By the time the hottest moments of summer arrive, many plants that are grown in containers will have slowed down their production of blossoms and new foliage, even if you continue to water them regularly. If you want to beat the heat, you should fill your containers with those vibrant plants that thrive when temperatures rise.
Since the majority originates from warm regions all over the world, they are typically planted as annuals in regions that are colder. The majority of them, on the other hand, maybe transported indoors for the winter and then brought back outside when the weather warms up again.
Angel’s Trumpet
When it is in its full glory, an angel’s trumpet of a good size will cause you to halt dead in your tracks. It is true that the blooms that are dangling are in the shape of trumpets, and according to the variety, they might grow to be longer than one foot.
Not only that but as the sun goes down, the flowers emit a lovely and fragrant scent. All portions of these plants are dangerous if they are consumed; therefore make sure to keep them out of the reach of your people, especially if you have pets or children.
Light: Full view of the sun
Zones: 7 to 11
Size: At least six feet in height
Water: Plant in soil that is both wet and well-drained.
Agave
In spite of the fact that it is not cultivated for its flowers, agave is a beautiful plant that can give any container an architectural sense of style. Agaves come in a wide range of colors, including striped and solid kinds, with varying degrees of blue and green.
Due to the fact that the majority of kinds have highly pointed leaf tips, it is recommended that you either remove the points or cover them in order to reduce the likelihood that they may cause injury to children or animals of a younger age.
Light: Full view of the sun
Zones: 5 to 11
Size: At least four feet in height
Water: Plant in soil that has good drainage.
Angelonia
Summer snapdragon is a name that is sometimes used to refer to this versatile flower. No matter how hot the temperature gets during the summer, spikes of blooms that are either pink, white, or purple will continue to appear.
The blooms of certain angelonia kinds are larger than those of others, while dwarf angelonia species are the ideal size for container flower gardens.
Light: Full view of the sun
Zones: 9 to 11
Size: At least two feet in height
Water: Plant in soil that is both wet and well-drained.
Bamboo
Bamboo is a striking specimen plant that may be cultivated in a big pot (where it cannot escape), despite the fact that it can be a highly invasive and rapidly spreading plant when it is propagated in the ground.
It is the ideal privacy screen since it grows quickly and is excellent. If you are planting bamboo, make sure that the planting hole is twice as big as the root ball. If you are planting the bamboo in a container, make certain that the container size is sufficient.
Light: Full view of the sun
Zones: 6 to 10
Size: At least twenty feet in height
Water: Plant in soil that is both wet and well-drained.
