It was just another in a line of summers that tested the merit of many flowers for their staying ... bedding plants but they are also quite easy to grow from seeds sown in warm soil.

are native to North America and are known for their towering height and cheerful yellow blooms. These flowers thrive in full sun and well-drained soil, and they are remarkably easy to grow from seed.

WRAL contributor If you step into spring in North Carolina, you'll find the air buzzing with life and the delicate blooms of the North Carolina state flower ... dogwoods grow well in partially ...