When the sun scorches and rainfall is sparse, your garden still deserves colour. Look for plants recommended by Crocus known for thriving in hot, dry conditions. Compact perennials and sun lovers will give a bold summer display without constant watering worries.
Compact Colour for Containers and Borders
Osteospermum ‘Gelato Apricot’ is an excellent choice for window boxes and hanging baskets. Once established, it withstands heat and drought while producing bright flowers all season long . In sunny beds, Alstroemeria ‘Indian Summer’ transforms borders with dramatic blooms and makes great cut flowers too.
Landscapes that Last: Drought‑Tolerant Perennials
Perennial flax (Linum perenne) brings cool blue blossoms amidst grey‑green foliage, flourishing in dry sunny sites and ideal for naturalistic cottage or rock gardens . Alongside, feather grass like Stipa ichu adds movement and structure: its elegant plumes sway even in drought and lend year-round interest.
Bulbs that Flower Through Heat
While Crocus bulbs themselves are spring or autumn bloomers, bulbs such as autumn flowering Colchicum speciosum extend colour into late summer and early autumn when many summer flowers fade—offered in varieties with white or deep purple blooms that thrive in well‑drained soil and sunlit positions.
Create Harmonious Combinations for Long‑Summer Interest
Crocus suggests planting drought‑tolerant combinations mixing hot tones with structural foliage; blue tones offer a soothing balance even in shady spots. These plant partnerships deliver continuous colour through warm months with minimal fuss. Use Mediterranean garden themes to guide sun-loving, low-maintenance beds.
Selecting Shrubs for Seasonal Structure and Resilience
Flowering shrubs from the Crocus collection with summer bloom times and climate resilience provide backbone and retirement contrast to summer blooms. Choose shrubs that offer architectural silhouettes, colourful foliage or seedheads that persist through heat and into autumn. Combining container‑friendly annuals like Osteospermum or Alstroemeria with drought‑tolerant perennials and grasses gives both immediate colour and long‑lasting structure. Intermix heat‑resistant shrubs and bulbous plants for staggered bloom, and plant in well‑drained soil under full sun. This layered approach ensures your garden stays vibrant, textural, and alive all summer long.
Let summer’s heat become an asset: with the right plant selection from Crocus, your garden can thrive in sunshine and provide rich, lasting display even in the peak of summer.