Begonias are also great for window boxes and hanging baskets, creating a cascade of color that lasts all summer long. Impatiens are shade-loving annuals that bloom from late spring to the first frost.

reminiscent of the cool colors of spring-blooming peonies. Begonias are easy-care annuals, needing a good rich soil and regular water. The waxy green leaves stay fresh and vibrant all summer, but ...