Summer is knocking on the door already, and so many plants are ready to grow in this season. There are so many gorgeous flowering plants that love to thrive in the summer heat. So, if you are wondering what plants you can grow in the sweltering summer heat to make your house and garden picture perfect, here are a few ideas for gorgeous plants you may grow in your garden.
- Cosmos: There is nothing better than having wildflowers that bloom throughout the year. Cosmos are a kind of wildflowers that can be grown in any season. This colorful plant has a daisy-like appearance, and can be found in many different colors as well. The romantic blooms of this flower will attract bees and butterflies in your garden. And the best thing is, cosmos are very low-maintenance flowering plants.
- Dahlia: Dahlia, Mexico’s national flower, is an absolute choice when discussing the ideal summering plants. This flower plant can thrive in the scorching summer heat, but cannot grow well in the extreme cold. Dahlias produce simple leaves but bushy flowers. This plant comes in a wide range of hues, such as purple, yellow, red and white.
- Hibiscus: Everyone knows about this classic plant. Hibiscus plant is one of the few plants that has been used since the ancient period for some educational purposes. They are also widely used to decorate homes for puja because of their vibrant blossoms. Summer-time is the best time to grow hibiscus, and they can flourish in extreme low-maintenance environments.
- Lavender: Who does not love lavender fragrance? Lavender is such a herb which is ideal for late spring and summer. These plants have a very soothing fragrance that will calm your mind, and also attract pollinators and butterflies. They have purple colored blooms and there are many varieties of lavender blooms as well. They just need a lot of sunlight and good drainage soil to thrive.
- Canna lilies: Canna lilies are also very gorgeous looking summer bulbs that produce beautiful colored blooms. They are an ideal option to have in your summer garden. There are many types of canna lilies available, orange, red, yellow and pink. Just make sure the soil is well moist and the plant is getting enough sunlight.
All these flowering plants thrive well in the summer season, you just need to water them regularly and make sure they are getting enough sunlight. If you are a plant lover, you would not regret growing these beauties in this summer season.