You’ll also get a pollinator show.
Manyannuals and perennialsneed plenty of sunlight to thrive.
Many full-sun perennials provide important food sources for bees,butterflies, birds, bats, and moths.
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“Black-eyed Susans are hardy, easy to grow, and excellent for attracting pollinators,” says Root.
“It produces cheerful yellow flowers with dark centers that bloom from summer to fall.”
Black-eyed Susan does well in Southern climates and can survive in hot weather.
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“Rudbeckia is drought-tolerant once established, tolerating high temperatures and requiring minimal morning watering,” says Root.
Blazing Star
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These stunning beauties are a favorite of manypollinators.
They love and need full sun to thrive.
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“They still grow and flower normally, but are prone to flopping, thus requiring support.”
These need moist, wet areas and thrive in areas where many plants wouldn’t fare well.
They make a great plant for a rain garden.
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Eastern Blue Star
Looking to add more flowers to your garden space to attract pollinators?
“Then in fall, the foliage transitions to a beautiful golden color.”
Dillon says it’s her favorite full-sun perennial to grow, and neighbors frequently ask her about this flower.
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Be patient for it to bloom, which is typically around the start of summer.
Honeysuckle
Want to have morehummingbirdsand pollinators in your garden?
Plant honeysuckle for its vibrant blooms.
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Another advantage of honeysuckle is that it’s easy to grow and can handle some neglect.
She recommends the varietyMajor Wheeler.
Root advises that you pay attention to the honeysuckle botanical name before purchasing, as there are invasive honeysuckle.
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Hummingbirds love these flowers, so grow them if you want to attract them to your yard.
These grow well in zones 7-11.
Versatile plants, these can be grown in an array of landscapes and garden styles.
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Sedum comes in a wide array of shapes, colors, and sizes," says Dillon.
Some varieties produce blooms later in the year.
Autumn Joy and Carl are more shrub-like sedums known for their autumn blooms," she says.
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Stellar Ruby Magnolia
Want to incorporate more flowers to your landscape that aren’t as common?
“A lesser-known yet prized variety of magnolia for Southern gardeners isStellar Ruby Magnolia,” says Vater.
These begin to bloom at the end of spring and throughout the summer and fall.
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This is a favorite among hummingbirds, who enjoy the blooms in late spring through the summer months.
Deer typically leave this plant alone, so you don’t have to worry about them munching on it.
These plants are low-maintenance and can grow in most types of soil, as long as it’s well-draining.
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Plant throughout garden beds or as a border.
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