Summer is here and this means long, hot days and bright, cheery flower gardens, but if you waited too long to start, no need to worry, there are still flowers you can plant that will withstand the heat and bloom during this time of year. Checkout our list of the best flowers to plant during the summer and get that colorful garden.
Marigold
Marigolds are a must for your summer garden. It’s hard to find a flower that’s more cheerful than the classic Marigold. Available in bright, warm yellows and oranges. These flowers require lots of sunshine and very little maintenance.
Type: Annual
Black-eyed Susan
The black-eyed Susan are tough, golden wild flowers thrive in the sunshine. They also make great cut flowers and will make place in any bouquet.
Type: Annual/Perennial
Aster
Aster flowers are usually in a rich purple or lavender color, but don’t be too surprised to see pink and white flowers as well. This beautiful flower can withstand the heat, and adds a soft touch to any garden. You will enjoy these flowers from spring through fall.
Type: Perennial
Lantana
Lantana are low-maintenance flowers come in different variety of colors, including red, yellow, orange, pink, and purple. They’ll bloom all season long and will make your garden beautiful.
Type: Annual/Perennial
Blanket Flower
These are long-blooming flowers consist of red petals touched with yellow which makes it easy to see. Adding them to your garden will be a very wise decision to make and you’ll have a great option for both summer themed containers and bouquets.
Type: Perennial
Verbena
This spreading flower comes in several colors and is ideal for spaces where you want to create a cascading appearance. Plant them in flower boxes, pots, and on retaining walls to get countless clusters of these beauties all season long.
Type: Annual/Perennial
Zinnia
Zinnias are a cheap way to add some stunning color to your garden in just a little time. These do best in full sunshine and attract butterflies.
Type: Annual
Hibiscus
The hibiscus is a classic flower that can grow very large. They bring a tropical look to your yard. This plant will require space and plenty of water.
Type: Perennial
This is a summer favorite pom-pom like flowers in purple, red, and white and thrive all the way into late fall. This plant is not very demanding and will do well in almost any kind of soils and moisture levels, so go ahead and let it work it’s magic.
Type: Annual
This attractive flower grows incredibly fast and will attract birds and butterflies to your garden. The coneflower also spreads easily so you’ll want to give it some space to grow. Once you do, you won’t regret it
Type: Perennial
We hope this list provides you some inspiration to add some liveliness to your summer garden this year. Enjoy gardening!
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