Alan Titchmarsh shares the best bedding plants for bumper blooms. Topics include Skayvola and Cosmos plants, cultivating plug plants like lavoteera and ivy-leaved pelargoniums, and creating a vibrant summer display with bright pink and white flowers.
Select bedding plants like Skavola and Cosmos for continuous blooming from May to October, ensuring a vibrant garden display.
Incorporate Ivy-leaved Pelagonians in your summer garden for long-lasting, low-maintenance colorful blooms that do not require deadheading.
Deep dives
Summer Bedding Plants Preparation
Planning ahead for your summer bedding plants is crucial to ensure a lasting burst of color in your garden. By considering options like Skavola, a fan flower that blooms continuously from May to October, or Cosmos with its delicate single dahlia-like flowers that bloom through the summer, you can create a vibrant and long-lasting display. Utilizing plug plants can simplify the process by providing ready-to-grow seedlings for an easy transition to your garden or containers.
Pelagonians: Summer Essential
Pelagonians, particularly Ivy-leaved Pelagonians, are a must-have for a summer garden due to their generous and contrasting flower colors that bloom throughout the season. Opting for single-flowered Pelagonians reduces the need for deadheading and maintains a cleaner appearance. These plants, which have a distinct aroma and require minimal maintenance, have been cherished since a gardener's first encounter, making them a staple for vibrant summer bedding displays.