Bougainvillea are at home in warm climates like ours. Place near a fence of trellis and watch it soar. (Photo: Joseph Wellington)
July 9, 2022
Bring On The Heat and Plant These
What to plant when the mercury rises to an all-time high and the shaded areas seem unable to provide enough protection for your blooms? Blooms that are hardy, love the heat, and are not shy to show off glorious texture and colour, that’s what! Please note that while some thrive better in shade, others will simply wink in absolute delight.
Sunday Style Gardening shares some summer faves.
If summer means colour then the Begonia is a perfect fit. Not only are they low-maintenance, but are great in borders or mixed in containers. (Photo: JUSTIN HANCOCK)
The Dahlia’s strong stems make them excellent in arrangements and are a veritable showstopper when planted en masse. Extend their life when brought inside by placing freshly cut stems in hot water (160°F) and let the water cool to room temperature. (Photo: Jim Krantz)
There’s nothing quite as stately as the presence of the delphinium, also known as Larkspur, in your garden beds. They like the heat and, by cutting back the stems of the first bloom, you can often get a second showing from these perennials. (Photo: Nova-Photo-Graphik GmbH)
Hydrangeas are aptly labelled the ‘it’ flower of summer. Little surprise since it can tolerate sun/part shade and can be coaxed to bloom blue in more acidic soils or pink in more alkaline soils. (Photo: Joey Williamson)
