Cool Colorful Plants

These versatile annuals have exploded in popularity in recent years producing months of color from summer into fall. Take a look at some winners for your garden.

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Hide CaptionShow Caption'Fusion Peach Frost' impatiens

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By Janet Loughrey, special to HGTV.com

Impatients Fusion 'Peach Frost'. There are few annuals that give you more bang for your buck than Fusion impatients. Uniquely shaped flowers bloom nonstop all summer until frost on vigorous plants that reach 10 to 16 inches tall and wide. 'Peach Frost' is the first in the series to have variegated foliage, a striking backdrop to the soft coral-peach flowers. Heat tolerant; needs no deadheading. Protect from hot afternoon sun. Great in containers, hanging baskets or beds. Simply Beautiful.