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Ipomoea tricolor ‘Heavenly Blue’

We give this one two thumbs up for its must-see-to-believe flower color. A photo cannot do justice to the beauty of Heavenly Blue. A showy climber with 4–5 inch sky blue flowers shading to creamy white throats. Plants climb to 15 feet and are one of the best annual vines we’ve seen. Flowers open in the morning and fade in the afternoon. (Territorial Seed)

Resina calendula
Bright yellow, daisy-like blooms will catch your eye, and the exceptionally resin-rich petals of 'Resina' will delight herbalists. Calendula is very frost tolerant and may even be seen blooming in snow! Calendula petals have been used for medicinal purposes for hundreds of years and are also edible. Mix into egg dishes, casseroles, baked goods, salads, or sandwiches. (Botanical Interests)

Nasturtium ‘Tip Top Alaska’
Tropaeolum minus An absolute standout in our trials. A riot of color against light green variegated foliage. Compact 8 inch plants with old-fashioned single flowers create a dazzling display of color from yellow to orange to deep red. By providing adequate water and clipping seed heads, your nasturtiums will reward you with a profusion of blooms from July to fall’s first frost. The flowers make a lightly spicy edible garnish too!  (Territorial Seed)

Benary's Giant Mix
The premium zinnia.

Recommended by the Association of Specialty Cut Flower Growers. Vigorous all-season producers hold up well in summer rain and heat all over the country. Densely petaled blooms are up to 6" across. Long-lasting standouts in bouquets. Cut-and-come-again flower, yielding multiple cuts over the season. Colors include deep red, orange, carmine rose, coral, lime, wine, purple, bright pink, white, salmon rose, scarlet, and golden yellow. (Johnny’s Selected Seeds)