Annuals

A great choice to brighten up your shady areas of garden or patio! Each plant forms a symmetrical mound of dark green foliage. Within a few weeks, a profusion of double flowers creates an ever-blooming display of colour. 

Exposure: Shade, Partial Sun

Spacing: 10 - 12"

Height: 10 - 16" 

Width: 10 - 12" 

Photos and data courtesy of Ball

Best as an indoor plant or outdoors in warm climates. Unique leaves resemble fiber-optic cables orbiting around the plant. Adds interest in mixed containers. Looks great in pots and along walkways.

Exposure: Full Sun, Partial Sun

Height: 6 - 8" (15 - 20cm)

Width: 18 - 20" (46 - 51cm)

Photos and Data Courtesy of Ball Horticulture- https://www.ballseed.com

Fall in love with the beautiful blooms of AMORE Petunias. These unique flowers feature five elegant heart shapes outlined in bright hues. This stable, uniform series delivers stunning flower power that captures attention. Use slow release fertilizer. Grows in areas out of extreme wind.

Exposure: Partial Sun, Full Sun

Height: 10 - 12" 

Width: 14 - 18" 

Photos and Data Courtesy of Danzinger

'Elatior' begonias were bred for enjoyment indoors as well as outdoors. Keep moist and take the time to dead head to encourage re-blooming.Good drainage is important for this plant to thrive. Plant in full to part shade, avoiding any location with mid-day full sun or high wind.

Exposure: Part Shade

Height: 8 - 12"

Width: 10 - 15"

Photos and data courtesy of Ball, Dummen Orange

A van der Meer Favourite! In Manitoba this vine is often seen planted in Containers and Baskets. Small or Large leaf varieties add a delicate deep green foliage to any planting and bring volume to the space. Plant in containers, beds, and as a ground cover. They are also adaptable as houseplants. 

Light Requirement: Full Sun to Partial Shade

Mature Size:

• Height: 4 - 6"

• Width: 18 - 24"

Photos and data courtesy of Dummen Orange

Osteospermum bloom early in the seasons and are easy growing. Less prone to heat delay than other series of Osteospermum.

Exposure: Full Sun

Height: 8 - 12"

Width: 8 - 12"

Photos and Data Courtesy of Dummen Orange ~ na.dummenorange.com

 Climbing vine with large, heart-shaped leaves and flowers that open in the morning. Blooms close in the afternoon. 

Exposure: Full Sun, Partial Sun

Height: up to 20ft

A sturdy, upright plant, that LOVES the heat. This is a great variety you can use for any kind size of planter.  

Exposure: Full Sun

Height: 8 - 12"

Width: 10 - 12"

Photos and Data courtesy of Dummen Orange - dummenorange.de

Dracena "Spikes" can add some tropical vibe to your landscapes or pots. Dracena is a close cousin to palm trees and will grow to around 1 metre tall before the summer season ends.

Very early with fast follow-up flowering, so plants stay in bloom longer. Strong branching and low-growing, compact habit; perfect for small pots.

Exposure: Full Sun

Height: 6 - 8" 

Width: 10 - 12" 

Bright and upright. Salvia has a tall stem and  small flowering cone shaped flowers with large green leaves. Fragrant, attracts bees and butterflies. Does well in mixed or individual plantings.

Heat tolerant.

Light Requirement: Full Sun

Height: 18 - 24" 

Width: 18"

Compact plant boasts large, single, 3-in. (80cm) blooms, each adorned with chocolate-brown cones. Profusely blooms with bright, eye-catching color from early summer to frost.

Light Requirement: Full Sun

Mature Size:

• Height: 12 -14"

• Width: 8 - 10"

Photos and Data Courtesy of Ball seeds

Versatile for garden beds and containers. Available in popular colors. Shorter plants look neat in the garden. Longer blooming both in the ground and in containers.

Exposure: Full Sun

Height: 6 - 10"

Width: 8 - 12"