4f-41d1-bf15-9aa82ef078c5.png?v=1777777663"},{"product_id":"solidago-californica","title":"Solidago californica","description":"\u003cp\u003eLate-season sunshine with excellent manners, \u003cem\u003eSolidago californica\u003c\/em\u003e sends arching sprays of rich golden-yellow flowers above clean green foliage just as many summer performers begin to tire. Commonly called California Goldenrod, this native perennial has a loose, graceful presence—bright enough to command attention without looking coarse or stiff.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants reach approximately 2–4 feet tall, creating useful movement and warm color in native gardens, meadow-style borders, habitat plantings, and informal cutting gardens. The flower sprays mingle beautifully with native grasses, blue and purple asters, sages, buckwheats, and darker seedheads. Their branching form also makes them effective for filling visual gaps between more architectural plants. Cut stems carry the same relaxed, branching character into loose seasonal bouquets and arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bloom period from summer into fall is especially valuable to bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects searching for late-season forage. Once established, California Goldenrod is well suited to hot, dry gardens and can tolerate clay, making it a practical habitat plant as well as a beautiful one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGolden, mobile, and buzzing with visitors, this is the kind of native that keeps a garden feeling alive when the season might otherwise begin to fade. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/california-native-perennials\"\u003eExplore more California native perennials\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43478192619579,"sku":"AA564","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/AA564-1.png?v=1777999635"},{"product_id":"ceanothus-gloriosus-anchor-bay","title":"Ceanothus gloriosus - Anchor Bay","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWe’re awfully fond of this ground-hugging California native, and with good reason. \u003cem\u003eCeanothus gloriosus\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Anchor Bay’ makes a dense evergreen mound of dark, lustrous foliage that stays handsome all year, then absolutely lets loose in spring with a lavish display of bright blue flowers. It’s a pollinator magnet, drawing in bees, butterflies, and other welcome garden visitors, and it’s especially fine spilling over slopes, softening borders, or rambling through naturalistic plantings. Tough, tidy, and very good-looking, it thrives in well-drained soil with little water once established, though inland gardens appreciate a bit of shade and occasional summer water. Deer resistant, drought tolerant, and wonderfully useful in dry California gardens. About 1–2' tall and 6–8' wide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eLooking for plants for hot, dry, and hard-to-water areas? Our blog shares tips for choosing \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.anniesannuals.com\/blogs\/news\/problem-solving-plants-for-neglected-areas-and-hot-and-dry-hillsides\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Problem-Solving Plants for Hot, Dry, and Hard-to-Water Areas\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eeye-catching tough plants\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a California lilac for spreading sideways rather than reaching for the sky. ‘Anchor Bay’ forms a broad, ground-hugging evergreen shrub with glossy, dark leaves and a handsome, muscular texture that looks good even when the flowers are finished. In spring, the foliage nearly disappears beneath clusters of intense cobalt-blue bloom.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse it on banks, over retaining walls, along a dry border, or wherever a low woody groundcover can help cover soil without looking flat. It is particularly well suited to coastal gardens and other mild, summer-dry settings. Once established, unnecessary summer irrigation is more likely to annoy it than impress it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/shrubs-trees-ceanothus\"\u003eExplore more Ceanothus and California lilacs\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43478193307707,"sku":"AA542","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/AnchorBay1.png?v=1777783934"},{"product_id":"nasturtium-empress-of-india","title":"Nasturtium - Empress of India","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn enchanting heirloom nasturtium, ‘Empress of India’ brings deep blue-green, rounded leaves and myriads of brilliant vermilion-red, long-spurred flowers to the garden. Compact, colorful, and wonderfully old-fashioned, it is perfect for containers, edible flower gardens, cottage beds, borders, and sunny pathways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso known as Tropaeolum ‘Empress of India’, this classic annual nasturtium offers glowing red blooms that hummingbirds adore, plus spicy edible leaves and flowers for gardeners who enjoy ornamental edibles. Its tidy habit makes it easier to place than sprawling types, and the striking contrast of dark foliage and scarlet flowers creates instant drama in pots, window boxes, and front-of-border plantings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant Nasturtium ‘Empress of India’ in full sun to part shade with well-drained soil. Avoid overly rich soil, which can encourage leaves at the expense of flowers. Provide regular water, especially in containers, and enjoy a long season of cheerful bloom. It may self-sow where happy. Explore more colorful annual favorites in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.anniesannuals.com\/collections\/annuals\"\u003eAnnuals collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43478193340475,"sku":"AA295","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/5ef1c4d6-b601-4017-83d9-ce2a266d21b6.jpg?v=1777775020"},{"product_id":"heuchera-marmalade","title":"Heuchera - Marmalade","description":"\u003cp\u003eGlowing, ruffled, and impossible to ignore, Heuchera ‘Marmalade’ is a colorful coral bells perennial with foliage in warm shades of amber, copper, peach, and rose. Its scalloped leaves form a richly textured mound that brings year-round color to shade borders, woodland gardens, containers, pathway edges, and mixed perennial beds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlso known as Marmalade Coral Bells, this eye-catching Heuchera reaches about 12–18\" tall and wide, adding a warm tapestry of color wherever green foliage needs a little spark. Airy sprays of small flowers rise above the foliage, attracting pollinators and adding graceful movement. The foliage pairs beautifully with ferns, hellebores, blue hostas, purple heucheras, grasses, and deep green companions for a layered shade garden palette.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant Heuchera ‘Marmalade’ in partial shade with rich, well-drained soil and regular water. Colorful, compact, and wonderfully useful, this coral bells variety brightens containers and garden beds with very little fuss. Explore more foliage favorites in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.anniesannuals.com\/collections\/ground-covers-heuchera\"\u003eHeuchera - Coral Bells collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43478193930299,"sku":"AA604","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/Heuchera-Marmalade-coral-bells-3.jpg?v=1777739185"},{"product_id":"tanacetum-parthenium-sunny-ball","title":"Tanacetum parthenium - Sunny Ball","description":"\u003cp\u003eLittle golden buttons by the armful! \u003cem\u003eTanacetum parthenium\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Sunny Ball’ covers itself with round, sunny-yellow flowers that look like the centers of daisies after the petals have packed up and gone home. Held above fresh green foliage, the blooms create a crisp, cheerful texture that feels old-fashioned, playful, and surprisingly modern all at once.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrowing about 12–18 inches tall, ‘Sunny Ball’ is neat enough for the front or middle of a border and productive enough for a dedicated cutting patch. The compact flower clusters mix beautifully with blue, violet, white, burgundy, and chartreuse companions. In bouquets, their strong color and graphic shape provide the little sparks that keep softer flowers from becoming too polite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe warm-season display continues from summer into fall, supplying color when spring performers have faded. Bees and other pollinators visit the abundant flowers, while the upright habit keeps the plant useful without taking over neighboring space. It also fits readily into sunny containers where its button blooms can be appreciated at eye level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheerful without being sugary and tidy without being boring, ‘Sunny Ball’ is a small plant with a very effective supply of punctuation marks. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/annuals\"\u003eExplore more annuals\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43478193963067,"sku":"AA569","price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/AA569-1.png?v=1777739165"},{"product_id":"heuchera-canyon-duet","title":"Heuchera - Canyon Duet","description":"\u003cp\u003eHeuchera ‘Canyon Duet’ is a charming coral bells selection with a neat evergreen mound of rounded, softly lobed foliage and darling two-tone blooms that bob above it like tiny garden earrings. From spring to early summer, slender stems rise 12–18\" high carrying nodding dark pink and white bell-shaped flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis compact heuchera is beautiful in woodland borders, shade gardens, containers, pathway edges, and tucked among ferns, violets, hellebores, grasses, and other part-shade companions. The foliage stays tidy at about 10–12\" wide, while the flower stems add seasonal height, movement, and sparkle. Bees and hummingbirds may visit the delicate blooms, adding even more life to shaded plantings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant Heuchera ‘Canyon Duet’ in partial shade or bright filtered light with well-drained soil and moderate water. Add compost occasionally to keep the foliage lush and healthy. Easy, refined, and wonderfully useful in smaller garden spaces, this coral bells brings foliage structure and soft floral color to shade. Explore more shade-loving foliage favorites in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.anniesannuals.com\/collections\/ground-covers-heuchera\"\u003eHeuchera - Coral Bells collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43478194683963,"sku":"AA549","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/CanyonDuetCoralBells2_1df49bfc-28d0-45af-8781-eb36e57eee60.png?v=1777995463"},{"product_id":"limonium-sinuatum-forever-happy","title":"Limonium Sinuatum - Forever Happy","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLimonium sinuatum\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Forever Happy’ is bright, papery, and full of old-fashioned charm, offering a long-lasting display of richly colored flowers above handsome, wavy-edged foliage. Beloved in both the garden and the vase, this annual statice is excellent for fresh arrangements and dries beautifully for everlasting bouquets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrowing about 18–24\" tall, ‘Forever Happy’ brings cheerful color and wonderful texture to sunny borders, cutting gardens, mixed annual plantings, and cottage-style beds. The crinkled flower clusters hold their color well, making them especially useful for dried flowers, wreaths, and long-lasting arrangements. In the garden, they pair beautifully with strawflowers, zinnias, cosmos, calendula, ammi, grasses, and other bouquet favorites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant \u003cem\u003eLimonium sinuatum\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Forever Happy’ in full sun with well-drained soil. It is especially useful in hot, bright spots where many softer flowers fade away. Easy, durable, and endlessly useful for cutting, this statice earns its cheerful name in every bouquet. Explore more seasonal cutting garden favorites in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.anniesannuals.com\/collections\/annuals\"\u003eAnnuals collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43478194716731,"sku":"AA561","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/AA561-2.png?v=1777769542"},{"product_id":"nigella-damascena-miss-jekyll-dark-blue","title":"Nigella damascena - Miss Jekyll Dark Blue","description":"\u003cp\u003eRomantic, ruffled, and wrapped in a mist of ferny foliage, \u003cem\u003eNigella damascena\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Miss Jekyll Dark Blue’ is an old-fashioned cottage garden favorite with true blue charm. Also known as Love-in-a-Mist, this easy annual produces intricate deep blue flowers surrounded by delicate, airy bracts that make each bloom look like it is floating in its own little cloud.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for borders, cutting gardens, meadow-style plantings, and informal cottage beds, Miss Jekyll Dark Blue Nigella brings soft texture and rich color in early summer. It pairs beautifully with poppies, calendula, larkspur, foxgloves, sweet peas, bachelor buttons, and ornamental grasses. After flowering, decorative seed pods add another season of interest and are wonderful for fresh or dried arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlant \u003cem\u003eNigella damascena\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Miss Jekyll Dark Blue’ in full sun with well-drained soil, and sow in succession for a longer display. Light, lacy, and wonderfully nostalgic, this is a flower that makes the garden feel instantly more storied. Explore more airy annuals in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.anniesannuals.com\/collections\/annual-nigella\"\u003eNigella collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43478194815035,"sku":"AA608","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/Nigella_damascena_MissJekyllDarkBlue-3.jpg?v=1777770435"},{"product_id":"kalanchoe-tomentosa","title":"Kalanchoe tomentosa","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem data-is-only-node=\"\" data-end=\"21\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eKalanchoe tomentosa\u003c\/em\u003e, often called Panda Plant, is beloved for its irresistibly fuzzy, velvety leaves trimmed in rich chocolate-brown. The soft foliage gives the plant a charmingly odd, almost storybook appearance that makes it stand out beautifully in succulent collections. We love how easy it is to grow, asking only for bright light, sharply drained soil, and occasional watering. Its upright form makes it perfect for containers, sunny windowsills, and warm garden spaces. Over time it forms a small shrubby succulent about 12\" to 24\" tall and wide, adding wonderful texture and a bit of mischief to succulent plantings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIf you enjoy resilient, water-wise plants, our blog post on drought-tolerant succulents shares \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.anniesannuals.com\/blogs\/news\/succulent-container-madness\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Succulent Container Ideas That Will Blow Your Mind\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eaesthetic plant ideas\u003c\/a\u003e for dry climate gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe leaves are the whole show: thick, silvery gray-green, and covered in fine hairs that make them look and feel like tiny felted ears. Chocolate-brown markings along the margins sharpen the outline of every leaf, and the upright stems gradually form a sculptural plant about 12–18 inches tall. It is a marvelous foil for glossy, spiky, or jewel-toned succulents.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePanda Plant is especially satisfying in a container where its texture can be appreciated up close. Bright light keeps the growth compact and the markings strong. The one important rule is drainage—its fuzzy leaves may look cuddly, but soggy soil is emphatically not its friend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/kalanchoe\"\u003eExplore more Kalanchoe plants\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafety note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kalanchoe is toxic to cats, dogs, and other pets if ingested. Keep fallen leaves and plant material out of their reach.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43478195961915,"sku":"AA551","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/Kalanchoetomentosa1.png?v=1777783064"},{"product_id":"phacelia-campanularia-desert-canterbury-bells","title":"Phacelia campanularia - Desert Canterbury Bells","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePhacelia campanularia\u003c\/em\u003e, also known as Desert Canterbury Bells or California Desert Bells, delivers some of the most vivid gentian-blue flowers a spring garden can offer. Its 1.25\" upward-facing bells appear in a bubbling caboodle of brilliant blue atop branching red stems, creating an eye-catching display that feels almost unreal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis beloved California native annual forms low blue-green clumps with a tidy 14\" x 14\" silhouette, making it ideal for the front of sunny beds, native wildflower gardens, dry borders, containers, and pollinator plantings. Bumblebees adore the blooms, and the intense blue pairs beautifully with California poppies, tidy tips, sunflakes, clarkias, lupines, and native grasses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant \u003cem\u003ePhacelia campanularia\u003c\/em\u003e in full sun with excellent drainage. It is happiest in lean, well-drained soil and may self-sow where conditions suit it. Compact, bright, and wonderfully bee-friendly, Desert Canterbury Bells is a small plant with spectacular spring color. Explore more native annual treasures in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.anniesannuals.com\/collections\/annuals-california-natives\"\u003eCalifornia Native Annuals collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43478197436475,"sku":"AA313","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/18b26c86-7f41-43b6-b9b8-8fce243d7542.jpg?v=1777774453"},{"product_id":"oenothera-caespitosa-tufted-evening-primrose","title":"Oenothera caespitosa - Tufted Evening Primrose","description":"\u003cp\u003eDreamy, fragrant, and deliciously dramatic at dusk, \u003cem\u003eOenothera caespitosa\u003c\/em\u003e unfurls enormous silky white flowers as evening arrives. The blooms shine like little paper lanterns above a low tuft of gray-green leaves, releasing a sweet scent for nighttime pollinators. By the following morning they often blush pink as they fade, leaving a romantic watercolor effect at ground level.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTufted Evening Primrose stays only about 6–10 inches tall while spreading as much as 2 feet, making those extravagant flowers look even larger. Place it beside a patio, path, or evening seating area where the nightly performance—and fragrance—will not be missed. It is equally lovely in rock gardens, gravel plantings, sunny native beds, and water-wise borders where a low plant with serious flower power is wanted.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGive this western native full sun and sharply drained soil. Once established it tolerates drought, heat, cold, and lean conditions better than its delicate-looking blooms suggest; overwatering is a much greater danger than neglect. A deep taproot makes established plants difficult to move, so choose the spot thoughtfully. Elegant, tough, and timed perfectly for sunset strolls, it brings a completely different rhythm to the garden. Explore our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ground-covers-oenothera\"\u003eOenothera collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43478197469243,"sku":"AA609","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/Oenotheracaespitosa_TuftedEveningPrimrose-1.jpg?v=1777774275"},{"product_id":"mina-lobata-exotic-love-vine","title":"Mina lobata - Exotic Love Vine","description":"\u003cp\u003eFlirty, fiery, and wildly theatrical, \u003cem\u003eMina lobata\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Exotic Love Vine’ is a fast-growing annual climber that turns trellises, fences, arbors, and obelisks into a living flame. Also known as Spanish Flag Vine or firecracker vine, it produces elegant sprays of tubular flowers that shift from red to orange to creamy yellow as they mature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis tropical-looking vine brings serious vertical drama without taking itself too seriously. Let Exotic Love Vine scramble up a sunny support, soften a blank wall, or mingle with morning glories, black-eyed Susan vine, or ornamental grasses for a lush summer display. Hummingbirds love the colorful blooms, and gardeners love how quickly it adds height, movement, and a little delicious chaos to the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlant \u003cem\u003eMina lobata\u003c\/em\u003e in full sun with rich, well-drained soil and regular water. Provide support early, then stand back as it twines, blooms, and steals the show. A bold choice for seasonal color and pollinator-friendly plantings, it is part of our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vines-convolvulaceae\"\u003eExplore more morning glory vines\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43478197796923,"sku":"AA607","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/Mina_lobata_ExoticLoveVine-1.webp?v=1777739193"},{"product_id":"asclepias-fascicularis","title":"Asclepias fascicularis - Narrowleaf Milkweed","description":"\u003cp\u003eNarrowleaf Milkweed is an adaptable California native with long, slender leaves and airy clusters of creamy pink flowers. Rather than making one dense, formal clump, \u003cem\u003eAsclepias fascicularis\u003c\/em\u003e develops a branching, bushy presence about 2–3 feet tall and can gradually spread into a small colony—an important consideration when deciding where to place it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom late spring through summer, the flowers add a light, naturalistic texture to habitat gardens, meadow-style borders, sunny native plantings, and mixed perennial beds. The narrow foliage lets neighboring plants show through, so the effect is layered rather than bulky. It combines especially well with native grasses, buckwheats, sages, yarrow, and other plants that share its informal Western character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a host plant for Monarch caterpillars, while the flowers offer nectar to butterflies and other pollinators. Caterpillar feeding is part of the reason to grow it, so some chewed foliage should be expected and celebrated rather than treated as damage. The plant may also disappear or look sparse during seasonal dormancy before returning with fresh growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeat and clay tolerance make Narrowleaf Milkweed useful in many California gardens, but give its spreading roots enough room to settle in. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/perennials-biennials-asclepias-milkweed\"\u003eExplore more milkweeds\u003c\/a\u003e, or visit the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/california-native-pollinator-garden\"\u003eCalifornia Native Pollinator Garden collection\u003c\/a\u003e for compatible habitat plants.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43478198124603,"sku":"AA541","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/Asclepias.png?v=1778056937"},{"product_id":"sedums-ogon","title":"Sedums Ogon","description":"\u003cp\u003eGlowing, tiny-leaved, and wonderfully useful, Sedum ‘Ogon’ forms a bright carpet of golden succulent foliage that lights up sunny garden spaces. Also known as Japanese Golden Sedum, this low-growing plant spills beautifully over rocks, walls, container edges, and dry garden borders, bringing cheerful color even when it is not in bloom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIts dense mat of small, rounded leaves makes it perfect for rock gardens, troughs, succulent bowls, pathway edges, green roofs, and water-wise plantings. The vivid chartreuse-gold foliage pairs beautifully with dark aeoniums, blue succulents, terracotta pots, gravel mulch, purple foliage, and orange or pink flowers. In tight spaces, Sedum ‘Ogon’ adds brightness, texture, and a tidy trailing habit without overwhelming its neighbors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlant Sedum ‘Ogon’ in full sun to part shade with well-drained soil. Water lightly once established and avoid soggy conditions. Easy, low maintenance, and delightfully luminous, it is a hardworking succulent groundcover for small spaces and containers. Explore more easy dry-garden favorites in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.anniesannuals.com\/collections\/succulents-sedum\"\u003eSedum collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43478198222907,"sku":"AA552","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/a74dc804-3535-4484-94bf-be6948551945.webp?v=1777735196"},{"product_id":"dudleya-caespitosa","title":"Dudleya caespitosa","description":"\u003cp\u003eSculptural, silvery, and unmistakably coastal, \u003cem\u003eDudleya caespitosa\u003c\/em\u003e is a California native succulent with elegant rosettes of powdery blue-green to silver leaves. The low clusters hug the ground with a refined, living-jewel quality, making this a beautiful choice for rock gardens, coastal plantings, succulent collections, troughs, and containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso known as sea lettuce dudleya, this drought tolerant native brings a clean, modern look to dry gardens and pairs beautifully with other succulents, native sages, buckwheats, sea thrift, gravel mulch, and silver foliage plants. In spring to early summer, tall stems rise above the rosettes carrying soft yellow, star-shaped flowers that attract pollinators and add a delicate contrast to the bold foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant \u003cem\u003eDudleya caespitosa\u003c\/em\u003e in full sun to part shade with excellent drainage and minimal water once established. Protect from soggy soil, especially during warm weather. Slow-spreading, low-growing, and wonderfully distinctive, it brings a touch of wild California coastline to the garden. 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Fine, ferny foliage forms a soft mist around the flowers, while the ornamental seedpods that follow add even more intrigue and are wonderful in fresh and dried arrangements. Closely related to \u003cem\u003eNigella hispanica\u003c\/em\u003e but often considered a bit more refined and distinctive in its contrast and form, ‘African Bride’ brings an elegant, slightly exotic touch to borders, cutting gardens, and cottage-style plantings. Easy to grow in full sun and well-drained soil, it does best in the cool season or after the last frost in colder climates. Growing about 2–3' tall, it offers beauty at every stage, from bloom to seedpod.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts crisp white petals, dark central boss, and sculptural seedpods make it an especially memorable choice for gardeners who love flowers with strong form and romantic flair.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/annual-nigella\"\u003eExplore more Nigella Plants - Love-in-a-Mist\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43478198812731,"sku":"AA562","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/AA562-1.png?v=1777769539"},{"product_id":"ammi-visnaga-green-mist","title":"Ammi visnaga - Green Mist","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAmmi visnaga\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Green Mist’ is a graceful annual that brings airy, cloud-like elegance to the garden. Finely divided ferny foliage supports tall, branching stems topped with broad domed umbels of tiny white flowers, creating a soft haze that moves beautifully through borders and cutting gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso known as false Queen Anne’s lace or toothpick weed, ‘Green Mist’ is a favorite for fresh and dried floral arrangements. Its delicate texture mixes effortlessly with cottage garden annuals, roses, dahlias, sweet peas, cosmos, zinnias, and ornamental grasses, adding lightness and romance without competing for attention. Growing about 3–4' tall, it is especially useful in cutting gardens and naturalistic plantings where height and softness are both needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant \u003cem\u003eAmmi visnaga\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Green Mist’ in full sun with well-drained soil. Sow in the cool season in mild climates or after the last frost in colder regions. Easy, elegant, and bouquet-worthy, this annual is a floral designer’s dream in the garden. Explore more seasonal beauties in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.anniesannuals.com\/collections\/annuals\"\u003eAnnuals collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43478199107643,"sku":"AA558","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/AA5581.png?v=1777769550"},{"product_id":"nigella-hispanica-alabaster","title":"Nigella hispanica - Alabaster","description":"\u003cp\u003eA statuesque and rather glamorous Love-in-a-Mist, Nigella ‘Alabaster’ bears silky white, star-shaped flowers with striking dark purple to nearly black centers. The contrast is marvelous: luminous petals, inky hearts, and a soft green cloud of finely cut foliage that makes every flower appear to float.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrowing about 18–24 inches tall, ‘Alabaster’ brings lightness to borders and cutting gardens without disappearing into the planting. Its white-and-black coloring is easy to combine with nearly anything, from pale romantic flowers to deep burgundy foliage and hot jewel tones. The delicate appearance also provides a useful counterpoint to broad leaves and heavier flower forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter bloom, the show changes rather than ends. Inflated seedpods follow the flowers like curious little green balloons, adding structure to the garden and excellent material for fresh or dried arrangements. Even after drying, the pods retain a delicate, architectural silhouette that looks handsome in winter arrangements. This cool-season annual may also reseed when allowed to mature, creating a possible encore without turning the garden into a formal production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor ideas on using airy annuals like Nigella through a layered planting, visit our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/layered-planting\"\u003elayered-planting guide\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/annual-nigella\"\u003eExplore more Nigella and Love-in-a-Mist\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43478200057915,"sku":"AA556","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/Nigella-hispanica-Alabaster.png?v=1784750924"},{"product_id":"phacelia-tanacetifolia","title":"Phacelia tanacetifolia","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eLacy Phacelia is one of those gloriously useful plants that also happens to be a looker. Phacelia tanacetifolia makes a soft, airy mound of finely cut, ferny foliage, then sends up curled sprays of lavender-blue flowers bristling with long stamens and absolutely alive with bees and other beneficial insects. Fast growing and easy from seed, it thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, and is often grown as both an ornamental annual and a pollinator-friendly cover crop. Expect a loose, meadowy plant about 1' to 3' tall, with a wonderfully wild charm that suits cottage gardens, naturalistic plantings, and any spot that could use a little buzz and softness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWant to bring even more bees and beneficial insects into your garden? Checkout \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.anniesannuals.com\/products\/phacelia-campanularia-desert-canterbury-bells\" title=\"Phacelia campanularia Desert Canterbury Bells\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePhacelia campanularia\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.anniesannuals.com\/products\/phacelia-viscida\" title=\"https:\/\/www.anniesannuals.com\/products\/phacelia-viscida\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePhacelia viscida\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e for\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e more nectar-rich favorites.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe curled flower clusters unfurl as they bloom, creating a fascinating fiddlehead effect above finely divided, fernlike foliage. Reaching roughly 2–3 feet tall, Lacy Phacelia has enough height to weave through a meadow planting without becoming visually heavy. The lavender-blue flowers also make an airy, unusual addition to casual bouquets.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts real party trick is the traffic it attracts. In bloom, the plants can hum with bees and beneficial insects, making this a particularly useful annual for pollinator gardens, habitat plantings, and sunny vegetable-garden edges where beauty and insect activity are equally welcome.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/good-for-pollinators-wildlife-all\"\u003eExplore more plants for pollinators and wildlife\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43478200844347,"sku":"AA503","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/LacyPhacelia1.png?v=1777777634"},{"product_id":"lisianthus-abc-misty-blue","title":"Lisianthus - ABC Misty Blue","description":"\u003cp\u003eCool, misty, and almost too elegant for its own good, \u003cem\u003eEustoma grandiflorum\u003c\/em\u003e ‘ABC Misty Blue’ produces fully double, rose-like flowers brushed in pale lavender-blue. The layered petals have a soft, luminous quality that looks refined in the garden and downright luxurious in a vase. Handsome blue-green foliage and strong upright stems keep the display polished rather than fussy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a true cut-flower variety, reaching about 36–45 inches tall under good growing conditions. Its long stems and lasting blooms make it a natural for bouquet gardens, sunny borders, and large containers. Pair the dreamy flowers with white, blush, apricot, deep plum, or airy ornamental grasses—or let them bring a deliciously cool pause to a bed full of hot summer color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive ‘ABC Misty Blue’ full sun, fertile well-drained soil, and regular water. Lisianthus grows deliberately at first, then rewards patience with an extended warm-season show; avoid disturbing its roots unnecessarily after planting. Cut stems as flowers begin to open and remove spent blooms to keep the plants productive. Explore more romantic warm-season performers in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/annuals\"\u003eAnnuals collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43478200909883,"sku":"AA567","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/AA567-1.png?v=1777748393"},{"product_id":"ursinia-anthemoides-solar-fire","title":"Ursinia anthemoides - Solar Fire","description":"\u003cp\u003eTurn up the sunshine with \u003cem\u003eUrsinia anthemoides\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Solar Fire’, a bright and cheerful South African annual that brings molten orange color to sunny gardens. Daisy-like blooms glow in vivid orange with dark centers, shimmering beautifully in the light and adding warmth to borders, containers, rock gardens, and pollinator plantings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso known as Solar Fire Ursinia, this easy annual grows about 12–18\" tall and creates a lively display over a long bloom season. The vivid orange flowers are especially striking with blue, purple, silver, and white companions, making them fabulous with salvias, bachelor buttons, lavender, grasses, and other drought tolerant annuals. Plant in generous drifts for a glowing ribbon of color, or tuck into containers for instant cheer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant \u003cem\u003eUrsinia anthemoides\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Solar Fire’ in full sun with well-drained soil. Once established, it appreciates a sunny, lean, Mediterranean-style setting and rewards you with long-lasting flowers full of warmth and movement. Explore more climate-adapted treasures in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.anniesannuals.com\/collections\/south-african-plants\"\u003eSouth African Plants collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43478201008187,"sku":"AA613","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/Ursiniaanthemoides_SolarFire-1.webp?v=1777739210"},{"product_id":"eschscholzia-californica-purple-gleam","title":"Eschscholzia californica - Purple Gleam","description":"\u003cp\u003eOh, what a charmer this one is! ‘Purple Gleam’ takes the easygoing spirit of our beloved California Poppy and dresses it in a dreamy wash of lavender-rose, as though each silky petal had been touched with a watercolor brush. The color shifts with the light, moving from dusty mauve and soft pink to a cooler purple glow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe single flowers float above fine blue-green foliage on plants roughly 12–18 inches tall. Their painterly coloring plays beautifully with lavender, cream, primrose yellow, silver foliage, and deeper wine tones, making ‘Purple Gleam’ a natural for cottage gardens, romantic native-style plantings, containers, and loose wildflower drifts. The fine foliage keeps the plant looking light even when several are grouped together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJust like the species, it is wonderfully unfussy: sun, decent drainage, and restraint with water are more valuable than pampering. Deadhead to extend the display, or allow some flowers to form seed if you would enjoy a possible return engagement. Deer tend to pass it by, and established plants are well suited to summer-dry garden styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor ideas on building a layered, water-wise planting around plants like this one, see our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/mediterranean-style-gardens-ca-natives-other-summer-dry-favorites\"\u003eMediterranean-style garden guide\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/perennials-biennials-eschscholzia\"\u003eExplore more California Poppies\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43478201565243,"sku":"AA550","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/PurpleGleam1.png?v=1777781205"},{"product_id":"eschscholzia-californica-copper-pot","title":"Eschscholzia californica - Copper Pot","description":"\u003cp\u003e‘Copper Pot’ is the sort of California Poppy that seems to catch fire the moment sunlight hits it—all coppery-orange silk, warm undertones, and unapologetic glow. The satiny flowers float above finely cut blue-green foliage, opening wide in bright weather and folding themselves closed toward evening or beneath cloudy skies. It is familiar California exuberance dressed in a particularly handsome new color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants form airy mounds about 12–18 inches tall, weaving happily through wildflower plantings, cottage gardens, gravel beds, and sunny border fronts. The burnished blooms are marvelous with cobalt blue, violet, cream, silver, and soft apricot companions. Bees and other pollinators stop by frequently, while deer generally show considerably less enthusiasm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive ‘Copper Pot’ full sun and lean-to-average, well-drained soil. Once established, it needs little water; rich soil and lavish irrigation tend to create foliage at the expense of flowers. In congenial spots it may self-sow, leaving a scattering of welcome copper sparks for another season. Deadhead if you prefer a tidier display or want to limit seedlings. Read our notes on \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/it-s-starting-to-happen\"\u003epollinator-friendly spring plantings\u003c\/a\u003e, and explore more colors in the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/perennials-biennials-eschscholzia\"\u003eCalifornia Poppy collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43478201598011,"sku":"AA545","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/AA545_5780_Eschscholzia_californica_1.jpg?v=1777769593"},{"product_id":"sempervivum-kalinda","title":"Sempervivum Kalinda","description":"\u003cp\u003eDressed for drama and built for neglect, Sempervivum ‘Kalinda’ is a fabulous hens-and-chicks succulent with tidy, low rosettes and shifting color that keeps the garden guessing. Its pointed leaves stack into handsome geometric spirals brushed in green, rose, copper, and dusky plum, with the richest tones appearing in bright sun and cool weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrowing about 3–4\" tall, ‘Kalinda’ Sempervivum is perfect for rock gardens, stone troughs, succulent containers, gravel plantings, crevice gardens, and sunny edges where its sculptural form can be admired up close. Tough as nails and wonderfully low maintenance, it thrives in lean, well-drained soil and asks for very little once established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver time, each rosette sends out offsets on stolons, gradually forming a charming colony of colorful “chicks” around the original plant. Hardy, drought tolerant, and full of character, Sempervivum ‘Kalinda’ brings year-round texture, color, and tidy little architectural fireworks to dry garden spaces and containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eInterested in growing more Sempervivum plants? \u003cem\u003eSempervivum arachnoideum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Cobweb' also brings \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eenchanting and slightly unreal beauty to any garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/succulents\"\u003eExplore more succulents\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43478201696315,"sku":"AA547","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/SempervivumKalinda1.png?v=1777781083"},{"product_id":"fuchsia-procumbens-creeping-fuchsia","title":"Fuchsia procumbens - Creeping Fuchsia","description":"\u003cp\u003eTiny, trailing, and delightfully odd, \u003cem\u003eFuchsia procumbens\u003c\/em\u003e is the fuchsia that apparently never received the usual flower instructions. Instead of dangling bells, this New Zealand species produces curious upright blooms in yellow-green with touches of red, purple, and blue, followed by decorative red berries that extend the show.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plant forms a low mat only about 2–4 inches tall, with small rounded leaves and stems that creep or spill wherever gravity permits. That habit makes Creeping Fuchsia fabulous in hanging baskets, shaded containers, rock-garden pockets, greenhouse collections, miniature plantings, and protected garden edges. Seen up close, every small flower looks like an elaborate piece of botanical jewelry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart shade and steady moisture suit its woodland character, while shelter from hard frost helps preserve the evergreen foliage in mild climates. Give the trailing stems room to move rather than burying them beneath larger neighbors. The flowers also bring wildlife value to a plant already earning its keep through shape, texture, and sheer conversational potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePetite, collectible, and wonderfully unlike the fuchsias most gardeners know, this is a plant for people who enjoy discovering that an entire genus can still spring surprises. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/shrubs-trees-fuchsia\"\u003eExplore more fuchsias\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43478202122299,"sku":"AA603","price":13.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/Fuchsia_procumbens_Creeping_Fuchsia-Peter_de_Lange.jpg?v=1777751501"},{"product_id":"senecio-rowleyanus-string-of-pearls","title":"Senecio rowleyanus - 'String of Pearls'","description":"\u003cp\u003eA succulent with jewelry for leaves! String of Pearls sends out slender trailing stems strung with plump green beads, creating a living curtain that looks especially fabulous spilling from a hanging basket, shelf, wall pot, or elevated container. The spherical foliage is not merely decorative—it gives the plant its unmistakable sculptural character and makes even a single pot feel like a small botanical oddity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plant itself stays only a few inches tall, but established trails can eventually reach 2–3 feet. That dramatic downward habit makes placement important: give it enough height to cascade freely and enough proximity to enjoy the bead-like leaves up close. It is handsome alone and equally striking threaded through mixed succulent pots with contrasting rosettes, spikes, silver foliage, or dark stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBright light keeps the growth compact and full. The larger consideration is moisture: those pearl-shaped leaves store water, so sharp drainage and a light hand with the watering can matter far more than frequent attention. Protect it from hard frost and prolonged wet conditions, particularly when grown outdoors in cooler weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhimsical, architectural, and just a little ridiculous—in the best possible way—String of Pearls is one of the few plants that can make gravity look like a design feature. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/succulents\"\u003eExplore more succulents\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafety note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Senecio foliage is toxic if ingested, especially to pets and livestock. Keep the plant and fallen material out of reach of children and animals.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43478202417211,"sku":"AA568","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/AA568-1_4d0ea3c0-5ba8-4597-97c8-d18d7a5af8c0.png?v=1784140618"},{"product_id":"echeveria-chroma","title":"Echeveria Chroma","description":"\u003cp\u003eEcheveria ‘Chroma’ is a deliciously colorful succulent with plump rosettes brushed in soft green, pink, mauve, copper, and dusky purple tones. Its colors shift beautifully with light and temperature, so this sculptural echeveria always seems to be showing off a slightly different mood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWonderfully symmetrical and satisfying to admire up close, ‘Chroma’ is perfect for succulent containers, rock gardens, dry borders, dish gardens, and mixed succulent plantings. Growing about 6\" tall and up to 12\" wide, it gradually forms attractive clusters by offsets while keeping its neat rosette form. Pair it with blue chalk sticks, sedums, sempervivums, gravel mulch, terracotta pots, and other drought tolerant succulents for a polished, low-water display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant Echeveria ‘Chroma’ in bright light to full sun with sharp drainage. Water only occasionally once established, allowing the soil to dry between drinks. Easy, unfussy, and full of shifting color, this echeveria brings year-round texture and collector-worthy charm. Explore more rosette beauties in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.anniesannuals.com\/collections\/succulents-echeveria\"\u003eEcheveria collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43478202908731,"sku":"AA543","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/EcheveriaChroma3.png?v=1777780665"},{"product_id":"salvia-sonomensis-x-mellifera-mrs-beard","title":"Salvia sonomensis x mellifera - Mrs. Beard","description":"\u003cp\u003eLow, fragrant, and fabulously California, Salvia ‘Mrs. Beard’ is a drought tolerant native sage hybrid with aromatic foliage and soft lavender-blue flower spikes. A cross of Sonoma sage and black sage, this spreading evergreen shrub brings rugged beauty and pollinator value to dry gardens, slopes, pathways, oak edges, and sunny borders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlso known as Mrs. Beard Sage, it forms a natural-looking mound of fragrant foliage that works beautifully as a low groundcover or border softener. In spring, the flower spikes attract bees, beneficial insects, butterflies, and other pollinators, while the foliage adds year-round texture. Pair it with buckwheats, California poppies, yarrows, native grasses, coyote mint, and other water-wise California native perennials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlant Salvia ‘Mrs. Beard’ in full sun to part shade with well-drained soil. Once established, it needs little summer water and is an excellent choice for low-maintenance native landscapes. Deer resistant, aromatic, and quietly glamorous, this sage brings easy habitat value to the garden. 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Blooming over a long season, this easy perennial brings a light, naturalistic feel to cottage gardens, meadow-style plantings, cutting gardens, and mixed perennial borders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrowing about 2–3' tall, Macedonian Scabious has an open, graceful habit that makes it perfect for weaving through other plants rather than sitting stiffly in one spot. Its rich crimson-red flowers create gorgeous contrast with ornamental grasses, soft pastel blooms, silver foliage, salvias, yarrow, and airy wildflowers. Bees and butterflies visit the nectar-rich blooms in abundance, adding even more movement and life to the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant \u003cem\u003eKnautia macedonica\u003c\/em\u003e in full sun with well-drained soil. Deadhead to encourage continued bloom, or let a few seed heads remain for a relaxed, self-sown look. Moody, graceful, and delightfully easy, this is a long-blooming perennial with wild-hearted cottage charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/perennials-and-biennials\"\u003eExplore more perennials and biennials\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43478203039803,"sku":"AA605","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/Knautia_macedonica_2.png?v=1777783754"},{"product_id":"zinnia-elegans-benarys-giant-lime","title":"Zinnia elegans - Benary's Giant Lime","description":"\u003cp\u003eFresh, fancy, and utterly bouquet-worthy, \u003cem\u003eZinnia elegans\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Benary’s Giant Lime’ produces big, fully double blooms in marvelous chartreuse-lime green. This florist-favorite zinnia brings a cool, unexpected glow to the summer garden, and its unusual color has the magical ability to make every neighboring flower look more interesting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrong, upright plants reach about 36–48 inches tall and keep sending up long, sturdy stems made for cutting. The green flowers are delicious with apricot, peach, coral, white, lavender, burgundy, and inky purple—equally at home in exuberant cottage bouquets or spare, modern arrangements. In the garden, they add height and rhythm to sunny beds while bees and butterflies investigate the blooms through the warm season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive ‘Benary’s Giant Lime’ full sun, good air circulation, well-drained soil, and regular water. Once flowering begins, cut generously and deadhead what you leave behind; the more you harvest, the harder this zinnia works. Water at soil level when possible to keep the foliage dry. 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This dramatic, fast-growing plant produces towering stems topped with large white sunflower-like blooms and golden centers, creating a tropical-looking focal point with serious garden presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso known as Giant White Sunflower Tree, this rare shrub is stunning in borders, protected garden spaces, collector plantings, and large-scale landscapes where height and structure are welcome. Its broad foliage and showy white flowers bring a lush, unusual look that pairs beautifully with large-leaved companions, salvias, grasses, dahlias, and other bold seasonal bloomers. Pollinators appreciate the open, daisy-like flowers, and guests will absolutely ask about it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant \u003cem\u003eRojasianthe superba\u003c\/em\u003e in full sun to part shade with rich, well-drained soil and regular water. Give it room to stretch and a protected spot in mild climates. Dramatic, unusual, and wonderfully memorable, it makes a striking garden centerpiece. Explore more bold bloomers in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.anniesannuals.com\/collections\/annual-sunflower\"\u003eSunflower collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43478203301947,"sku":"AA610","price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/Rojasianthe_superba_White_Sunflower_Tree_3.jpg?v=1777746314"},{"product_id":"dianthus-rockin-rose","title":"Dianthus - Rockin' Rose","description":"\u003cp\u003eDianthus ‘Rockin’ Rose’ is bold, fragrant, and beautifully free-flowering, delivering a long season of vivid deep rose to magenta blooms. 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Explore more fragrant border favorites in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.anniesannuals.com\/collections\/ground-covers-dianthus\"\u003eDianthus - Carnation collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43478203465787,"sku":"AA560","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/AA560-2.png?v=1777769544"},{"product_id":"lupinus-succulentus-rodeo-rose","title":"Lupinus succulentus - Rodeo Rose","description":"\u003cp\u003eRosy, lush, and wonderfully California, \u003cem\u003eLupinus succulentus\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Rodeo Rose’ is a vibrant annual lupine with tall spikes of rose-pink flowers rising above generous green foliage. Blooming in spring, it brings bold wildflower color to native plantings, meadow-style gardens, pollinator borders, and sunny seasonal displays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso known as Rodeo Rose Lupine, this California native annual grows about 2–3' tall and has that easy, romantic meadow feeling gardeners love. The pea-like blooms are highly attractive to bees and other pollinators, while the cheerful pink color mixes beautifully with blue flowers, white blooms, California poppies, clarkias, tidy tips, and native grasses. Plant it in drifts for a soft spring spectacle or tuck it through borders for upright color and texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant \u003cem\u003eLupinus succulentus\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Rodeo Rose’ in full sun with well-drained soil. Like many annual lupines, it appreciates leaner conditions and a naturalistic approach once established. Fresh, floriferous, and pollinator-friendly, it is a beautiful choice for spring gardens. Explore more wildflower favorites in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.anniesannuals.com\/collections\/annual-lupinus\"\u003eLupinus - Lupine (Annual) collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43478203531323,"sku":"AA606","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/AA606_Lupinus_succulentus___Arroyo_Lupine_1.jpg?v=1777739191"},{"product_id":"amaranthus-cruentus-autumn-touch","title":"Amaranthus cruentus - Autumn Touch","description":"\u003cp\u003eWarm, textural, and made for the golden end of summer, \u003cem\u003eAmaranthus cruentus\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Autumn Touch’ carries upright plumes that shade from fresh pistachio and cream into copper, bronze, and rosy brown. The colors evolve as the flowers mature, giving the plant the look of an entire autumn arrangement growing on one sturdy stem. Deep green foliage provides a lush backdrop without stealing the show.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrong branching plants reach about 3½–4 feet tall and bring generous height to sunny borders and cutting gardens. The substantial plumes are superb in fresh bouquets and dry beautifully for wreaths and everlasting arrangements. Pair them with orange dahlias, burgundy celosia, lime zinnias, ornamental grasses, or anything smoky and plum-colored for an extravagantly seasonal display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive ‘Autumn Touch’ full sun, well-drained soil, and regular water while it establishes. Pinch young plants around 12 inches tall if you want more branching and a larger harvest of moderately sized stems; leave them unpinched for fewer, heavier plumes. Heat helps it race into growth, and established plants are remarkably easygoing. Harvest before the seed becomes heavy for the cleanest cut material, or leave a few heads for seed-eating birds. Explore more exuberant annuals in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/annuals\"\u003eAnnuals collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43478203727931,"sku":"AA565","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/AA565-1.png?v=1777754716"},{"product_id":"helianthus-annuus-ring-of-fire","title":"Helianthus annuus - 'Ring of Fire'","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking and richly colored sunflower, \u003cem\u003eHelianthus annuus ‘Ring of Fire’\u003c\/em\u003e earns its name with glowing petals brushed in warm shades of gold, amber, and deep red, creating a vivid halo around its dark central disk. Each flower has a slightly varied pattern, giving plantings a lively, almost hand-painted effect that stands out beautifully in the summer garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike more uniform types, this freely branching annual sunflower produces a succession of blooms over a long season, offering continuous color and plenty of flowers for cutting. It’s a favorite for cutting gardens and informal borders, where its warm tones pair especially well with rudbeckia, grasses, and other late-season companions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe open flower centers are a magnet for bees and other beneficial insects, adding ecological value along with visual appeal. Easy to grow from seed, it performs best in full sun and well-drained soil, and handles heat with ease once established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrowing to about 4–5 feet tall, it brings a relaxed, slightly wild character to the garden—perfect for cottage-style plantings, pollinator gardens, and sunny beds where bold color and long-lasting blooms are welcome.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor your convenience, Annie’s plants ship in boxes of 4, 6, 8, or 12 plants per box. 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These cheerful flowers surround dark centers and are borne abundantly on compact, well-branched plants, making this variety perfect for smaller spaces, containers, and the front of sunny borders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis easy-to-grow annual sunflower is a standout for both cut flower gardens and pollinator-friendly plantings, attracting bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects throughout the blooming season. Its manageable size and continuous flowering habit make it especially useful where a full-sized sunflower would be too large.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThriving in full sun and average, well-drained soil, \u003cem\u003eLittle Becka\u003c\/em\u003e is heat-tolerant and low maintenance, performing reliably through the warmest months. Growing about 2–3 feet tall, it blends beautifully with zinnias, cosmos, and other summer annuals, bringing bold color, long-lasting blooms, and lively garden activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA compact yet showy sunflower for containers, borders, and cutting gardens, \u003cem\u003eLittle Becka\u003c\/em\u003e delivers all the charm of a classic sunflower in a smaller, more versatile form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor your convenience, Annie’s plants ship in boxes of 4, 6, 8, or 12 plants per box. See Shipping Information below for additional details regarding states requiring expedited shipping and other shipping policies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/annuals-good-for-pollinators-and-wildlife\"\u003eExplore more Annuals Good for Pollinators \u0026amp; Wildlife\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43478475407419,"sku":"AA572","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/HEI-LIT-001.jpg?v=1777769528"},{"product_id":"sempervivum-cobweb","title":"Sempervivum arachnoideum Cobweb","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSempervivum arachnoideum ‘Cobweb’ is one of those deliciously peculiar little succulents that looks as though a spider moved in and decided to decorate. Each tight green rosette is threaded with fine white webbing, creating that signature cobwebby effect that makes the whole plant look both enchanting and slightly unreal. We adore it tucked into rock gardens, stone crevices, troughs, and pots, where its intricate texture can really be admired up close. It loves full sun, well-drained soil, and leaner soil, and once established, it is wonderfully drought-tolerant. Over time, it multiplies by offsets, gradually forming a low colony of charming little rosettes. The foliage stays quite petite, typically about 1\" to 3\" tall, with individual rosettes only a little over an inch across, though flowering stems rise higher in season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eLove experimenting with color in the garden? 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If you are looking for Café au Lait dahlia tubers, this variety is one of the most popular choices for gardeners, flower farmers, and floral designers. The elegant color variation makes Cafe au Lait dahlia a favorite for wedding bouquets, romantic arrangements, and cutting gardens.   \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnown for its large, ruffled flowers, Dahlia Café au Lait brings a graceful, vintage look to garden beds and borders. Each Cafe au Lait dahlia tuber produces upright plants with impressive blooms that stand out beautifully in late summer and fall. As one of the most beloved dinnerplate dahlia tubers, it is especially valued for its dramatic flower size and soft, neutral coloring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor best results plant Café au Lait dahlias in full sun with rich, well-drained soil after the danger of frost has passed. Proper Cafe au Lait dahlia care includes consistent watering, regular feeding, and staking to support the large blooms. These Café au Lait dahlia growing tips help encourage strong stems and abundant flowers throughout the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for anyone searching for blush dahlia tubers or a premium cut flower dahlia, Café au Lait delivers beauty, elegance, and serious bouquet power. It is a showstopper in the garden and an unforgettable addition to fresh floral arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/perennials-biennials-dahlia\"\u003eExplore more Dahlia Plants\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43483259142203,"sku":"AA619","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/Dahlia__Cafe_au_Lait.jpg?v=1778100136"},{"product_id":"polemonium-carneum","title":"Polemonium carneum","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePolemonium carneum\u003c\/strong\u003e, commonly known as Royal Jacob’s Ladder or Pink Jacob’s Ladder, is a charming native perennial valued for its fern-like foliage and soft spring flowers. This clump-forming woodland plant produces loose clusters of bell-shaped blooms in shades of pink, salmon, apricot, buff, and pale lavender, adding a delicate, natural look to shaded borders and native plant gardens. It is native to the western United States, especially the Pacific Northwest, and is well suited to moist meadows, open woods, streambanks, and garden settings with rich, well-drained soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoyal Jacob’s Ladder typically grows about 1–3 feet tall, with attractive pinnate leaves that give the plant its “ladder” appearance. It blooms from spring into early summer, often April through June depending on climate. For best performance, plant Polemonium carneum in partial shade to full sun where soil stays evenly moist. 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Its flowers attract bees and butterflies, while the plant is also noted for deer and rabbit resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/california-native-perennials\"\u003eExplore more California Native Perennials\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43483259437115,"sku":"AA620","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/Polemonium-carneum.png?v=1778107363"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/collections\/ViolaAdmire-LemonPurpleWing.png?v=1786901435","url":"https:\/\/www.anniesannuals.com\/collections\/whats-new.oembed?page=14","provider":"Annie's Annuals \u0026 Perennials","version":"1.0","type":"link"}