This time of year Zinnias are still going strong and right now I have bees, butterflies, moths and more surrounding this very popular spot in the garden.

Step 1: Filler
For these two bouquets I started with Basil and Gaura (a perennial).

Step 2: Dynamic Filler
Next I added a few more dynamic filler pieces of Celosia (both green and purple).

Step 3: Add Zinnias
Complete the look with Zinnias.

According to The Language of Flowers, Zinnias mean “Thoughts of absent friends.” Most people seem to love or hate Zinnias. How about you? They are definitely growing on me.