When scorching summers arrive, not all plants can tolerate the heat. The good news is that some native Australian plants for summer exist. They thrive well when the temperature saor and add colour as well as life to your outdoor space. Whether you are just beginning with the summer garden or want to enhance its look, these heat-lovers are a perfect choice.
Let us explore the summer native plants of Australia:
Kangaroo Paw (Anigozanthos)
First in the row is Kangaroo Paw. It is available in yellow, orange, and red colours. Kangaroo Paw flowers are of tubular shape and covered in velvety texture. This plant not only survives but shines in summer and attracts many birds.
Bottlebrush (Callistemon)
Another drought-resistant plant is Bottlebrush. As its name indicates, it possesses brush-like blooms. You need to plant it in a place where there is abundant sunlight. Remember, this plant does not survive in winter.
Woolly Bush (Adenanthos sericeus)
This plant has extremely soft and evenly divided hairy leaves. Woolly Bush gives a touch of silvery appearance, which makes it pretty attractive. It grows well in the sun and sandy soil.
Native Rosemary (Westringia fruticosa)
Native Rosemary is a low maintenance native plant of Australia. Its hardiness as well as compactness make it perfect for borders and hedges.
Billy Buttons (Craspedia globosa)
The round yellow blossoms of Billy Button make it ideal for a flower bed in any garden. These plants need sunlight of at least 6 hours and survive in dry soil as well.
Grevillea
This is also known as spider flower and is available in a plethora of sizes as well as shapes. The great thing about this plant is that it thrives throughout the year and attracts bees and birds.
Banksia
Banksia is a fantastic structural plant since it has thick, cylindrical flower spikes and leathery leaves. It may grow in dry, poor soil and needs full light to do well.
Lomandra
Lomandra is a hardy plant that looks like grass. It works well in borders or as part of a large planting. It can handle both drought and bad soils, fitting perfectly among drought-tolerant native plants.
Wrapping Up
Grevillea, Correa, Banksia, and Lomandra are some more summer native plants that might be good to consider. These lovely flowers can handle heat and little water, and they have bright blossoms and structure. They’re ideal options if you’re looking for native garden ideas Melbourne residents love.
Want a beautiful landscape that doesn’t waste water? These drought-tolerant native plants can handle dry weather and look great without a lot of maintenance.
We have all of these plants and more at Aumann’s to help you make a beautiful summer garden. We have a wide choice of low maintenance native plants that will work in any outdoor setting.