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The (late) summer also offers the opportunity to plant numerous flowers and perennials. These can root well in the still warm soil and bloom in autumn. In order for the plants to develop and thrive optimally, they should be watered regularly. We have 10 flowers for you to plant in August at a glance.
Christmas rose
the Christmas rose is one of the most popular ornamental perennials at Christmas. It only blossoms in cold temperatures. Their white flowers are a great eye-catcher in house entrances or on the balcony.
- hardy
- easy-care
- highly toxic
goose cress
goose cress, such as B. Alpine goose cress flowers perennial. With its cushion-like growth, it is suitable for rock gardens and can be planted next to blue cushions and sedum trees in August.
- hardy
- easy-care
- white flowers from April to May
autumn crocuses
As the name suggests, bloom Autumn crocuses mostly from September to November. Therefore, you can only plant them in August. They are a pretty splash of color in beds and rock gardens. You should only refrain from planting in the lawn. One of the best-known varieties is the magnificent crocus (Crocus speciosus) with its large blue-violet flowers.
hydrangea
August is the best time to plant hydrangeas. Late summer offers enough time for the perennial to form roots and grow on the winter to prepare. In addition, hydrangeas can easily be propagated with cuttings in late summer.
- slightly toxic
- Blooms from July to September
periwinkle
This plant is an easy care groundcover, with which you can green large areas at any time. Periwinkle adapts to the existing terrain and is also suitable for planting on slopes and embankments.
- perennial
- snail resistant
- Bloom all summer long
lavender
You can also plant lavender outdoors until mid-August. However, the plant should not get into the bed much later, otherwise it will not have the opportunity to develop strong roots for the winter. lavender attracts a large number of bees, bumblebees and butterflies with its blossom until October.
peony
Peonies do best when planted in late summer. They are particularly easy to care for and sprout early in the spring. To avoid frost damage, you should choose a sheltered and warm location for them.
iris
iris, like that iris also often called, have beautiful flowers. It is best to plant this flower in August. It is the ideal time for the plant to be able to root well and gather strength for spring. Because then long sword-like leaves and flower shafts develop from the tuber.
daylily
Daylilies are among the low-maintenance and undemanding garden plants. They can be planted outdoors from April to October. With their leaves and flower stalks, they have a very sprawling growth habit. Therefore, plan enough space when planting the plant.
- durable
- undemanding
- Bloom from June to July
winter violet
Winter violets are quite undemanding plants that keep sprout new flowers in mild winters. Pay attention to the weather when planting. It shouldn't be too warm and there shouldn't be any ground frost yet. Therefore, August is the best time to plant the flower in the bed. Regularly pluck faded flowers to stimulate the growth of new flowers.
- hardy
- easy-care
- bloom in winter