When spring is in the air, theres nothing quite like seeing agarden exploding in seasonal color.
Justin Hancock is a horticulturist for Miami, Florida-basedCosta Farms.
Hancock says it performs well even in frost, which makes it a great choice for early spring color.
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The compact size (about 8 inches) makes it ideal for tucking in just about anywhere.
How to Care for Spring Annuals
The proper care for your annuals will depend on the variety.
Then theres the matter of temperature.
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Hancock says many spring annuals come from cooler locales and thus cant stand up to summer heat.
Conversely, annuals that grow well in tropical areas might not thrive until the temperature reaches at least 70F.
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