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Which flowers should I grow to be in bloom in June?

Tue, 2010-03-09 10:23 — countrygirl
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It is our 25th wedding anniversary in June and I am planning a garden party for family and friends.  We had an extension built last year so the garden is a blank canvas.  Which flowers should I plant so my garden looks at its best in June.  I like strong colours and have bought some dahlias for later on in the season.

Thanks in advance for any replies.

 Well, that sounds like a

Tue, 2010-03-09 12:44 — sarahabnett
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 Well, that sounds like a good place to be! I don't think cut flowers are vastly different from growing veg.

Also all the summer bulbs might be good to give you a bit of backbone and guaranteed drama.

The sarahraven summer brochure is really inspiring, a good place to start looking?

have fun planning!

 

Thanks Sarah, I'm not sure

Tue, 2010-03-09 11:32 — countrygirl
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Thanks Sarah, I'm not sure where to start! I'm fairly experienced at growing veg but a bit of a novice when it comes to flowers.

Thanks for your help.

 Cosmos, Calendula, Sweet

Tue, 2010-03-09 10:37 — sarahabnett
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 Cosmos, Calendula, Sweet Peas, Nicotiana, Nigella, Scabious, Corn Poppies, Zinnias .... 

I'm sure there are tons more!