THE DROUGHT TOLERANT PLANTS

There is a wide range of plants that we can grow to make our summer gardens display the ultimate colorful beauty that could attract many people towards them. Here is a brief introduction to some of the beauties you can plant for your summer garden.

ECHINACEA MAGNUS

The native flower of Echinacea had dropping petals that made it less beautiful than most of its family members. Thescientists, after working hard for years have been successfully able to develop such types of coneflower Magnus that have normal petals instead of the dropping ones.it is also known as purple coneflower.it belongs to zones 3-9.the maximum height of the Magnus is 36” and width 18”.it is grown in full sun.it blooms from mid to late summer. For planting Magnus one should take care that the crown of the plant rests just at or above the soil surface. The color of its foliage is green. This native plant can be planted in summer and spring. EchinaceaMagnus can be planted in any type of soil including acidic soil, dry soil, loamy soil and clay soil ,provided ,it has the ability to drain well. This easy to grow heat tolerant is deer resistant and attracts butterflies and birds alike.it likes to have the bees around. Magnus looks awesome if used as cut flower and can enhance the beauty of any summer garden.

SEDUM PURPLE EMPEROR

Yet another beauty to be added to summer garden that could add color to it is called sedum purple emperor. Its dusky pink flowers are unique and there are not many flowers that resemble it. It belong to zones 3-9.it can grow up to 16” in height and 24” in width. It is planted in full sun. It blooms from summer to fall. It is commonly known as stone crop and sedum is its botanical name. It has purple black foliage.it is usually planted in spring and summer. It can be planted in well-draining soil of all types like sandy soil, claysoil, dry soil and loamy soil. It does not only attract butterflies it also attracts birds and is bee friendly. These flowers by post to the philippines easy to grow beauties are a must have for every perennial garden.

PENTAGON RED RIDING HOOD

Commonly known as bearded tongue is one of the most loved perennials. The cherry-red flowers can make any dull perennial garden with stunning beauty. It belongs to zones 5-8.it can grow up to 24” tall and 24” in width. It is planted in full sun. It starts blooming in early summer. It is best to attract birds and butterflies. It is easy to grow deer resistant and bee friendly too.