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Late Summer Flowers

Late summer is a wonderful time for vibrant and diverse flowers that can bring a splash of color to gardens and landscapes. Here are some popular late summer flowers:

  1. Asters: These daisy-like perennials come in a range of colors, including purple, pink, and blue, and are known for attracting butterflies.

  2. Black-Eyed Susans (Rudbeckia): These bright yellow flowers with dark centers are extremely popular and provide long-lasting color.

  3. Coneflowers (Echinacea): Available in various shades of pink, purple, and white, these daisy-like flowers are both beautiful and drought-tolerant.

  4. Helenium (Sneezeweed): With bright, daisy-like flowers in shades of red, yellow, and orange, Helenium adds a cheerful touch to any garden.

  5. Russian Sage (Perovskia atriplicifolia): This plant produces tall, airy stems of small blue flowers and has aromatic, silvery foliage.

  6. Phlox: Garden phlox and creeping phlox offer clusters of fragrant blooms in shades ranging from white to bright pink and purple.

  7. Joe Pye Weed (Eutrochium): Known for its tall stature and clusters of mauve flowers, it’s a magnet for butterflies and bees.

  8. Sedum (Stonecrop): Particularly the ‘Autumn Joy’ variety, Sedum is known for its succulent leaves and large clusters of pink to reddish flowers that bloom late into the season.

  9. Zinnias: These annuals provide a burst of color in various shades, including red, orange, yellow, pink, and white, and are excellent for cutting gardens.

  10. Sunflowers (Helianthus): Known for their large, cheerful blooms, sunflowers can range from the traditional yellow to more unique shades like red and orange.

  11. Dahlias: These tuberous perennials come in a wide range of colors and shapes, from tiny pom-poms to large dinner-plate varieties.

  12. Goldenrod (Solidago): Often overlooked as a garden flower due to its weedy reputation, goldenrod can be a lovely addition with its bright yellow plumes.

  13. Japanese Anemones (Anemone hupehensis): These elegant, tall perennials bring delicate white, pink, or rose-colored blooms.

These flowers can provide beautiful and vibrant color to your garden late into the summer and even into early fall. Make sure to select the varieties that are best suited to your climate and soil conditions for the best results.