Armstrong Garden Centers Annual Color Bowl

Full sun means the bowl needs at least six to eight hours of direct, unfiltered sunlight each day to bloom properly. If placed in a shaded area, the plants will likely become leggy and produce fewer flowers.

Because these are container-grown plants in full sun, they will dry out faster than plants in the ground. Check the soil daily by sticking your finger an inch deep; if it feels dry, it is time to water until you see moisture draining from the bottom.

The color mix is curated based on the current season or upcoming holiday, so the specific flower varieties and colors will vary. Each bowl is hand-selected to ensure a vibrant, complementary look at the time of your purchase.

While the bowl arrives ready to display, annuals are heavy feeders. Using a liquid starter fertilizer or a slow-release granular feed according to the package instructions will help maintain vigorous growth and continuous blooming throughout the season.

As annuals, these plants complete their life cycle in one season. Once they stop blooming or decline, you can compost the plants and reuse the 14-inch container for your next seasonal planting project.