It’s not too late to liven up your garden with bright and colorful blooms.

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Bright, colorful flowers are one of the best things that summer has to offer.

The plants typically bloom for two to three months, around August through October.

coneflower

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These Dr. Seuss-like flowers can still be planted in June for blooms that will last from mid-summer through fall.

Coneflower

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Coneflower is a popular perennialwildflowerwith a daisy-like appearance.

zinnia

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hibiscus

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marigolds

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mandevilla

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pincushion flower

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Globe Thistle

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