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Late Summer - The Best Plants to Grow in Your Garden

Late summer is when gardens are in full swing, showcasing a diverse array of blooms that extend the vibrancy and beauty of the season. Late summer flowers offer a dazzling display that helps to bridge the gap between the warmth of summer and the cooler temperatures of autumn. Some popular flowers include:

  • Sunflowers: iconic late summer blooms known for their large, cheerful faces that seem to follow the sun across the sky. Sunflowers come in various sizes and colors, including yellow, orange, red, and even deep burgundy.
  • Dahlias: stunning summer flowers celebrated for their intricate, large blooms in various colors and forms. These tuberous perennials make excellent cut flowers and add a touch of elegance to any garden.
  • Asters: quintessential late summer flowers, offering a burst of color with their daisy-like blooms in shades of purple, pink, blue, and white. Asters are a valuable source of nectar for pollinators.
  • Sedums: also known as stonecrop, are a group of late summer flowering succulents that produce clusters of star-shaped flowers in colors such as pink, red, and yellow. These drought-tolerant plants are ideal for rock gardens or borders.
  • Goldenrod: often unfairly blamed for allergies, goldenrod is a vibrant yellow flower that attracts bees and butterflies.
  • Helenium: with its vibrant red, orange, and yellow blooms, helenium is a cheerful addition to any garden.

By incorporating these popular summer flowers into your garden while considering their specific sunlight and soil requirements, you will create a visually appealing display that captures the season’s essence and prepares your garden for the transition to fall.

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