Annuals are great choices for cut flower gardens because they bloom prolifically and offer a wide variety of colors, shapes, and textures. Here are some popular annuals to consider for a vibrant, long-lasting cut flower garden. You can find all these annuals and more at Longfellow’s Greenhouses during the growing season. Looking for something specific? Please contact us for questions about availability as inventory changes throughout the season.
Amaranthus
Amaranthus features dramatic, cascading blooms adding unique texture and movement to bouquets, while its rich cherry red color makes a bold statement in garden beds. Amaranthus is also known for its excellent vase life, making it a standout choice for long-lasting displays.
Celosia
Celosia’s unique, velvety blooms add bold texture to floral arrangements and bring rich color to garden beds, attracting pollinators along the way. With a long vase life, Celosia is an excellent option for lasting, eye-catching displays.
Cleome
Also known as “Spiderflower”, Cleome is a striking addition to both gardens and bouquets. Its tall, spidery blooms draw butterflies to the garden and make a stunning focal point in floral arrangements.
Cosmos
With their delicate, daisy-like blooms, Cosmos bring a touch of elegance to floral arrangements. Cosmos are also prolific bloomers, providing plenty of fresh cuts throughout the season for vibrant, long-lasting displays.
Dahlia
Dahlias are a standout choice for cut flower gardens, offering vibrant blooms in a wide range of colors and forms. Their sturdy stems and impressive vase life make them perfect for stunning floral arrangements. Regular cutting encourages even more blooms, ensuring a continuous supply of fresh flowers throughout the season.
Lisianthus
Lisianthus is a wonderful choice for cut flower arrangements, known for its delicate, rose-like blooms and elegant appearance. With a long vase life, sturdy stems, and wide variety of color options, Lisianthus is a wonderful addition to any bouquet.
Snapdragon
Snapdragons offer tall spikes of vibrant blooms that add beautiful texture and height to cut flower gardens. Their sturdy stems and long-lasting flowers make them a great option for fresh displays. Regular cutting encourages even more blooms throughout the season.
Sunflower
Sunflowers are a classic favorite for cut flower arrangements, bringing bold color and cheerful charm to any bouquet. With their sturdy stems and long vase life, they make a great eye-catching choice. Regular harvesting encourages continuous blooming, ensuring a steady supply of fresh flowers all season long.
Stock
Stock is a popular cut flower, featuring tall, showy spikes of fragrant flowers. Blooms range from pink, purple, red, white, lavender, and yellow. These are a pollinator favorite and relatively low maintenance.
Sweet Pea
With their sweet scent and delicate blooms, Sweet Peas are a wonderful choice for cut flower arrangements. With regular cutting, sweet peas produce an abundance of blooms, providing a continuous supply of fresh flowers.
Zinnia
Zinnias feature bold colors and long-lasting blooms. Their sturdy stems and excellent vase life make them a favorite for fresh bouquets. Plus, regular cutting encourages even more blooms, ensuring a steady supply of cheerful flowers all season long.
