From hydrangeas to peonies, there are certain flowers that are more vulnerable in hot weather than others, a florist has warned.
High temperatures can harm your garden(Image: Eleganza via Getty Images)
The sizzling summer has arrived, and with the mercury hitting new highs, gardeners are being prompted to watch over their plants meticulously.
The extreme heat puts certain flowers at risk, prompting expert florist David Denyer from Eflorist to advise extra vigilance this season.
He has flagged that specific flowers might struggle under sweltering conditions, particularly those sporting large, frail petals or those anchored by shallow roots.
Traditional favorites aren’t impervious to the scorch – hydrangeas can keel over abruptly, showing signs of burnt leaves, while peonies with their opulent blooms may falter in the fierce sun.
Begonias and the beloved roses also teeter on the edge of a thermal threat, and if you’ve been sprucing up your flower beds this early summer, cast a regular, mindful eye over them.
Newcomer blossoms just breaking ground with fresh root systems can buckle under stress readily, reports the Express.
To prevent a heatwave catastrophe in your garden, David has shared his best hacks for plant preservation, focusing on when to haul out the watering can.
Peonies don’t cope well with high temperatures(Image: undefined undefined via Getty Images)
David said: “Water before 9 am or after 7 pm. Midday sun evaporates water quickly and can even scorch foliage. Morning watering is ideal. It gives the soil time to absorb the moisture before heat sets in.”
David also presses on the necessity of precise irrigation tactics.
“Surface watering doesn’t cut it.
“Focus on slow, deep watering at the base of plants. For containers, make sure water reaches the roots by soaking the soil thoroughly.”
If your plants still look a bit lifeless, give them some shade, David advises: “Move potted plants to shaded patios, under trees, or behind taller plants. Use garden fleece, parasols, or even an old sheet to shield delicate flowers for the day.”
Another tactic is to group potted plants together to reduce evaporation.
“This reduces the rate of evaporation and creates a mini microclimate to keep soil cooler and moister for longer.”