Having a garden is a beautiful thing. But having one that lasts all year round is not easy. That is why many people choose plants that are long-lasting and that allow you to enjoy their flowering for as long as possible. And fortunately, in the plant kingdom, we have direct sunlight plants that flower all year round.
Within plants resistant to direct sunlight, There are some that are also capable of producing flowers all year round, or almost. And this time we bring you a list of all these plants. Shall we begin?
Geranium
The geranium is one of the most typical plants in Spain, especially in the southern part, where for many it is a 'must have' in the gardens. It is characterized by having very simple maintenance and by offering a fairly long flowering period throughout the year, with white, red, pink or orange flowers.
It loves the sun, so you won't have any problem with it drying out, although you will have to be very careful with high temperatures and watering.
Dahlias
Dahlias, along with geraniums, are also among the most used and enjoyed in the south because they love the sun and can bloom all year round. In addition, They are fast growing, so in no time you will have a bush that will last you a long time.
As for the flowers, they are rounded and have a large number of petals and varied colors.
Regarding their care, you will have to be most attentive in watering them, since they do need regular watering, but not to keep the soil moist.
Joy
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We're not going to lie to you. The Alegría doesn't bloom all year round, but it does bloom for many months and it also loves the sun. Its colours include red, white and pink, and it only has one requirement for it to last in your garden: don't plant it in areas with drafts.
If you follow this, it will not give you any problems, as its maintenance is quite simple. As with other plants, the most important thing is watering, which should be moderate and never water if you notice that the substrate is still wet. However, you can relax in the sense that the plant can tolerate excess water better than lack of it.
Crown of Christ
Although succulents are usually plants that bloom only in spring or summer, and for just a few days, in this case the Crown of Christ, which is from the succulent family, breaks that rule.
This is a plant with pink, gold or tinted flowers. It likes the sun a lot, especially in dry environments, so you can understand why it doesn't like water very much.
Water only occasionally, when you see that the soil is dry, but not too dry, to avoid puddles that will quickly kill the plant. The only reason you can deprive yourself of seeing the flowering all year round is the cold. It does not tolerate it, so you will have to protect it if it occurs.
Canna Plant
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Among the direct sunlight plants that flower all year round, the Canna plant is one of the least known. And yet, if you are like me, when you see it you will want it in your garden.
This is an exotic plant that tolerates the sun very well, in fact it loves it, and in return, in addition to very striking leaves with a pink edge and colours between yellow and green, it will have very striking orange flowers.
Of course, to achieve this, It is necessary for the plant to grow and develop, since when it is small it is more difficult for it to flower.
As for its care, the main ones are watering, always keeping the soil moist and fertilizing to help it with the nutrients so that it blooms all year round.
Purslane
Another of the direct sunlight plants that bloom all year round, ideal for soil areas due to its size, is purslane. It is a plant with brown stems, greenish leaves and yellow flowers.
If you live in an area where the temperature is stable and there is sun, then it will continue to bloom all year round.
Regarding care, the most important thing is watering, which will need several times a week. Above all, it will depend on the hours of sun it gets. Although, as it is small, there will not be much of a problem if there are other plants above it.
gazania
Gazania is one of the direct sunlight plants that is characterized by having a very similar appearance to that of a large daisy. That is why it is so appreciated. However, the colors are not limited to those of a daisy, but can have other varied and very intense colors.
It is native to southern Africa, which gives you an idea of the type of plant you are dealing with.
In addition, it has a curious peculiarity: that Flowers, when the sun sets, close, to open at the moment when dawn breaks. Therefore, if your garden is sunny all year round, this plant will have a better chance of growing.
Penta
For those who want to have plants in the garden, but do not have the time to care for them, this may be an option. Penta is actually a bush about 60 centimeters high with flowers, very similar to wax flowers, but different. You can find it in red, pink, white or lilac.
Its care is conspicuous by its absence, because the truth is that it does not need much. Where you will have to pay more attention is in the watering, which will be varied throughout the week, and in the drainage of the soil. Also, try to add a little fertilizer to the plant.
Cyclamen
Although cyclamen is seen more in the summer months, the truth is that it is one of the plants that blooms all year round. With varied colors, this plant is characterized by leaves and stems that protrude from them to show the beauty of the flowers.
Their needs are somewhat more demanding, having to be aware of irrigation, which must also be with hot water, and sun, lots and lots of sun.
As you can see, there are many plants that thrive in direct sunlight and flower all year round. The ideal would be to choose one or two, unless you have a large garden and can give each of them their own space.