Purple Heart or Purple Queen (Tradescantia pallida)

Zydeco Deep Yellow Zinnia (Zinnia elegans)

Plants will do well in full sun or shade. Leave outside for the summer (unless there’s a frost advisory) but bring indoors before the first frost in September.  Both plants attract butterflies; both plants are native to North America. Water well and often.  If a stem breaks off the Purple Heart, just put in in water and it will grow roots--another plant! Call or email the Garden Helpline if you have questions--it’s free!