More on bhg.com:
search
plants site
most popular
BHG.com  /   Gardening  /   Container Gardens  /   Container Plans & Ideas

share
I Like This! (0)
Comments

Heat-Loving Container-Garden Plants

The dog days of summer can turn your gorgeous container gardens into a crispy mess. Try these plants that take the heat for color all season long.

Angel's Trumpet

 

Angel's Trumpet

In full bloom, a good-size angel's trumpet is absolutely arresting. The hanging flowers are indeed trumpet-shape and can reach more than 1 foot long, depending on variety.

Name: Brugmansia varieties

Size: To 6 feet or more

Growing Conditions: Full sun and moist, but well-drained soil



Related Links

Best Plants for Hedges
Create private outdoor living spaces, buffer noise, or block wind with a hedge. These top plant picks make your choice easy.

Top Plants That Thrive in Clay
Clay soil makes gardening tough. It's slippery when wet, and it bakes solid when dry. Here are 25 beautiful plants that grow well in clay.

Top Plants for Seaside Gardens
Create a showstopping display of color from spring to fall with these easy-care flowers that are adapted to tough, seaside conditions.

Related Videos

Make New Plants from Cuttings
You're just a snip away from new plants. Don't believe us? Just take a look at our almost foolproof tips for starting ne...

Dividing Plants
Make the most of the plants in your landscape by dividing them. See the technique that gets great results.

Vacation-Care for Your Plants
Make sure your houseplants are still there to greet you when you return from your business trip or vacation getaway. Our...

Zone Finder

Enter your ZIP code to learn your USDA hardiness zone.

what is this?

Plant Encyclopedia

Search our plant directory to find more for your garden and landscape.

Go

Garden Doctor

Get the answers you need to all your gardening questions.

Go

Gardening Slide Shows

more slide shows


Comments

Comments ( 0 )
2276512893

Add your comment

You must be logged in to leave a comment. Register | Log In
 
 

my gardening notebook

gardening notebook

Keep track of your favorite plants, stories, and garden plans.

try it now
ADVERTISEMENT

 

  • Videos
  • Top Tools
  • Calendar
  • Win Daily
Barrow of Bones
Rattle the neighbors with some fresh-from-the-graveyard displays. They're so simple to make, you'll really "dig" it!

Make New Plants from Cuttings
You're just a snip away from new plants. Don't believe us? Just take a look at our almost foolproof tips for starting ne...

Herbs All Year Long
The end of summer doesn't mean the end of fresh herb flavor. Use these Test Garden tips to make the most of herbs all ye...

Tequila-Honey-Lime Marinated Drumsticks

Latest Recipes!

Get the latest recipes from Better Homes and Gardens magazine.

View this tool

All Top Tools

Todays Daily Prize




 

 
Search Plants Site
By using this site, you agree to our Terms of Service.