What plants can you grow in pots in the summer?
Suitable plants whatever the style or situation, there are summer container plants to suit; focal point:argyranthemum (marguerite) grown as standards, dahlia, fuchsia, lantana, lavender, phormium and salvia. They are great for adding colour and texture each summer. Some of the best varieties for growing in containers are achillea, agapanthus, allium, aquilegia, aster, astrantia, bergenia, bellflowers, crocosmia, echinacea, geraniums and daylilies.There are even herbaceous perennials that will look great in containers in autumn and winter – either from their foliage or their autumnal flowers. Go for the following: Heuchera, Hylotelephium (sedums), Japanese anemones, Liriope muscari, Persicaria (red bistort) and Symphyotrichum (asters, Michaelmas daisies).
What is the best plant for a hot sunny porch?
What is the best plant for a hot sunny porch? Include plants that will thrive in heat and sun, with long-lasting flowers or colorful foliage. These include petunias, coneflower, hibiscus, verbena and angelonia. Plants that do well on a sunny balcony include daisy, Agapanthus, jasmine, Campanula, Yucca, banana plant, lemon tree, Spanish daisy, nasturtium, olive tree, geranium, petunia, lobelia and herbs such as sage, oregano, rosemary and thyme.
What plants grow well in direct sunlight on porch?
Tradescantia zebrina, Tradescantia pallida, lemonball sedum, butterfly bush, hidden ginger, star jasmine, Bougainvillea, oleander, most herbs like mint, chives, lavender, and mandevilla, Easter lillies all thrive on my full sun patio. Select from an extensive offering of annual flowers that thrive in full sun. Sunflowers, petunias, zinnias, marigolds, and more.
What potted plant is best for extreme heat?
Geraniums: Geraniums are more tolerant of the heat than many other plant species. They also grow well in containers of all sizes and materials, including wood, clay, and plastic pots. You’ll want to water them often to keep them healthy, but be careful not to overwater them, as excessively wet soil can cause rot. Geranium A popular bedding plant and for good reason! These sturdy, sun-loving plants are well-suited to hot, dry conditions and flower right through to August.