May is that moment of the year when the garden seems to call loudly. The sun becomes more generous, the temperatures soften and the plants begin to show all the desire to explode in flowers and perfumes. In this period, choosing what to plant can really make a difference for the months to come.
Just take a look out of the window to notice that even a bare space has potential: one BORDERa sunny corner or some empty vase can become small colored oasis. You don’t need to know who knows how much gardening: sometimes it’s just a matter of choose well and be guided by intuition. And maybe try, make mistakes, adjust the shot.
For those who want to start without complicating their lives, there are some plants that give the best in May. Some are timeless classics, others perhaps do not come to mind, but all share one thing: they make the summer much more beautiful.
Ibisco: the king of summer in bloom
Among the most scenographic plants to plant in May, thehibiscus occupies a place of honor. Its large and colorful flowers seem almost hand painted. He grows up well in full sun and loves the heat, so May is the right time to put it on.
Requires a well -drained soil And some attention to irrigation, especially in the drier periods. Flowering, which starts in mid -summer, can continue until October, giving a continuous show. Some varieties, such as the pink-Sinensis hibiscus, are also perfect for the pots on balconies exposed to the sun.
It is often believed that the hibiscus is difficult to cultivate, but with the right environmental conditions It is quite generous. And then, do you want to put the “wow” effect when the first flowers bloom?
Verbena, Lanana and Calibrachoa: the winning trio for balconies and flower beds
Those who already have some experience with flower plants know: May is the ideal month to compose colored and resistant combinations in the heat. Some plants seem to be made on purpose to live in the same space, sharing exposure and water needs.
Three perfect options to create this effect are:
- Verbena: excellent for borders and suspended vases, loves the sun and blooms continuously from spring to first colds. He can’t stand stagnation, but with a little attention he gives a waterfall of flowers.
- Lantana: appreciated not only for bright colors, but also because it attracts bees and butterflies. It is resistant, it also adapts to drought and loves high temperatures.
- Calibraca (or Petunia Nana): perfect plant for those who love balconies rich in flowers. It grows rapidly and creates a beautiful rendered effect, ideal in suspended baskets.
This mix is also recommended for those who have little time: they are all not very demanding plants, which with a few treatments give abundant summer blooms.
Garden plants to plant in May for a lasting effect
Not everyone is only looking for flower plants. There are those who focus on structural greenperhaps with a fragrant touch. Also in this case, May offers unique occasions to renew the appearance of your green space.
A plant to consider is the lavender: rustic, very fragrant and loved by pollinating insects. He loves the sun full and endures drought once well rooted. Its purple color creates a beautiful contrast with the green and gray-silver of the foliage.
Another interesting choice is the Rosmarino Prostrattowhich in addition to being useful in the kitchen, behaves like a decorative plant, with its small blue flowers and branches falling on. Also excellent for delimiting flower beds or creating aromatic borders.
Finally, those with space can focus on a timeless classic: the bougainville. Climbing, scenographic and not very demanding, he loves myths and the direct sun. It blooms for a long time and manages to transform a simple wall into a living and colorful wall.
That it is a small balcony Citizen or a wider garden, May is the ideal time to intervene. Just choose the right plants, prepare the ground well and let yourself be guided by instinct. Sometimes, it is precisely trying that the most surprising combinations are discovered.
What if something does not grow as expected? It is part of the game: even errors, in the green, always have something to teach.
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