It’s hot….hot….hot outside and even though we’ve been enjoying afternoon showers, your garden may be suffering with blossoms looking frazzled and droopy. I’m featuring three different flowering plants today that are heat hearty and perfect for our climate. There is nothing that lifts the spirits more than a beautiful garden and these plants deliver!
Cosmos
Cosmos is one of my favorite summer flowers. They grow in a variety of colors and are definitely heat tolerant. You can easily plant them from seed and, with the rain we’ve been getting, they’ll be sprouting before you know it. The blossoms look a bit fragile, but they aren’t. These lovely flowers will create a “showy” garden. Plant the seeds so they will come up in thick clumps a couple of feet apart. They grow up to around 24″ and sometimes taller. Cosmos says summer to me, they also grow well in containers so your options are many!
Lantana
Lantana is another perfect summer flower. This particular color variety is called Anne Marie. I love the delicate pinks with the vibrant orange and yellow centers. These are very hearty plants. They do well whether we are having rain or not. In fact, Lantana can get out of hand at times, calling for aggressive trimming to keep it at bay. The many color choices available make these a great choice for summer gardens. I’ve even seen plants placed close enough together that they form a hedge…simply lovely when blooming!
The rich color of verbena is always a favorite. This plant spreads and makes a great border. It likes a mixture of shade and sun so consider that when planting. I love the lipstick red and hot pink, but I’m always going to bend toward the violet and lavender shades in my garden. I have to admit to loving the white verbena as well though. It gives a lacy effect that enhances any garden setting. This plant also does very well in containers, especially hanging baskets as it gently drapes over the top.
There you have it. You can find these plants at our local Ace Garden Center here on St. Simons Island. You’ll always find a wonderful variety of plants that are sure to tolerate our climate at this wonderful center. Add some color to your late summer garden, sit back and enjoy! Nothing feeds the soul like a beautiful garden!
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Marisa Franca @ All Our Way Says:
Those flowers are simply beautiful. Good choices and the colors are gorgeous.
