Plants for the blazing sun on the balcony & in the garden

Some like it hot. Whether a south-facing balcony or a bed without shade - these ten plants also feel good in the blazing sun.

The sun is an absolute must for plants. Unfortunately, in this case too there is too much of a good thing: In the blazing sun, many plants get sunburned, wither or even perish. But what would summer be without flowers?

Fortunately, there are also numerous sun worshipers in the plant kingdom who cannot get enough of light and warmth. Whether for the balcony, the terrace or the bed - here you will find ten plants that only feel good in the blazing sun.

Tip: A lot of sun and warmth also means a lot of evaporation. So soil that stores water well is very important for these plants. Our peat-free Plantura organic potting soil is ideally suited for this, for example.

1. Sun bride

The name says it all: The Sun Bride (Helenium) actually only wants one thing - and that is full of sun. If you offer the plant a place, you will not be disappointed - with its countless yellow flowers, it shines in competition with the sun and also attracts beneficial organisms such as bees. But anyone who thinks that the sun bride cannot survive without warmth is wrong. In fact, the plant is frost-hardy down to -20 ° C and therefore perfect for the German garden.

2. petunia

A classic among balcony plants is that petunia (Petunia). With its beautiful flowers, it enchants every garden from May to October and is therefore a true permanent bloomer. At the same time, there is something for every taste with the multitude of varieties and color variations. Their undemanding and easy-care species has also made the petunia so popular. If you offer the flower a suitable location, it hardly needs any maintenance - as a true sun worshiper, it loves full sunshine, where it is ideally still protected from rain. What about the Petunia care to be observed, you can find out here.

3. Hussar button

Whether in the bed, in the bucket or on the balcony - the hussar button (Sanvitalia procumbens) always cuts a fine figure. It especially tolerates the blazing sun very well and then shines in its full splendor. With its numerous, bright yellow flowers, the hussar button is a real feast for the eyes. But it is not just its beauty that inspires many: Its robustness and easy-care nature also characterize the hussar button, making it perfect for beginners.

4. Citrus tree

Citrus plants used to be (Citrus) as the orange (Citrus x sinensis), Lemon (Citrus x limon) or lime (Citrus x aurantiifolia) reserved only for the aristocratic and rich, after all, maintaining them was time-consuming and costly. Today, however, the exotic fruits can also be found in more and more hobby gardens - than Potted plants transform the trees on your terrace or balcony into an exotic one in no time at all Paradise. The right location is particularly important for citrus trees of all kinds: love, especially in summer Lemon, orange and co. The blazing sun and you can rest in the sunlight from morning to evening bathe. In winter, on the other hand, a place in the house is appropriate - the icy temperatures in Germany usually cannot tolerate citrus plants.

5. geranium

It is and will remain the undefeated queen of the balcony plant: the geranium (Pelargonium). With a wide range of varieties and variations, there is almost nothing in the beautiful flower that is not there. Among the geraniums you can find both standing and hanging varieties and almost all flower colors from pure white to strong pink. The geranium originally comes from South Africa and can therefore withstand heat and drought very well if cared for well - so it's no wonder that it is ideal for a place in the blazing sun. How one Caring for geraniums and what to do with Planting geraniums should know, find out here.

6. Paprika and chilli

Not only do flowers thrive splendidly in full sun - also paprika and chili (Capsicum) prefer the blazing sun. Since chilli and peppers belong to the same genus, they are very similar both in terms of location and care. Ideally, both plants are therefore planted in front of a south wall, where they can take advantage of the full sunlight. However, anyone who thinks that the chilli plant with its spiciness is only something for the die-hard is mistaken: With over 3000 Chilli varieties there is the right specimen for every taste, from mild to fiery.

7. gladiolus

Begin the majestic Gladioli (Gladiolus) to bloom in July, they quickly attract everyone's attention. The gladiolus grows up to one and a half meters high and impresses above all with its splendor of beautiful flowers that it carries on both sides of its stem. At the same time, the gladiolus comes in all imaginable colors, so that a colorful sea of ​​flowers quickly forms. As a summer flower, the gladiolus loves the blazing sun and can easily stand a full sun in the garden. The plant, on the other hand, should overwinter indoors, as it is particularly sensitive to frost. Learn more about how to Hibernate gladioli can. The gladiolus, however, has a high need for potassium - the Plantura organic tomato fertilizer can help.

8. Convertible rose

Are you tired of the same, boring container plants? Then the convertible rose (Lantana camara) may be just the thing for you. As the name suggests, the convertible rose has a very special ability: its flowers change with it Their color over time and can, for example, change from a delicate yellow when blooming to a carmine red in autumn change. The convertible rose thrives particularly well when it is allowed to grow in a sunny location - preferably in full sun.

9. Globe thistle

the Globe thistle (Echinops ritro) is guaranteed not to be a wallflower: with their extravagant spherical flowers that almost touch the ground seem to float, it is a real eye-catcher in the bed and does not stand in any of the classic garden flowers Way after. But not only people are fascinated by the unique beauty of the spherical thistle - bees and other beneficial insects also like to fly to the enchanting flowers. Despite its extravagant appearance, the spherical thistle does not need a lot of care: If you offer it a place with plenty of sunshine, the plant is completely satisfied.

10. lavender

Bright sunshine and lavender fields as far as the eye can see - lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) is the epitome of a summer in Provence for many. In Germany too, lavender loves the bright sunshine and can therefore be planted in the blazing sun without a guilty conscience. Here it delights the hobby gardener not only with its beautiful purple flowers, but also with its intense scent, which it brings to the Medicinal plants heard. Plus, thanks to its scent, lavender is one Plant against mosquitoes.

If you are not blessed with a lot of sunshine, but instead with a shady garden, this article will help you find the right ones Plants for the shade Find.