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Here’s a list of summer flowers that can thrive in a UK garden during the summer months:
Roses: With their vibrant colours and captivating fragrance, roses are classic summer flowers. Varieties like hybrid teas, floribundas, and climbers can be grown in the UK. They require ample sunlight and well-drained soil.
Lavender: Known for its soothing aroma and beautiful purple flowers, lavender is a popular choice for UK gardens. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Lavender plants are drought-tolerant and attract pollinators like bees and butterflies.
Geraniums: Geraniums are versatile plants that come in various colours, including red, pink, and white. They are easy to grow and require moderate sunlight. Geraniums thrive in well-drained soil and are excellent for window boxes, containers, or flower beds.
Delphiniums: These tall and elegant flowers produce stunning spikes of blue, purple, pink, or white blooms. Delphiniums prefer fertile soil and a sunny location protected from strong winds. Staking may be necessary to support their tall stems.
Dahlias: Dahlias are known for their showy, intricate blooms in a wide array of colours and shapes. They thrive in full sun and rich, well-drained soil. Dahlias can reach various heights, from dwarf varieties suitable for borders to taller ones for adding vertical interest.
Sweet Peas: Fragrant and delicate, sweet peas are perfect for adding a touch of nostalgia to a UK garden. They come in a range of colours and can be trained to climb on trellises or fences. Sweet peas prefer cooler temperatures and well-drained soil.
Foxgloves: With their tall spires of bell-shaped flowers, foxgloves add a touch of whimsy to any garden. They are biennial plants that self-seed, providing beautiful displays year after year. Foxgloves prefer partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.
Poppies: Poppies are charming summer flowers that come in various forms, including Oriental poppies and California poppies. They thrive in full sun and well-drained soil. Poppies can be sown directly into the ground and provide vibrant colours to any garden.
Lupins: Lupins produce tall flower spikes in shades of blue, pink, purple, and white. They prefer rich, slightly acidic soil and full sun or partial shade. Lupins are a favourite of bees and can be grown in flower beds or borders.
Penstemons: These long-flowering perennials are available in a wide range of colours, including red, pink, purple, and white. Penstemons thrive in well-drained soil and full sun or partial shade. They are excellent for attracting bees and butterflies.
Remember to consider the specific requirements of each plant regarding sunlight, soil type, and moisture levels. With proper care and attention, these summer flowers can bring beauty and colour to your UK garden during the summer months.
