Annuals for Full Sun: Bright Blooms That Thrive in Sunshine

sun annuals celosia, marigolds, snapdragons, petunias, zinniasfull sun iconIf your garden or patio basks in at least six hours of direct sunlight daily, you’ll need sun-loving annuals that can handle the heat while putting on a dazzling floral display. Whether you’re looking for vibrant bedding plants, striking container thrillers, or blooms perfect for cutting gardens, these full-sun annuals will keep your landscape bursting with color all season long.

From the fiery hues of Celosia and Marigolds to the cheerful faces of Sunflowers and Zinnias, these annuals thrive in sunny conditions, attracting pollinators and adding seasonal charm. Explore the best options for your garden and enjoy a sun-kissed floral paradise!

celosia annuals multiple colors

Celosia

  • Growing Habit: Upright; great for flower beds and containers (thriller)
  • Colors: Red, orange, yellow, pink, purple
marigolds annuals

Marigolds

  • Growing Habit: Upright; great for flower beds, borders, and containers
  • Colors: Yellow, orange, red, bicolor
  • Attract: bees and butterflies
purple chrysanthemums annuals

Mums (Chrysanthemums)

  • Growing Habit: Bushy; best for flower beds, containers, and seasonal décor
  • Colors: Yellow, orange, red, purple, pink, white
red and orange petunias annuals

Petunias

  • Growing Habit: Mounding to trailing; great for hanging baskets, containers, and flower beds
  • Colors: White, pink, red, purple, blue, yellow
  • Attract: hummingbirds and some butterflies
pink, purple, and white snapdragons annuals

Snapdragons

  • Growing Habit: Upright; great thriller for containers and flower beds
  • Colors: White, pink, red, yellow, orange, purple
  • Attract: bumblebees and hummingbirds
sunflowers annuals

Sunflowers

  • Growing Habit: Tall, upright; great for flower beds and cutting gardens
  • Colors: Yellow, orange, red, bicolor
  • Attract: bees, butterflies, and birds (for seeds)
zinnias annuals assorted colors

Zinnias

  • Growing Habit: Upright; ideal for flower beds, borders, and cutting gardens
  • Colors: Wide range including red, pink, yellow, orange, white, purple
  • Attract: butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds

Find the perfect sun-loving annuals at SummerWinds Nursery! Whether you're designing a show-stopping flower bed or adding bursts of color to your patio, we have the healthiest, most vibrant selections ready for your garden. Visit us today and bring home the beauty of full-sun blooms!

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