Annuals, with their blasts of color, are used for edging, mass of color, filling in spots between established shrubs, trees and evergreens and as groundcovers. Mixed containers are also in vogue and often blend annuals, perennials, ornamental grasses and even tropicals to take the urn, window box or decorative planter through the spring, summer, fall until frost.

Most annuals grow well with average soil moisture and partial or full sun, though some can take full shade, giving the home gardener more options for use in the landscape. Some of the bedding plants with orange blooms are native plants, which are more naturally insect resistant, salt tolerant and have natural disease resistance.

Orange flowering plants add a zest and warmth to the garden. The vibrant orange color can be enjoyed throughout the season and blends well with the other warm or hot colors; red, golden, yellow. Orange flowering annuals are also great at attracting butterflies and birds, particularly hummingbirds.

While the less well-known flowers can be fun to try and enjoy their differences, the most well-known annuals with orange blooms are: Begonias, Canna Lily, Geraniums, Impatiens, Lantana, Nasturtium, Pansy, Poppy, Snapdragons, and Zinnias.

One popular orange flowering annual is Mexican Sunflower. This orange flowering annual is not only one of the best flowers you can grow for attracting butterflies but it is also beautiful in cut flower arrangements.

Wallflowers are also popular orange flowering annuals. These fragrant, easy to grow annuals make great border plants for walks and driveways, and are also perfect for rock gardens. 

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