Mums come in a rich range of colors including white, yellow, orange, lavender, purple, red and bicolor. They're easy-to-grow and can be used in beds, borders and containers. They attract butterflies in the fall and make great cut flowers. 

Also known as rudbeckias, and coneflowers, they come in a range of shades, but there's one color combination they're best known for: cheerful yellow flowers with a dark black center. Blooming profusely through the first frost, they provide long-lasting color in your garden. 

This super tough, drought-resistant annual is adored for its unusual style and texture and comes in an array of vibrant colors. They're perfect for swapping out tired plants in summer containers, or integrating into beds and borders for seasonal interest