Seed Planting Guide - Annual Flowers © 2006

Seed Planting Guide - Annual Flowers
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Annual flowers are the mainstay of just about any home flower garden. Most are easy to grow and provide continuous color from spring until fall. Planting your own annual flower seeds will allow you to save some money and grow varieties which are not offered in garden centers. This short guide will help you know how to plant your annual flower seeds.

Guide to Annual Flowers Which Germinate and Grow Quickly
Zinnia, marigold, cosmos, hollyhock, allysum, nasturtium, sweet pea, salvia, strawflower, dahlia, four o'clock, morning glory. These annuals will generally germinate quickly, within seven to ten days if provided with proper conditions. The resulting seedlings will grow quickly. Plant the seeds six to eight weeks before the last spring frost in your area.
Guide to Annual Flowers Which Germinate and Grow Slowly
Ageratum, begonia, coleus, dusty miller, annual grasses, impatiens, pansy, lobelia, nicotiana, petunia, poppy, snapdragon. These seeds will germinate usually within seven to fourteen days, maybe slightly longer. The resulting seedlings are slow to develope. Plant these eight to twelve weeks before the last spring frost in your area.

Guide to Annual Flowers Which Need Light to Germinate
Ageratum, begonia, coleus, annual grasses, impatiens, lobelia. These seeds require light to germinate and should not be covered with soil when planted.

Guide to Annual Flowers Which require Cool Temperatures
Allysum, sweet pea, dusty miller, annual grasses, pansy, nicotiana, petunia, poppy, snapdragon. These seeds will germinate best at soil temperatures between sixty and seventy degrees. A bit cooler is better than a bit warmer.


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