September birth flowers suitable for growing in this month

September  birth flowers suitable for growing in this month

September is very hot so plant flowers too, don’t skip watering them. The soil may also need to be enriched in the summer, so dig in lots of well-rotted manure or compost, which will feed your new plants and also help the soil retain moisture. Various flowers are grown in the month of  September, some of them are as follows,

•      Chrysanthemums
•      Chamomile
•      Asters
•      Zinnias
•     Euphorbia Oblongata

 Chrysanthemums

Few plants represent autumn as well as chrysanthemums, commonly known as “mums.” These full blooms come in a range of fall colors, pairing perfectly with the falling leaves of September. A plant of the daisy family with brightly colored ornamental flowers, present in wide cultivated varieties.

Color Varieties: The chrysanthemum genus is filled with a huge variety of colors. Solid colors are common in shades of white, yellow, pink, purple, red, and orange. Many hybrid mummies are multi-colored.

Sun Exposure: Chrysanthemums are sun-loving plants. Although they technically only need 6 hours of sunlight each day, the more light they get, the better their growth, bloom, and hardiness.

Soil Needs: The ideal soil for growing chrysanthemums is a well-drained sandy loam that is structured and aerated. Soil should be neutral or slightly acidic with a pH of 6.5 to 7.0 and high organic matter.

Chamomile

Chamomile is a herb, but it is a popular culture to plant in September. This is because it sports only beautiful flowers that resemble miniature daisies. Chamomile is promoted for insomnia, anxiety, and gastrointestinal disorders such as indigestion, gas, and diarrhea. It is also used topically.

Color Varieties: Chamomile color primarily belongs to the yellow color family. It is a mixture of orange and brown.

Sun Exposure: Chamomile blooms best in full sun, but will also grow in partial shade. Chamomile benefits from a bit of afternoon shade, which helps prevent the flowers from drooping.

Soil Needs: Chamomile thrives in well-drained, sandy soil. Add a two-inch layer of compost (or other organic matter) to your garden bed to improve drainage and enrich the soil with nutrients.

Asters

Asters are perennial flowers that grow best in full sun. They are one of the best flowers to plant in September, unlike many other types of flowers, asters actually do well in the summer heat. They are quite challenging.

Color Varieties: There are pink, hot pink, white, red, lavender, purple, and dark purple with shades, of dark red, blue, etc.

Sun Exposure: Asters prefer areas with cool, moist summers as well as cool nights, in full to partial sun. In hot climates, asters do not like hot afternoon sun. The soil should be moist but well-drained and loamy.

Soil Needs: Asters grow best on well-drained, loamy soil. Wet soil will cause root rot and dry sandy soil will wilt the plant.

 Zinnias

 Zinnia is one of the best flowers to plant in September. They come in a wide variety of colors, you will need to replant them every year to enjoy these bright flowers. Zinnia is a favorite annual among American garden flowers, loved for its strong and colorful blooms.

Color Varieties: It has pink, orange, red, yellow, peach, and white flowers.

Sun Exposure: Choosing a single location where there is full (6 to 8 hours of sunlight daily) smoke is essential to get a bountiful harvest during the season.

Soil Needs:

• The soil must be well-drained. To improve drainage, compost or sand can be incorporated into heavy soils.
• Zinnias prefer soils with a pH of 5.5-7.5.

Euphorbia Oblongata

 Euphorbia oblongata, with its stunning acid-green flowers and bold, sturdy forms, is a really short-lived perennial. Still, it produces its best flowers in its first year, so consider it a hardy annual.

Euphorbia helioscopia and Euphorbia pulcherrima are medicinal plant species. Both these species are collected from wild resources for different purposes.

Color Varieties: Euphorbia oblongata is one of the most beautiful Euphorbias. With bright yellow flowers, vibrant lime green spots, and oval-shaped leaves with dark green, light green veins.

Sun Exposure: All need at least six hours of full sun.

Soil Needs: Euphorbia needs full sun to shade, with a well-drained soil mix. Water well and let dry before watering again.