1. Our conversation slows and we go into the patio where zinnias, roses and vines abound.

2. If you want to focus on Attracting Monarch butterflies, try planting milkweed, zinnias, and miss molly bush

3. The Chrysanthemum is a member of the Asteraceae (Compositae) family, related to dahlias, sunflowers, marigolds, zinnias, and cosmos. Each bloom is …

4. Buddleias, marigolds, zinnias, annual salvias, and verbenas are a few plants that are especially receptive to deadheading and will continue blooming late in the season

5. Aphid trap plants: Zinnias, dahlias, cosmos, asters, mustard and nasturtium ; What about Aphids on roses? Aphids love roses and can mount a major attack quickly, so keep a close eye on your rose bushes