Perennials for sunny locations still look dewy even in midsummer temperatures. Selected species and varieties combine this floral masterpiece with an extra long flowering period. Browse here through a selection of opulent, long-lasting flower beauties for the sunny perennial bed. Our planting plan shows how you can conjure up a floral summer fairytale on 2 square meters of bed space.
Which perennials are suitable for sunny locations?
Large-flowered girl's eye (Coreopsis grandiflora), delphinium (Delphinium belladonna hybrid 'Atlantis'), sun bride (Helenium), farmer's peony (Paeonia officinalis) and sedum (Sedum Telephium hybrids) are suitable for sunny perennial beds. These perennials bloom for a long time, withstand high temperatures and bring colorful accents to your sunny bed.
Top 5 of the most beautiful perennials for sunny locations
When other ornamental plants languish under the hot sun, the following perennials show off their most beautiful side. The following overview introduces you to the top 5 sunbathers:
| Perennials for the sunbed | botanical name | Flowering time | Flower color | Growth height | special feature |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Large-flowered girl's eye | Coreopsis grandiflora | June to October | golden yellow | 35 to 45 cm | Variety “Early Sunrise” with semi-double flowers |
| larkspur | Delphinium Belladonna hybrid ‘Atlantis’ | June to July, rebloom in October | deep blue | 70 to 80 cm | poisonous |
| Sun Bride | Helenium | July until the first frost | sunny yellow with dark eyes | 130 to 160 cm | Variety “Smoky Topaz” particularly stable |
| Farmer Peony | Paeonia officinalis | May and June | in a variety of colors | 50 to 80 cm | Densely double flowers need support |
| Sedum | Sedum Telephium Hybrids | July/August to October | numerous shades | 40 to 50 cm | Variety “Karfunkelstein” particularly long-lasting, stable and blooming |
Planting plan for a small sunbed
The following planting plan shows how you can create a picturesque eye-catcher from 9 plants on a 2 square meter bed area that retains its charm even in winter:
- 1 Bush mallow “Barnsley” (Lavatera x olbia) as a backdrop plant
- 1 Verbena (Verbena bonariensis) next to the bush mallow as a background
- 1 Girl's eye (Coreopsis verticillata) in the center
- 1 Ornamental sage (Salvia nemorosa) as a contrast flanking the girl's eye
- 1 Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) as a second contrast source in front of the girl's eyes
- 1 Magnificent candle (Gaura lindheimeri) stands out between sage and lavender
- 1 Feather bristle grass (Pennisetum) as a transition to the front row of beds
- 1 Cushion aster (Aster dumosus) and
- 1 Candytuft (Iberis sempervirens) form the foreground
The different growth forms and decorative inflorescences create a varied appearance. With delicate seed heads and wintergreen foliage, the ornamental grass sets decorative accents in winter when its hoarfrost shimmers in the sun.
Tip
The summery flower fairytale in the sunny perennial bed is only perfect with the right accessories. A beach chair provides the right flair and goes well with almost any garden style. In true style with the classic striped pattern, the rest furniture invites you to relax after gardening is done.