How to Create a Stunning Summer Garden
Ready to add some color to your summer garden? My friends & I are spilling the dirt on our favorite flowers for summer planting!
It is almost Summertime! Thyme to get out into the garden and fill your outdoor living area with beautiful blooming plants! Whether you’ve been gardening for years or are just getting started, creating a stunning summer garden can be a rewarding experience. Today, I am sharing information about my favorite flowers for summer planting.
But where do you start? With so many beautiful flowers to choose from, it is easy to get overwhelmed! I am here to help you get started! From learning how to choose the best flowers for your area to adding interest to your outdoor space, I’ve curated a list of resources to help you create the garden of your dreams!
Pull up a chair, pour yourself a glass of herbal infused tea and let’s start down the garden path!
A Few Things to Consider Before Grabbing your Trowel
Be ” In Your Zone”
Care of Flowers for Summer Planting
Another important factor is soil quality. Before planting directly into the ground, test your soil to determine its pH level and nutrient content. Most flowers prefer soil that is slightly acidic with a pH level between 6.0 and 7.0. If your soil is lacking in nutrients, consider adding organic matter such as compost or fertilizer to improve its quality. If you are going to be planting in containers, use a good quality potting mix.
Watering is also a crucial factor in the growth of your flowers. During the summer, it’s important to water your plants regularly, especially during periods of drought. Be sure to water your plants deeply, so the water reaches the roots, and avoid watering the leaves, as this can lead to fungal growth.
How Much Time & Space Do You Have?
Spillin’ The Dirt about Flowers for Summer Planting
Now that you know how to plant and care for your flowers, let’s take a look at some of the best flowers for summer planting as well as ways to add interest to your garden.
Summer is the perfect thyme to add some vibrant colors to Garden antiques and tools can be incorporated into your garden landscape to add interest. The use of topiaries and trellises can also add focal points to your outdoor area. With summer just around the corner, I am sharing my favorite garden bedding plant ideas today! Bedding plants are a easy way to create a colorful garden in almost no thyme! Are you looking for an annual plant that is easy to care for and will provide a jolt of color to your outdoor area? Look no further than petunias! Dwarf Morning Glory Plants are easy to grow and require little maintenance. They're also great for adding color to your garden or patio. They have quickly become one of my "go to" plants! I love the bright blue flowers and the wispy stems! I'd love to share my tips on how to grow dwarf morning glory! Whether you call them patio pots, porch planters or combo pots, your outdoor planters are probably ready to be refreshed for the Summer season. A dessert garden is quite similar to a tea, culinary or a fragrance garden. Many of the same herbs that you would use to make teas or grow to add to your cooking can turn ordinary desserts into delicious taste treats! I love to work vintage and antique items into my displays, even in my garden! Antique garden tools & accessories are the perfect item to help add interest! Both inside your home and outside in the landscape! Planting flowers in your garden will add to your yard’s beauty and your home’s curb appeal. Learn how to plant a flower garden for beginners in this post from my friend, Kippi. Sometimes, nature will surprise you! My dear friend, Leslie shares the story of the self sedding zinnia! When creating a small flower bed space it is important to plan so the space does not become over crowded and you are able to maintain the structure of it. My sweet friend, Sonya shares her tips and tricks in this post. Container gardens are a great way to add greenery and color to small spaces, balconies, patios, and even indoor areas. In this beginner’s guide, Mariel explores the basics of creating beautiful and sustainable container gardens for your home. Let’s dive into How to Create Stunning Container Gardens for Your Home! Do you love the beauty of dahlia flowers but wish you could enjoy their blooms year after year? Well now you can with this step by step tutorial on how to save dahlia bulbs for next year. It’s easy to make a rolling plant caddy using scrap wood, or just a few pieces from a local lumber store. Many big box stores will even cut your lumber for you. Make these to fit the size and weight of your pots. This one is heavy duty. Rosemary shares all the details in this post!Tips for Creating A Stunning Summer Flower Garden
your garden with beautiful flowers. However, not all flowers are suited for the
hot and humid weather. Here are some expert tips on the best flowers to plant
in the summer to ensure they thrive and bring beauty to your outdoor space.
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I just wanted to thank you for all the helpful tips and information. I’m late starting my landscaping and gardens this year so this is so helpful.
Thank you , KIm! So glad you found some inspiration! Happy gardening!
You have so many great ideas, fantastic gardening inspo! I love your use of different colors and flower varieties together.
Thank you so much, Jill! I love how easy most of these flowers are to care for!
What a great post! There is so much information to get a garden going! Thanks for including my container garden post 🙂
You are so welcome, Marie! I loved how you designed your container garden!