The Best Summer Flowers to Brighten Your Garden

As Summer slowly approaches, the garden is changing and it might just be the perfect time to spruce up your flower beds and pots. What better way to embrace this Summer than with some of the best summer flowers to add color and life to your outdoor space! From the vibrant blooms of your rose bushes to the bright colored Zinnias, summer flowers add a touch of joy to any outdoor space.

As someone who just started gardening over the last 4 years, I did not even know that you had to care for the flowers and attend to them on a weekly basis. I thought that you could just plant whatever looked good into a pot and it would just grow on it’s own! After a lot of trial and error in my very own garden, I have discovered some tips and tricks to keeping your flowers looking manicured and beautiful all season long. I will share with you what flowers I love to plant in the Summer and how to get the best blooms.

In this blog post, we will show you what flowers will thrive in your garden this Summer and how to take care of them. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener looking to refresh your landscape or a beginner in the garden, these flowers will transform your space and give you happiness all season long.

This blog post is all about the best Summer flowers.

Best Summer Flowers

1. Sunflowers

When most people think about Summer flowers the sunflower definitely comes to their mind. These beautiful, towering flowers and radiant golden petals make these flowers so unique and visually appealing. The best part of watching these flowers grow is when they turn their faces in the direction toward the sun throughout the day!

SUNFLOWER CARE:

WATERING: Grown sunflowers can be watered approximately once a week,
SUNLIGHT: Sunflowers thrive in an environment with full sun and well drained soil.
PLANTING: Be sure to plant your sunflowers in well drained soil about 2-3 feet deep and wide. It is best to plant these flowers after the last frost in early to mid Spring.

2. Roses

Roses are a classic choice for your summer garden and one of the best Summer flowers for a beginner. We adore roses because they are so versatile in color, size, and species so that you can customize your outdoor space with them.

ROSES CARE:

WATERING: Roses require about one to two inches of water per week. Be sure to water the base of the plant when watering the roses to avoid the actual flowers from burning in the sun. (this rule applies to all flowers)
PLANTING: Dig a hole about 2 feet deep by 2 feet wide for your roses. Be sure they are in a well drained area.
SUNLIGHT: Roses prefer full sunlight which is about 6-8 hours a day.
TIP: Be sure to cut off any dead flower heads with a pair of gardening shears to allow new blooms to constantly appear.

3. Lavender

In our opinion, lavender is a must-have addition to any summer garden! Not only does this summer flower give off such an amazing scent, it also serves as a natural insect repellent for pesky bugs like mosquitoes. Lavender is the best summer flowers for pots because they don’t require to much space to be planted in.

LAVENDER CARE:

WATERING: Water your lavender about once every two weeks.
PLANTING: Plant lavender well drained soil after the last frost in the Spring. They should be planted about 1 foot deep and wide into the ground. If you are planting your lavender in a pot be sure the pot has holes in the bottom to allow the lavender to drain properly.
SUNLIGHT: Lavender requires full sun to thrive in the garden.

4. Dahlias

Dahlias are a show stopping choice for summer flower beds if you are looking for vibrant and unique colorful flowers for your garden. Dahlias are versatile flowers that come in a many shapes and sizes, making them perfect for adding visual interest to your flower pots and flower beds.

DAHLIA CARE:

WATERING: Mature dahlias require watering about one-two times per week for the best summer blooms.
SUNLIGHT: These summer flowers love the full sun (6-8 hours of sunlight per day).
PLANTING: Dahlias should be planted in late May to early June. You should plant them in a hole about 1 foot wide by 1 foot deep.

5. Zinnias

Zinnias are our favorite flower ever which obviously makes them the best summer flowers! We love zinnias because they are a summer annual that have such beautiful and vibrant blooms! Easy to grow and low-maintenance, these summer flowers love sunny conditions and often attract pollinators too. Whether planted in borders, containers, or cutting gardens, zinnias bring joy and color to any outdoor space.

ZINNIA CARE:

WATERING: Water these flowers about 2-3 times per week. This should be about 1 inch of water per week.
PLANTING: Plant them in well-draining soil, and water the soil thoroughly after planting. A good rule of thumb is you want the hole they are going in to be double the size of the plants bulb.
SUNLIGHT: Zinnias love the full sun!

TIP: Be sure to remove any dead foliage to promote new growth and get amazing blooms.

6. Cosmos

Cosmos make an amazing addition to your summer gardens, with their dainty, daisy-like flowers and foliage. They are available in shades of pink, white, and purple which will make your garden pop this summer. We love these summer flowers because of they are so low maintenance and look amazing in every garden.

COSMOS CARE:

SUNLIGHT: Cosmos prefer full sun or about 6-8 hours of sunlight per day.
WATERING: Cosmos actually thrive in dry soil and don’t require regular watering. This makes them the best summer flowers for droughts.
PLANTING: Plant your cosmos in well drained soil and in a hole about double the size of the plants bulb. Be sure to plant these flowers after the last frost or the soil reaches about 65 degrees Fahrenheit.

7. Geraniums

If you are looking for the best summer flowers for hanging baskets, look no further than the geraniums! Plant these trailing flowers in your baskets, containers, or garden pathways for a pop of color. Choose from a wide range of colors and varieties to customize your garden and enjoy their long-lasting blooms throughout the season.

GERANIUM CARE:

WATERING: These summer flowers don’t require too much watering, we suggest about once a week. Check the top soil to see if the soil is dry to the touch, this may indicate that it is time for watering.
SUNLIGHT: Geraniums thrive in conditions with full sun.
PLANTING: Be sure to plant these flowers in the spring once the last frost has definitely passed. When planting these flowers in a container or basket, be sure there are holes to allow proper drainage of the water.

Summer flowers have a magical way of transforming ordinary gardens into eye catching gardens with bright colors and floral fragrances. Whether you’re seeking bold, statement blooms or delicate, whimsical petals, the best summer flowers offer something for every taste and style.

This blog post was all about the best Summer flowers.

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