Sowing at the end of July might seem late, but there are some flowers that bloom in a few weeks, perfect for giving color to the garden just when it seems to slow down.
There is no need to wait for next spring to see the first petals sprout: some summer flowers can also surprise those who think they are late. Just choose the right varieties, prepare the soil carefully and let yourself be guided by a pinch of patience (and amazement). A little trick to not make mistakes? Always keep a bag of quick growth seeds at hand. Sometimes it takes very little to give new life to the balcony or a corner of the garden. And you don’t need to be experts: just a container, a little land and some regular watering to start seeing the first sprouts.
Those who have a sunny window sill or a free corner in the garden can transform it in a few days into a living and colorful space. Even just the idea of sowing can light the imagination and awaken the desire to cultivate beauty, without infinite expectations.
Flowers to be sowing at the end of July: an unexpected surprise
When you think about sowing, it is natural to imagine spring as an ideal moment. Still, there are flowers that grow quickly And they don’t fear forwarded summer. Indeed, they take advantage of the heat to sprout quickly and blossom in a few weeks. Among the advantages of sowing at the end of July, there is also the lower competition with the most aggressive infesters, already weakened by the sun and high temperatures. In addition, the still long days allow the seedlings to enjoy many hours of light, an ideal condition for explosive growth.
Of course it is important to choose the most suitable varieties, those that promise quick and abundant blooms. But what are they?
Nasturzio: colorful and very fast
Among the most loved by those who love Last Minute gardening, the nastic It is a timeless classic. It grows quickly, it adapts easily and surprises for the liveliness of its colors. Perfect also for those with little experience, it is one of those flowers that give satisfaction in no time.
In less than 40 days from sowing it is already in bloom. That’s why it is worth trying it:
- The petals vary from yellow to intense red
- It adapts both in the sun and half shadow
- Does not require special care
- Leaves and flowers are edible and decorative in salads
Calendula: resistant and generous
If there is a flower that loves the heat and sprout with surprising ease, it is the calendula. In just 30 days you can see the first flowers, often of an intense orange, capable of turning on even the most extinguished corners.
Perfect both in pots and in the ground, it also has the fame of removing some parasites. It is not uncommon to find it in the synergistic gardens for this reason.
Zinnia: the queen of summer
Those looking for resistant flowers of great visual impact should try the Zinnia. Its growth is rapid, especially if sown in well -drained soil and enriched with light compost.
The dwarf varieties, ideal for late sowing, bloom after about 45 days and offer colors ranging from pink bright to ruby red. And the beauty is that the more they prune, the more they reforction.
Cosmea: light like a cloud
The cosmea It is one of those plants that surprise for their apparent delicacy. In reality it is robust, adaptable and capable of growing even in poor soils.
For those who have little timeit is ideal: once sown, he arranges himself. It blooms after about 40-50 days, with light corollas with pastel tones that oscillate in the wind. A real show.
Factia: beauty and utility
Last on the list, but not least, the facelia. Often used as a severted to enrich the soil, it also has a surprising flowering, with lilac inflorescences much loved by bees.
In less than 6 weeks it is already ready to blossom. Those who have a vegetable garden should also consider it for its attractive power towards pollinating insects.
Sowing in late July is an unusual, but surprisingly effective choice. It only serves a little confidence in nature and the desire to experiment with varieties that promise quick results.
The garden will thank with bright colors and continuous blooms until late autumn.
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