Summer is a great time to refresh your backyard and garden with some beautiful new plants. Whether you want to grow some fresh produce, brighten the landscape with some colorful flowers, or create some shade, the options are nearly limitless.
If you are unsure what to plant in summer for your own backyard, we are going to list some great ideas below. Keep reading for some inspiration!
1: Apple Trees
Apple trees are a great option for summer planting. They are also relatively easy to care for, as long as you water them regularly and provide them with enough sunlight. It will take about one season before they start producing fruit. Once they’re ready to be picked, you can enjoy them fresh or use them in your favorite recipes!
2: Evergreen Trees
Evergreen trees are perfect for adding year-round aesthetic beauty to your yard and garden. They also provide valuable shade and can act as a windbreaker during the colder months. If you are someone who appreciates privacy, they can also be lined along the fence to create an additional layer of seclusion.
3: Decorative Grass
Decorative grass adds a wealth of color and texture, and can also enhance your yard’s privacy. Plants like red switchgrass, gold dew tufted hairgrass, and ruby ribbons grass are easy to care for and are the perfect complement to your flower beds or hedgerows.
4: Bright and Beautiful Flowers
If you are looking to add some color to your garden this summer, consider planting some flowers! Flowers can brighten up any landscape and add a touch of beauty. Perennials like hostas, daylilies, astilbe, sedum and black eyed susan can add new textures and colors to your yard and do not require intensive maintenance.
5: Tall Flowers
Tall flowers are perfect for adding height and dimension to your garden. Plant them on their own or among shorter plants in your garden to add some variety.
6: Shrubs
Shrubs are a versatile option for summer planting. They can be used as privacy hedges, windbreaks, or simply to add some greenery to your landscape. Boxwoods and hydrangeas are great choices and can complement virtually any landscape design that you have in mind.
7: New Bushes
If you are looking for a fast-growing option that will provide privacy quickly, consider planting some new bushes. Privet is a great choice that can grow up to 3 feet per year!
8: New Trees
Trees are both a beautiful and functional addition to any garden and can provide shade and privacy. Summer is the perfect time to plant shade-providing trees like oak, maple, or elm.
If you plant a tree during the summer, make sure that you cover it with shade until cooler and milder temperatures arrive in the fall. You should also water it regularly and deeply to help the roots establish themselves.
9: Decorative Vines
Vines can be used to add some extra color and beauty to your garden. They can also be used to create privacy screens or windbreaks. Planting vines in your garden is also a great way to attract bees and other pollinators! Some beautiful options are summer cascade wisteria and trumpet vine.
10: New York’s State Flower: The Rose
The rose is the official flower in our home state of New York. Planting roses in your garden is a great way to show your love for your state! Roses can be planted year-round, as long as they are watered carefully, and come in a variety of colors ranging from red to white, pink, and yellow.
Tips to Care for Your New Plants in the Summer:
Some tips to help you care for your new summer plants in your garden include:
- Water your plants regularly and deeply, especially during hot and dry periods.
- Add mulch for retaining moisture and keeping roots cool.
- Use a soaker hose or drip irrigation to water your plants more efficiently.
- Avoid using chemical fertilizers, as they can burn delicate roots in the summer heat.
- Keep an eye out for pests and diseases, and treat them early if you spot anything.
- Deadhead flowers regularly to encourage new blooms.
Let Us Help Plan the Garden of Your Dreams this Summer
Our team at Grasshopper Gardens is committed to enhancing New Yorkers’ lives through lawn care made simple. Serving the New York Capital Region, we can assist you with installing your favorite new plants and maintaining their health to bring your vision for your yard to life! To learn more, contact us today to see how we can help you.