BUSTED!
5
MYTHS
ABOUT
ANNUALS
THE TRUTH ABOUT ANNUALS
Flowering, non-woody plants that germinate, flower, set
seed, and die within a growing season are called annuals.
Here we debunk some common myths about these lively
landscape blooms.
ANNUALS ARE A
BUDGET BUSTER.
Annuals are the fastest way
to amp up the landscape with a pop
of eye-catching color. The key to
making them a smarter investment?
Placement. Judiciously planted
annuals have the most impact in high-
visibility areas like entryways. Studies
show that well-appointed landscapes
attract more shoppers and diners,
too. So even though annual color
does require allocation in the budget,
it's a revenue-generator, too.
ANNUALS ARE TOO
SHORT-LIVED.
While it is true that annuals
planted in the spring inevitably die
in the fall when exposed to frost or
extreme cold, the impact they make
during those 3 to 4 months
is undeniable.
THERE'S NEVER A
GOOD TIME OR PLACE
TO PLANT THEM.
Annuals are best planted right after
the last frost, but they can be planted
well into spring or until the hot, high-
temp weather hits. As for where to
plant, Shawn Fitzgerald, a landscape
horticulturist with The Davey Institute,
says the best displays are seen at 55
mph. That means big blocks of bold
color, along with raised planters at
high visibility exit and entry points.
ANNUALS REQUIRE
TOO MUCH
MAINTENANCE.
Davey can customize a maintenance
plan for almost any budget. Some
annuals require deadheading; others
require daily or weekly watering.
The key is choosing the right type of
annual for your location.
ANNUALS DON'T
'DO' ANYTHING.
Now that's a myth if we
ever heard one! Besides helping fill
in bare spots for a lush, mature look,
annuals add texture, variety and
color to make your property more
memorable to customers, tenants
and visitors.
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WHICH PLANTS TO PLANT?
When it comes to spring annuals, should you stick with the tried-and-true
or try something new? It's really up to you, but here are some of the most
popular, longer-lasting, budget-friendly blooms in the bunch.
PANSIES GERANIUMS MARIGOLDS IMPATIENS PETUNIAS BEGONIAS
