Annuals

Anemone

Q. I am looking for a colorful companion to some early-spring flowering bulbs. A friend suggested the low-growing anemone.

Q: My children and I want to plant a butterfly garden. Can you suggest flowers that will attract butterflies?

Q: How can I overwinter coleus plants so I don’t have to buy new ones each spring?

Q. What is the best way to take care of plants growing in containers?

Q. I added quite a few dahlias to my garden this year and they bloomed beautifully. Please advise on winter care.

Q: Please advise on watering techniques during a drought.

Q. I am fascinated by the use of flowers in preparing certain food dishes. Are there some basic guidelines to follow when choosing the flowers?

Q. Why doesn't my evening primrose bloom?

Q. I grow bronze fennel as an ornamental plant in my flower garden. How can I prevent the excessive self-seeding that occurs over the winter?

Q. I grow bronze fennel as an ornamental plant in my flower garden. How can I prevent the excessive self-seeding that occurs over the winter?

Q. What is the recommended procedure for overwintering annual geranium plants?