Annual Heirloom Flowers Grown at Spider Web

AFRICAN DAISY (Dimorphotheca) - An outstanding performer that has been naturalized throughout the southwest.   The 2 to 4 inch blooms appear in brilliant shades of orange, salmon, yellow and white, providing plenty of color for the flower garden.  Sow in early spring after all danger of frost has passed, in a sunny, well drained location.  Germinates in 10-14 days.  Height 8-16 inches. 
ALYSSUM (Lobularia maritime) - This low growing, 5 inch plant has dainty, white blossoms with a wonderful fragrance.  The spreading habit of this variety makes it a good choice for borders, as well as hanging baskets and containers. 
AMISH COCKSCOMB (Celosia cristata) An old Amish favorite that is native to the tropics. First introduced to the Europeans in the 1500’s, the 12 inch plants have wonderful red blooms which resemble a cockscomb. An excellent choice for the antique flower garden; sun.
ASTERS (Callistephus chinensis) - Huge, 4 inch flowers in lovely shades of yellow, red, pink and violet, that grow to a height of 30 inches.  Start inside 6 to 8 weeks before the last spring frost, transplanting outdoors after the last frost. Great cut flower.
BABY BLUE EYES (Nemophila menziesii) - A hardy annual that is native to California, but can easily be grown throughout the United States.  Sky-blue, cup shaped flowers grow on pretty, little, 6 to 12 inch plants.  Very attractive in containers and hanging baskets.  Prefers to grow in partial shade. 
BABY’S BREATH (Gypsophila elegans) – Tiny, lacy white flowers give an airy look to the flower garden.  Grows 18 inches tall.  Perfect to use as a border in flower gardens or filler in containers.
BELLS OF IRELAND (Moluccella laevis) -  The tall, green spikes with pale green, bell shaped calyx are densely packed along the stems.  Grown for centuries for dried arrangements, the tint of the blooms fade to a charming linen color.  Reaches a height of 2-3 feet 
BISHOP'S FLOWER (Ammi majus) - This easy-to-grow variety is native to North Africa, but can be found growing throughout much of the United States. Reaching a height of 2 ½ -3 feet, the plant is loaded with large white, 5-6 inch flowerheads. Does well in most soil conditions. A good choice to use as filler in bouquets. Sun.
BLACK EYED SUSAN VINE (Thunbergia alata) - This variety is a good choice for hanging baskets and trellises.  The sunny yellow/orange blooms contain a dark center and grow on long, trailing vines.  An easy-to-grow variety that can be directly seeded.  For best germination, soak the seeds overnight before sowing.  Can trail to six feet long. 
BUTTERFLY WEED (Asclepias tuberosa) – 3 to 5 inch umbels of lovely, orange flowers bloom atop 36–48 inch sturdy stems.  Excellent for cut flowers.  If started in January, may bloom the first year, late-summer thereafter.  Helps attract butterflies to the garden.
CALENDULA (Calendula officinalis) - Beautiful, 4 inch flowers in lovely shades of orange, cream and yellow, with the plants reaching a height of  2 feet.  The petals make a tasty addition to soups and salads.  For earlier blooms, start inside 6 to 8 weeks before the last spring frost, or sow the seeds directly into the garden after the last spring frost. 
CANDYTUFT (Iberis umbellata) - Very pretty little flowers in shades of violet, red, pink, rose and white.  Plants are 8 inches tall and compact.   May be started inside 6 to 8 weeks before last spring frost or sow seeds directly into the garden after the last spring frost. 
CASTOR BEAN (Ricinus communis) –Red flowers bloom atop 4-5 feet stalks.   Makes a great background border in the flower garden. CAUTION: Seeds are toxic if taken internally.   Perennial, but grow as an annual.
CORNFLOWER (Centaurea cyanus) - Also known as Bachelors Button.  Pink, blue, red and white blossoms on 18 inch tall plants.  May be started inside 6 to 8 weeks before last the spring frost, or sow seeds directly into the garden after the last spring frost.  Upright plants produce abundantly.
COSMOS (Cosmos bipinnatus) - Single flowers, 3 to 4 inches across, on 36 inch stems.  The blooms resemble daisies in lovely shades of red, pink, rose and white, with fern-like foliage.  Makes an excellent cut flower. 
COSMOS, SEA SHELLS (Cosmos bipinnatus) - A unique variation of the standard variety, the petals on this flower are tubular in shape and look similar to a sea shell.   A variety of shades are in this mix, including red, pink, rose and white.  A favorite of hummingbirds and butterflies. 
COTTAGE PINKS (Dianthus plumarius) - An old time favorite in "cottage gardens", these beautiful flowers make a wonder border in any garden.  The 6 to 12 inch plants bloom profusely with small, pink flowers.  The name "pinks" comes from the appearance of the flowers (not the color), which have the appearance of being cut with pinking shears. 
DUSTY MILLER (Senecio cineraria) - A very showy, deeply cut variety with striking grey-green leaves.  Grows in mounds that reach 12 inches tall.  A real eye catcher in  a garden or container.
FLOSS FLOWER (Ageratum)(Ageratum houstonianum) - The soft, blue, puffy flowers on this 24 to 30 inch tall variety stand out in the garden, as well as adding interest to a flower bouquet.  Was formerly an old favorite in early American gardens, is now making a strong comeback. 
FORGET-ME-NOT (Cynoglossum amabile) - The 12-18 inch plant is filled with pretty, light blue flowers.  Likes a cool, moist area.  Good for edgings.  May be started inside 6 to 8 weeks before the last spring frost, or sow the seeds directly into the garden after the last spring frost. 
GLOBE AMARANTH (Gomphrena globosa) – Great addition for the antique flower garden. Bushy plants produce one inch clover-like blossoms in shades of purple, pink and white.  Plants grow 24-36 inches tall.  Continuous blooms all summer.
HELIOTROPE (Heliotrope arborescens) – The violet-blue blooms on this heirloom flower have a sweet, vanilla-like fragrance!  Blooms are 2 inch clusters on 2 foot tall plants, with  ribbed, dark green, suede-like leaves.
IMPATIENS (Impatiens balsamina) – Beautiful plants for partially shaded to sunny locations.  Small flowers in shades of red, white and pink.  Plants grow 12 to 15 inches tall.  
JOHNNY JUMP UP (Viola tricolor) – These charming flowers are also known as violas.  The 1–2 inch  pansy-like flowers are tri-color in purple, yellow and white shades, with the plants reaching  a height of 5 to 7 inches.  The abundant blooms make dainty garnishes in salads.  Tender perennial.
LOVE-IN-A-MIST (Nigella danascena) – Dainty, 1 to 2 inch  blooms in blue, mauve, pink, purple and white, with lacy, netted foliage growing on 12 to 24 inch plants.  The unusual seed pods are shaped like  balloons.
LOVE-LIES-BLEEDING (Amaranthus caudatus) – The 3 to 4 foot tall plants have ropes of graceful, trailing, chenille-like red blooms.  A beautiful and unusual focal point for your garden.
MARIGOLD, AFRICAN (Tagetes erecta) - A garden favorite that blooms all summer long.  Mixed colors of orange, golden-yellow and scarlet abound on the 24-36 inch plants with 2½-3 inch flowers. 
MARIGOLD, FRENCH (Tagetes patula) - Delightful blend of red, yellow and orange single and double blooms.  Grows 12 to 14 inches tall making it great for boarders and edgings.  A very easy to grow flower that does best in a dry, sunny location.
NICOTIANA  (Nicotiana rustica)  – Also known as Wild Tobacco.  These plants grow 1-2 feet, and have heavily scented flowers.  Leaves can be used to make an insecticide.  
PANSY (Viola tricolor) - Velvety textured flowers in red, blue, yellow and white, all with little contrasting "faces" grow on the 6 inch plants.  Start inside 8-10 weeks before the last spring frost, transplanting outside 2 weeks before the last spring frost.  Does best in a cool, shaded area.  Tender Perennial.
PINKS (Dianthus deltoides) - The  8 inch plants have delighted gardeners for years, with their double flowers containing every shade of pink imaginable.  Start inside 8-10 weeks before the last spring frost, transplanting outside 2 weeks before the last spring frost. 
PORTULACA (Portulaca grandiflora) - The small,  6 inch plants have delightful,  2 inch flowers in delicate shades of  yellow, rose, white and pink.  Start inside 6 to 8 weeks before the last spring frost, transplanting outside after the last spring frost. Great in window boxes, or in the garden.
ROCKY MOUNTAIN BEE PLANT (Cleome Serrulata) - The pink flowers on this variety are highly attractive to bees.  Growing 3 to 5 feet tall, they look great used as a background in the flower garden, or plant near the vegetable garden to attract bees for pollinating purposes.  
SNAPDRAGON (Antirrhinum majus) - A long time favorite by many with its pretty, ruffled, flowers on long, tapered spikes.  Will reach a height of 2.5 feet.  The blooms are shades of pink, white, red, and yellow-orange.  Start inside 6 to 8 weeks before the last spring frost, transplanting outside after the last spring frost.  A nice flower for cutting. 
STOCK (Mathiola incana) – These enchanting blooms have a sweet, spicy, clove-like scent, and appear in  shades of carmine, yellow, apricot, blue, pink & white, on 30 inch  plants.  Tall, non-branching column type with densely packed flower spikes. 
STRAWFLOWER (Helichrysum bracteatum) -  Very  popular variety of flower in the good old days!  The 2.5 inch blooms come in  delicate hues of white, rose and yellow.  For earlier blooms, start inside 6 to 8 weeks before the last spring frost, or sow seeds directly into the garden after the last spring frost.  Great for dried flowers.
ZINNIA (Zinnia elegans) - Plants have massive blooms in beautiful shades of orange, rose, white, salmon, yellow and scarlet.  Double and single blooms on 36 inch tall stems.  May be started inside 6 to 8 weeks before the last spring frost, or sow the seeds directly into the garden after the last spring frost.  A marvelous cut flower.