Which heat-tolerant, sun-loving flowering plants are there? They thrive even on a scorching balcony
Does your balcony get so hot in summer that ordinary plants wilt at the slightest provocation? Don't worry! Today I'm recommending several"sun-resistant warriors" that will reliably bloom their hearts out even under the blazing sun.
Plumbago auriculata:its pale blue little flowers bloom in clusters, and just looking at them cools you down. It's especially tolerant of sun and heat; even when the temperature soars to35°C, as long as it gets enough water, it will keep growing and blooming like crazy. When watering, don't wait until the soil is completely dry; water thoroughly once the surface is dry. If you notice the branches growing too messy, just trim them casually, and new shoots will soon emerge and continue blooming. What's more, blue plumbago has an extremely long blooming period, lasting from summer all the way into autumn; hang a few pots on your balcony and it instantly turns into a little blue waterfall.
Mandevilla:big red and pink trumpet-shaped flowers cover the vines, extremely eye-catching. It loves direct sunlight; the more sun it gets, the more flowers it produces and the more vivid the colors become. However, mandevilla has high water requirements; in summer you basically need to water it once a day. If you forget to water it, the leaves may wilt, but with timely watering it will bounce back fully. It's best to set up a trellis for it to climb; when the flowers burst into full bloom, the whole balcony is filled with a romantic atmosphere.
Bougainvillea:a blooming workhorse commonly seen in both the south and the north! It is completely immune to high temperatures and blazing sun; some varieties bloom profusely even at40°C. However, bougainvillea has a "little temper": to make it bloom more, you need to control water appropriately. Wait until the leaves soften slightly before watering; repeat this a few times and flower buds will quickly appear. Its flower colors are extremely rich, from classic rose red to fresh white; plant a few of different colors and your balcony instantly becomes a little garden.
Catharanthus roseus:as long as the temperature is suitable, it can bloom from the start of the year to the end! The small five-petaled flowers look unassuming, but their sheer quantity is what wins. It fears neither sun nor heat, and isn't picky about soil; ordinary garden soil with a bit of sand will do. The only thing to note is that Catharanthus roseus is a bit afraid of waterlogging, so don't water too frequently; wait until the soil is completely dry before watering. It also self-seeds readily: plant it this year and it will grow a patch on its own next year, a must-have for lazy gardeners!
Pentas:just from the name you can tell how amazing the flower quantity is! Pink and purple little flowers crowd together densely. Pentas is especially sun-tolerant; even after a full day of blazing sun, the flowers won't wilt. Its care is super simple: normally place it in the sunniest spot and water2 - 3times a week. What's more, pentas rarely suffers from pests or diseases, making it especially friendly to beginners; plant a few pots on your balcony and you'll have a little surprise every day.
If your balcony is also in blazing-sun mode, why not give these flowers a try! Put them out in the sunlight, water them, fertilize occasionally, and wait to harvest a balcony full of blooms!