The sunglasses are the perfect choice for those who want a more orderly garden, with fewer weeds and an extra touch of color. These varieties not only cover the soil in a dense way, but also give spectacular blooms.
Sometimes it is thought that hours and hours are needed to keep the garden in order. But will it really be so? The truth is that, with the right plants, much more can be obtained with much less. The upholsters for example, for example, are small vegetable wonders that fill the empty spaces, prevent the weeds from taking over and, as if that were not enough, they also bring a color waterfall where before there was only naked land.
It often happens to see a hunted flowerbed turns in a few weeks into a cloud of greenery and flowers, and the beauty is that there is no need to be expert gardeners. If then are you wrong plant? No drama, many move easily, almost were born to experiment. So why not find out which varieties do the sun holds up better and how can they turn the entire garden?
More color, less effort: the advantages of the upholstery plants
Those who have had the good fortune to try them know: the upholsters change everything. And no, it’s not a way of saying. They do not limit themselves to “filling holes”, but create a live carpet that takes care of the soil almost alone. There are those who use them to cover escarpments, who to replace the classic lawn (which, between cuts and irrigation, require time and patience). And the beauty? They work. There is often talk of fighting weeds, but here we play in advance: the upholsters cover the ground so well that they do not leave room for unwanted guests. And then, with some varieties, the flowering lasts months and transforms the garden into a small daily show. Not bad for plants that, after all, ask little and give a lot.
Another thing to keep an eye on is the fact that they retain humidity, making the ground more stable and less thirsty. And it is not a short detail, especially in summer. They are even found in gardens built on difficult soils, including slopes. In short, they adapt where the grass surrenders.
The best sunging plants: here’s which to choose
Each green corner has its soul, but some plants seem made on purpose to get by everywhere. The key? Choose those who don’t fear the sun and maybe, on the contrary, they seek it. Of course, the type of soil matters, as well as the humidity and atmosphere you want to create: ordered, wild, fragrant?
There are plants that look like soft green cushions and others that spread like colored waves. Sometimes, the makeup lies precisely in alternating different varieties, creating contrasts of form and color that strike at first glance.
Some species are so generous that, once put in place, they seem to take possession of the ground naturally. Others instead grow more slowly, but they do it with a silent grace. And then it must be said that choosing the right matches is also a question of taste, of emotion, of that “glance” that makes you fall in love.
Here then is a selection of clashes ideal for the areas most exposed to the sun:
- Sedum: practically indestructible, loves the sun and tolerates drought well.
- Erigero’s Karvinskianus: a cloud of light flowers, similar to small daisies, which open from spring to late summer.
- Verbena: quick growth, intense color, perfect for those who want a WOW effect with little maintenance.
- Timo Serpillo: very fragrant and resistant, insinuates itself between the stones and creates very decorative green spots.
- AJUGA REPANTS: Some varieties hold the sun well and bring unexpected blue and purple.
- Portlaca: bright colors and vitality to sell, perfect for a bold and cheerful touch.
Many of these are easily found in nurseries, do not cost madness and, with a minimum of care, they make their duty. Sometimes two or three tufts are planted and you find yourself, in a short time, with a lively expanse and pulsating leaves and flowers.
A practical touch for modern gardens
With the life that runs fast, who really has time to stay behind the garden every weekend? Still, the idea of having a well -kept green space continues to seduce. Here the matches come into play: practices, beautiful, and almost autonomous.
There are also those who combine them with a spontaneous style garden, the one where everything seems to grow by themselves, but in reality every choice is studied. And then there is an aspect not to be overlooked: many of these plants attract butterflies, bees and other useful insects. A small oasis that is also good for the environment.
For those who want to renew a flowerbed or are planning a new green corner, focusing on these species can be a smart move. They don’t make noise, they don’t demand too much, but they work hard. And the result can be seen.
Maybe there is that point in the garden where nothing grows, or where the grass is drying continuously. Who knows, maybe the solution is right there, under the nose.
Just choose the right plant and let it do its magic.
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