Summer in my garden is a time of vibrant, uplifting color, a time to reveal in the beauty of blooming flowers that brighten every corner in sight.
While I enjoy growing a variety of plants, it’s the perennial flowers that truly shine during the warmer months. If you’re looking to spice up your summer garden and add a wide array of different colors and hues to it, here are 11 lasting perennials you should definitely consider:
11 – Coneflowers
If you’ve been reading my work for some time, you’ll notice that most of my perennial flower related articles always mention coneflowers. From a distance, they tend to resemble sunflowers because of their petal shape and dark center. These blooms start to emerge around mid-summer and aid in attracting pollinators.
10 – Salvias
Salvias feature spikes of purple, blue, white, and crimson flowers that bloom throughout summer. Because of their vibrant, attractive colors that can be seen from a distance, these flowers are perfect for drawing in pollinators to aid with overall pollination in your garden.
9 – Lobelias
Lobelias produce small tubular flowers in a diverse array of colors ranging from blues to reds. They prefer full to partial sun to bloom to their fullest capabilities, so planting them in a shady location where adequate light doesn’t reach isn’t really a good idea.
8 – Yarrows
Yarrows typically bloom in clusters of tiny flowers from summer all the way to fall. You’re likely to find them in yellow, white, red, and blue and they add a unique delicate element to the garden that makes the landscape more pleasing to lay eyes on.
7 – Geraniums
Geranium blooms are soft, versatile, and fragrant. They’re perfect for planting in hanging baskets or low-maintenance gardens where one doesn’t have to constantly sweat or bleed to keep plants alive and healthy. They’re hardy and can thrive in a variety of different soil conditions.
6 – Hostas
This popular perennial is known for blooming in the summertime, offering lush, broad leaves with delicate flowers that truly stand out. While the blooms are quite magnificent, this is a flowering plant that’s known for its attractive foliage. It adds great depth and texture to the garden landscape, helping to create a soothing and interesting look.
5 – Butterfly Bush
Butterfly bushes typically start blooming around mid-summer and offer dense, fragrant flower spikes that bring a unique look and texture to the garden. They are incredibly attractive to pollinators like bees and butterflies and provide a long-lasting color to the landscape that never fails to draw attention.
4 – Coral Bells
As the name suggests, coral bells produce delicate, bell-shaped flowers on tall stems. They start blooming around late spring but last throughout summer. Beyond their blooms, coral bells are renowned for their attractive foliage that’s also super vibrant, making them a perennial that shouldn’t be overlooked.
3 – Chrysanthemums
As complex as the name of this perennial sounds, chrysanthemums are relatively easy to grow and maintain. They are valued for their ability to thrive in various weather conditions and soil types without difficulty. Mums begin to bloom fully in late summer and continue to display vibrant color well into the fall.
2 – Lupines
Lupines, in my opinion, are the epitome of unique textural beauty when it comes to flowering plants. They offer tall, spiky flowers that bloom in a variety of different colors and hues. You’ll typically find them flowering around early to mid summer and they’re perfect for gardeners who’re looking to add some vertical interest to their garden beds.
1 – Blanket Flowers
Blanket flowers feature vibrant, daisy-like blooms in intense shades of orange, yellow, and red from mid-summer to fall. These flowers are surprisingly hardy, heat-tolerant, drought-resistant, and can thrive in various soil conditions no problem. They’re good for adding lasting beauty to the garden as well as attracting pollinators.
Final Words
Watching my perennial flowers, which I’ve worked hard to plant, bloom throughout summer brings a sense of joy and serenity to my heart. Their constant vibrancy fills my space with incredible color, reminding me that nature’s beauty never fades no matter what.
With these 11 flowers that we just went over, you can transform your own garden into a lively, colorful retreat that thrives all summer long. Happy planting!
