Under the scorching sun, creating an anti-aafa oven with plants that resist without selling is not a dream: just choose the right varieties to have an always lush green corner.
When temperatures splash up and the ground dry out in a moment, many plants give way. Still, there are species selected for theirs resistance to the sun And to the drought that not only survive, but manage to maintain splendid flowers and leaves throughout the summer, almost challenging the heat. There is not only talk of cactus or fatty plants: there are colorful shrubs and perennials capable of transforming a flowerbed into an explosion of life even in the most torrid days of July and August, when everything around seems to slow down.
To obtain the maximum scenic effect, it is better to combine these plants with a well -drained soil, enriched if it serves with sand or fine gravel, and a light mulch capable of retaining humidity longer and protecting the roots. And if you play with the arrangement of blooms at different heights and shades, you can get a glance worthy of a Mediterranean garden, of those who admire in magazines.
Lavender: the perfume that does not fear the summer heat in the flowerbed
Lavender is the queen of full sunglasses. Not only resists intense hot weeks, but also gives that unmistakable perfume which envelops every passerby. His purple ears attract bees and butterflies, making the flower bed alive and moving.
It adapts to poor and stony soils, which means less maintenance. A light pruning is enough after flowering to keep it compact and ready for the following season. It is interesting to note that, once well rooted, lavender can resist even without frequent irrigation, perfect for those who do not want to spend the summer with the water tube in hand.
Prostrate rosmarino: green and aroma all year round
Prostrate rosemary unites Extreme resistance to the sun to an elegant evergreen appearance. It grows compactly and tends to fall back, perfect for borders and walls. In the hot months it develops small blue flowers that contrast with the intense green of the leaves.
Among its strong points:
- It does not fear long periods without rain.
- It requires very few care, if not a cut of form.
- It can also be used in the kitchen, giving a double advantage.
In a flowerbed, it combines well with warm colored plants such as Lantane or Gaillardia, creating a fascinating chromatic game.
Lanana in the summer flowerbed: bright colors that love the sun
La Lantana is one of those plants that seem to be made on purpose for full sun. Its flowers change shades as they ripen, offering a palette of yellow, orange and red that seems to have come out of a summer painting.
It is interesting that the hotter it does, the more lantana blooms generously. In addition, its inflorescences attract butterflies in quantity, making each flower bed a small ecosystem. It is believed that, if planted in groups, it can create a surprising scenic effect, especially along Vialetti or sunny corners.
Gaillardia: the sun in the form of a flower
Also called “Margherita del Fuoco”, Gaillardia brings to the garden hot and enveloping shades. Its red and yellow flowers seem to reproduce the warmth of the sun, and perhaps it is precisely for this reason that the rays are not afraid.
It blooms continuously throughout the summer and continues to give color to autumn. A useful trick? Remove the dried flowers to stimulate new gems and prolong the season.
Agapanthus: resistant elegance
If you want a more elegant touch in the anti-aafa greener, Agapanthus is a refined choice. Its blue or white umbrellas stand out on long stems, creating movement and lightness.
He loves the direct sun and tolerates the drought well, especially once established. During flowering, every inflorescence can last weeks, giving aesthetic continuity without particular effort.
Creating an anti-aafa oven does not mean giving up beauty or satisfying monotonous plants. Indeed, with species such as lavender, prostrate rosemary, Lanana, Gaillardia and Agapanthus, a mix of perfumes, colors and shapes that resists any heat wave is obtained.
Just a little planning and the garden will be able to face the summer with a high head, without signs of failure.
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