Five ‘must-have’ plants to add ‘instant’ colour to your garden until autumn
If you're still on the hunt for some summer garden plants, an expert has shared the top five plants for "instant" colour.
Although the main planting season has passed, there is always time to add a splash of colour with “stunning flowering blooms”.
Whilst many people often go for roses or hydrangeas, there are other varieties which can flower all the way to autumn.
According to Charlotte McGrattan, hardy nursery stock buyer at Hillier Garden Centres, there are five certain picks which will spruce up your garden.
1. Rudbeckia
The expert said: “Rudbeckia is a hardy, clump-forming perennial that brings vibrant colour to the garden from mid-summer into autumn.
“It features dark green leaves and produces upright stems adorned with striking golden-yellow flowers with a distinctive dark brown central cone.”
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2. Agapanthus
This plant forms a clump of green leaves and produces clusters of trumpet-shaded flowers on upright stems.
Its gorgeous blooms make for a “long season” of “brilliant” colour, according to the expert. They are perfect for beds and borders and are a “real must-have” for any style garden.
3. Verbena bonariensis
Charlotte explained: “With its tall, elegant stems and clusters of vibrant purple flowers, verbena bonariensis fills borders with charm.
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“Loved by bees and butterflies, it's perfect for herbaceous borders, adding a touch of colour from summer to autumn.”
This plant is gorgeous and adds a lovely pop of unusual colour to the garden throughout the entire season.
4. Penstemon
Available in various shades such as purple and pink, penstemons are especially popular due to their long flowering season.
They will flower all the way from summer into autumn, bringing colour into the garden when it’s most needed.
Bees are also drawn to the plant’s delightful blooms, making it a great choice for any style of outdoor space.
5. Leucanthemum
The plant pro continued: “Characterised by its toothed dark green leaves and cheerful blooms, Leucanthemum produces an abundance of white flowers from summer through to autumn.
“These top summer plants thrive in full sun and prefer well-drained soil. Keep them well-watered until they are established and to encourage repeat blooming, deadhead the flowers regularly.”
