Florida Potted Summer Flowers
- Flowers on the penta plant are most commonly pink but also bloom in red and white.pentas, fleurs ??toil??es image by Unclesam from Fotolia.com
The Sunshine State is a popular vacation spot due to its vast coastlines and warm temperatures. Florida's climate is categorized as subtropical and tropical. Flowers will need to be able to withstand the heat, humidity, and sun to survive. Potted flowers in a Florida summer have the benefit of being able to move in and out of the sun and should have a limited water supply. - The penta is a perennial that flourishes in hot and humid weather. The penta blooms pink, white, or red flowers that attract hummingbirds and butterflies with sweet nectar. The penta can grow 2 to 3 feet. Keep the Penta in full sun and in a well-draining pot.
- The desert rose is a succulent plant that yields pink, red, and white trumpet-shaped flowers during the summer. The desert rose thrives in dry conditions and full sun, perfect for Florida. This flower can be potted and can grow 4 to 5 feet tall. Too much water can give the plant root rot.
- Keep the heliconia in a pot that drains well to prevent root rot.Heliconia 2 image by Brett Mulcahy from Fotolia.com
The heliconia is a rain forest herb that features red, orange, and yellow blooms that cluster in layers. Heliconia can grow from 1 1/2 to 15 feet and will grow rapidly in hot sun but also will survive in partial shade. This flower's ideal soil will be moist, well-drained soil.
