Summer and autumn is the flowering time of many plants. What plants tolerate the heat well and what can be planted in the garden and in pots at this time of the year to enjoy beauty and freshness?
From the familiar to the inhabitants of the northern countries in Cyprus, geranium blooms from spring to autumn. This perennial plant tolerates heat, coastal climate and any type of soil, if only it is well drained. The smell of geranium scares away many insects.
Beautiful and unpretentious petunias are also a great option. These flowers are resistant to high temperatures, and the variety of colors and a pleasant smell will decorate the house.
From summer to winter, cloves, gazanias, zinnia, Argirantemom, marigolds have also bloom in Cyprus. These plants love the sun, but during the heat require more attention.
Heat and drought easily tolerates jasmine. This climbing plant loves sunny or slightly shady places and gives its aroma in the evenings until late autumn. Jasmine is needed in winter, as it is sensitive to cold and winds.
Another hardy plant is lavender. She is not afraid of either the heat, the cold, nor the sun. The only thing that loves this flower is good drainage. It looks beautiful both during flowering and without flowers.
Rosemary has the same properties. The plant can grow to the size of a large shrub, but does not suffer if it is cut (and cut branches can be dried and used as a spice). Blooms with small light colors. Unpretentious to any conditions, but loves drainage and neutral acidity of the soil.
Also, our summer is well carried out by Verben. This flower creeps on the ground, but it can also grow in a height in pots. It also needs drainage.
The text is prepared based on the materials "Mystiki Kipu"
This article was first published in the "Vestnik Cyprus" on June 29, 2024. Part of the information could be outdated.
