The summer season has finally arrived, bringing with it a vortex of energy, light and obviously a lot – even too much! – Sun. A real cure -all for those who love to spend time outdoors, but a problem for some of our plants and flowers, especially when temperatures become hot for a prolonged period.
How to choose the flower during the summer
This situation can undermine green lovers and those who love to devote themselves to the ability of balconies, terraces and gardens. To remedy continuous replacements of flowers, it is important to choose varieties capable of resisting strong irradiations without deploying or getting sick.
In fact, it is not enough to water the plants more frequently, indeed, the water given in the wrong way, for example on the leaves or in the hottest hours, can have harmful effects. The best solution is Buy the so -called summer flowersperfect for decorating and coloring windowsills, balconies and terraces in full sun.
A great summer classic is certainly the geranium. A flower that needs no introduction, famous for the flashy appearance, for prosperity and for natural resistance, both in direct and heat (not surprisingly is a plant originally from southern Africa).
A great classic, of course, that perhaps should be joined – if not replaced, because after a while you want to change – from other varieties of flowers, very valid alternatives that we will see in the next paragraphs.
Looking for 5 original alternatives
Do you want to indulge yourself in the preparation of wonderful summer flowers, which are resistant to light? Here is a series of suggestions.
Gazania
The original plant of southern Africa, Gazania loves the heat and direct sunlight. Ideal for those looking for warm -resistant pot flowers, this perennial plant is suitable to be inserted also in the flower beds.
To produce magnificent flowers it must be exposed to the full sun, in a well -drained soil, and must be watered in moderation. To prevent radical rot, it is important to avoid stagnation of water.
Petunia
If there is a plant that resists well to the direct sun exposure, this is Petunia. At the time of choice, some alternatives will be proposed that differ in color or by type of hybrid.
Among the many, we suggest you consider the Petunia Surfiniaone of the best known, excellent for cultivation in pots on terraces. The only flaw is the rather high water requirement. But to get the best, you know, you have to do some sacrifice.
Hibiscus
Of tropical origin, belonging to the family of EvilIbisco is perfect as an ornamental plant for its splendid funnel -shaped flowers and bright colors.
The plant bears the direct light of the sun well, but it needs daily watering, which keep the soil humid, avoiding water stagnation.
Lanana
As people who live close to parks and green areas know well, in summer a serious problem is made up of mosquitoes. Fortunately, nature comes to help us with some plants that keep these annoying insects away thanks to their intense perfume.
In addition to the lemongrass and geraniums, La Lantana is one of these: with a thousand bright colors, this plant of the family of Verbenaceae It constitutes a valid ally against the number one enemy of our summers.
Portlaca
Balconies and terraces also represent the ideal space to cultivate small vegetables, aromatic herbs and edible flowers. Among the varieties to consider there is the Portulaca, whose use in the kitchen has been certified since the time of the Middle Ages.
The raw leaves and sprouts are consumed, seasoned with a little oil, salt and lemon together with the salad. A true goodness that will be able to give an original flavor to our summer.
You therefore have all the information necessary to start embellishing your spaces outdoors and enjoying a wave of summer colors and perfumes.
Good cultivation and above all good summer!
