Choosing What Flowers to Plant in Summer Time
What flowers to plant in the summer time? We are all interested in blooms and colors during the blooming season. Summer is the most vibrant season and is considered the flower wedding season. Sweet pea, hydrangea, mums, dahlias, and California bluebells are just a few examples of some of the more popular flowers used in summer flower gardens. They are popular because of their colors and beauty. I will provide some suggestions for your summer-flowering garden, and as always you can contact us at
Viburnum, or "Viburnum multiflorum" is a Viburnum hybrid. Viburnum is a tall perennial that provides bright color throughout the season. Viburnum is a bulbous plant that blooms in the fall with deep red and orange flowers. This plant is great for full sun but can tolerate some shade as well.
Shasta daisy is a hardy perennial that produces pink blooms. These flowers grow well on many kinds of soils. They are drought tolerant and thrive in partial shade to full sun throughout the season. They don't need to be planted from seed. This beautiful perennial has medium foliage and a short, graceful shape.
Prunella vulgaris also known as plumeria is a shrub that grows well-drained soil. It is a trim perennial and produces yellow flowers. It's a good choice for areas where you don't need a lot of maintenance. This medium-size plant requires full sun but prefers partial shade throughout the year. It is one of the more popular perennials used in landscaping.
Coreopsis 'Rising Star' is a fast-growing annual. It's a member of the fern family. It blooms in May and June with multiple, large blooms. This beautiful perennial is ideal for sunny areas in your yard as it blooms in just a few weeks during the late part of May until the first frosts appear in October. You will find this flowering plant is quite susceptible to frost so keep that in mind when planting.
Flowers grown in summer are known as Texas summer-flowering plants because they do best in full sun. They're considered true Texas summer flowering plants. Some common summer plants include honeysuckle, buttercups, bluebells, buckeye, crocus, zinnertree, and many more.
For those who prefer to do things organically, there's another choice for you. You can grow your own herbs, including Rosemary, chives, mint, thyme, sage, and oregano. There are numerous books you can read about how to grow these and other herbs at home.
Satin Pink, or "Satin Cloud," is a perennial blooming variety that's perfect for container gardens, and is a good choice for those who like to plant flowers that are a bit lower maintenance. They're available in many varieties, including white, purple, and pink. They're extremely hardy and will tolerate most soils, including rock salts, sand, limestone, clay, and rock. Their flowers open in the late spring and bloom for two weeks before closing up again, This is a perennial with a one-year bloom.