Variegated foliage steals as much attention as the flowers in this mix — cream and green mottled leaves hold their own even before the blooms arrive. Plant in poor to average soil and full sun for the best leaf color and longest flower show.

These grow fast and stay fairly tidy, making them a natural choice for containers or front-of-border spots where you want quick coverage without constant fussing. Deadhead spent flowers to keep them coming through fall.