Flowers Suitable for Ground Planting in May: Bright Summer Blooms Needing No Sowing and Minimal Hassle
Title: Sowing the Seeds of Delight: A Blooming May Garden
Author: Anastasia Konovalova
Time: 16:15, April 29
Embrace the Spring's Magic
As spring unfurls its green arms, welcoming the long-awaited warming sun, it's time for flower enthusiasts to embark on a vibrant adventure. May marks the perfect moment to sow seeds directly into the open ground, bidding adieu to the fuss of nurturing seedlings indoors. The resulting splendor of lush, colorful flowerbeds can be enjoyed throughout the summer and autumn.
What Blooms Without Fear of Spring's Mood Swings?
It turns out that the list of flowers that shine in May's fickle weather is quite extensive, boasting many that are hardy and exquisitely beautiful.
Annuals for Springtime Magic
1. Cosmos: Popular and easing to grow, cosmos blooms swiftly, is unfazed by cold, and adorns any plot with its delicate pink, white, or lavender blossoms. Plant it in flowerbeds, and with minimal care, witness a spectacle of flowers that endure until the first frosts.
2. Marigolds: Adored by many gardeners, these cheery flowers not only harmonize flowerbeds but also repel garden pests. Sown in May, marigolds swiftly gain strength and brighten bare soil with their yellow, orange, and brown flowers.
3. Cornflower: A symbol of the Russian countryside, cornflower, is also a garden favorite. It thrives in cool temperatures and dryness, and its striking blue or purple blooms are certain to be a charming addition to your flowerbed.
4. Godetia: Bright, delicate, and enchanting, godetia is an ideal May-sown flower. It germinates quickly, and its tiny blooms resembling roses will flourish in sunny locations with light soil.
5. Poppies: Dramatic poppies are a revelation for lazy gardeners. They can be sown directly into the ground in May, and without intervention, they'll bloom with fiery spots all on their own.
Perennials for Early Spring Sowing
1. Delphinium: This majestic flower with towering spike-like inflorescences tolerates May sowing without issue. Delphinium prefers open, sunny spaces and loose soil, and it will flourish the following year.
2. Black-Eyed Susan: This bright "sunflower" with golden petals and a dark center is unassuming and resistant to cold temperatures and drought. When sown in May, it will grow strong seedlings.
3. Bellflower: May is the optimal time to sow bellflowers. These flowers endure winter well and will astonish you the following year with delicate blue, white, or purple bells.
Sowing and Care Tips:
- Before sowing, dig and loosen the soil, remove weeds.
- Sow seeds at a depth of 1-2 cm, cover with earth and gently press down.
- After sowing, water the area well to facilitate germination.
- Keep an eye on soil moisture until seedlings appear, particularly in dry weather.
- Once seedlings emerge, thin them out to prevent competition.
Embrace the Experiment
May is the opportune time to explore floral combinations. Blend various species and varieties, create dazzling arrangements, mix annuals and perennials. Many flowers sown in May will blossom this summer, while others will captivate you next year.
Sowing flowers in May is effortless, convenient, and effective. Without battling seedlings, revel in the sight of healthy plants that will adorn your garden and inspire neighbors' envy. The key to success: select suitable varieties, provide an ounce of care, and your flowerbed will undoubtedly become a source of pride!
- Cosmos, marigolds, cornflower, godetia, and poppies are flowers that can be sown in May for a vibrant display in the garden.
- Delphinium, black-eyed Susan, and bellflowers are perennials that can be sown in May for a beautiful garden in the following year.
- To sow flowers in May, first, dig and loosen the soil, remove weeds, then sow seeds at a depth of 1-2 cm, cover with earth, and gently press down. After sowing, water the area well, and keep an eye on soil moisture until seedlings appear.
- Embrace the experiment and blend various flower species and varieties for a dazzling garden display, with a mix of annuals and perennials.
