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Answer:
Flowers are the reproductive parts of flowering plants. A flower is a special part of the plant. Flowers are also called the bloom or blossom of a plant. Flowers have petals. Inside the part of the flower that has petals are the parts which produce pollen and seeds.
In all plants, a flower is usually its most colourfulpart. We say the plant 'flowers', 'is flowering' or 'is in flower' when this colourful part begins to grow bigger and open out. There are many different kinds of flowers in different areas in the world. Even in the coldest places, for example the Arctic, flowers can grow during a few months.
Flowers may grow separately on the plant, or they may grow together in an inflorescence.
Explanation:
Aconites are one of the first bulb flowers to bloom in the spring and are known for their cheerful yellow color. Plant Aconites in a large group together and you'll be able to smell their sweet, honey-like fragrance.
Sun Needs
Partial Shade
Soil Needs
Well-drained
Zones
4 - 9
Height
0.25 - 0.5 feet
Blooms in
Early Spring
Features
Deer resistant
Ageratum
Also known as Flossflower, Ageratums come in blue, pink and white blooms. The taller varieties are best for cutting and displaying in your home, while the dwarf bedding varieties are best kept in the garden.
Sun Needs
Full Sun / Partial Shade
Soil Needs
Well-drained
Zones
5 - 9
Height
0.5 - 2 feet
Blooms in
Mid‑Summer - Mid‑Fall
Features
Good for cut flowers
Allium
There are five varieties of the Allium, known primarily for their tall stems and large, spherical heads. Blooms are typically violet, but blue and pink varieties can also be found.
Sun Needs
Full Sun
Soil Needs
Well-drained
Zones
3 - 10
Height
1 - 6 feet
Blooms in
Late Spring - Mid‑Summer
Features
Good for cut flowers
Anemone
The Anemone includes 120 species of flowers, but the most common types found in North America come in white, pink or violet hues. The Anemone is dainty and doesn't grow well during summer droughts, overly wet winters or high winds.
Sun Needs
Full Sun / Partial Shade
Soil Needs
Well-drained, High fertility
Zones
3 - 9
Height
2.5 - 5 feet
Blooms in
Mid Spring - Mid‑Fall
Features
Deer resistant
Angelica
Commonly found in tea and herbal remedies, the stem of the Angelica can even be made into candy. With over 50 species, the Angelica is also good for bees and other pollinators. Known for their large starburst flowers, it comes in white or green.
Sun Needs
Partial Shade / Full Shade
Soil Needs
Well-drained, High fertility
Zones
4 - 9
Height
3 - 6 feet
Blooms in
Summer
Features
Deer resistant
Angelonia
Especially good for container gardening, the Angelonia will keep blooming all summer even if old flowers are removed. Once tall enough to cut, bring them inside and you'll notice a light scent that some say is reminiscent of apples.
Sun Needs
Full Sun
Soil Needs
Damp
Zones
9 - 11
Height
2 - 3 feet
Blooms in
Mid‑Summer - Mid‑Fall
Features
Tolerates heat
Artemisia
For those seeking a drought tolerant plant that doesn't make your yard look like a dessert, the Artemisia is for you. Tolerating low amounts of water, you can create a diverse xeriscape with this silvery flower.
Sun Needs
Full Sun
Soil Needs
Well-drained
Zones
6 - 8
Height
2 - 3 feet
Blooms in
Late Summer
Features
Non-invasive
Aster
Named after the Latin word for "star," Asters will brighten up any garden. It attracts butterflies and comes in a variety of colors including blue, indigo, violet, white, red and pink. Unlike other colorful flowers, Asters will typically stay in bloom into cooler fall months.
Sun Needs
Full Sun / Partial Shade
Soil Needs
Well-drained
Zones
4 - 8
Height
0.25 - 4 feet
Blooms in
Late Spring - Early Fall
Features
Good for cut flowers
Astilbe
Astilbes are deceptively delicate with their long, fern-like flowers. These flowers can actually withstand damp soil and shade, while still growing between one to six feet tall. Perfect to add for a pop of color to a garden that typically gets little sunlight.
Sun Needs
Full Sun / Partial Shade
Soil Needs
Well-drained, High fertility
Zones
4 - 9
Height
1.5 - 6 feet
Blooms in
Late Spring - Early Fall
Features
Good for cut flowers
Aubrieta
Named after Claude Aubriet, a French artist who famously painted them, Aubrietas spread low with small violet, pink or white flowers. If you're creating a rock garden, Aubrietas are ideal as it prefers sandy, well-drained soil.
Sun Needs
Full Sun
Soil Needs
Well-drained, High fertility
Zones
4 - 9
Height
0.5 - 0.75 feet
Blooms in
Mid-Spring - Early Summer
Features
Non-invasive
Azalea
Often referred to as "the royalty of the garden," these elegant flowers are known for their outstanding colors and foliage. With thousands of varieties to choose from, Azaleas require little maintenance once planted and can be brought inside to make a fabulous bouquet.
Sun Needs
Partial Shade
Soil Needs
Well-drained
Zones
3 - 6
Height
3 - 4 feet
Blooms in
Spring
Features
Good for cut flowers
Balloon Flower
Balloon flowers start as hollow buds and, as it grows, eventually bursts open into a star-shaped flower. In addition to its beauty, Balloon flowers are resilient in the garden and can handle varying sunlight, water and soil.
Sun Needs
Full Sun / Partial Shade
Soil Needs
Well-drained
Zones
4 - 9
Height
2.5 - 3.5 feet
Blooms in
Summer
Features
Deer resistant