While most plants love sunlight and warm temperatures, they don't always thrive in hot regions.
Garden plants that are not well-suited for hot regions typically struggle due to the intense heat, high temperatures, and arid conditions commonly found in such climates.
Here are some examples of plants that may grow poorly in hot regions.
Cool-Season Vegetables
Plants like lettuce, spinach, and peas prefer cooler temperatures and can struggle in hot regions.
High heat can cause them to bolt (produce flowers and seeds prematurely), leading to bitter-tasting leaves and reduced edible yields.
Temperate Flowers
Flowers that thrive in temperate climates, such as tulips and lilacs, may struggle to bloom and establish in hot regions due to the prolonged periods of high heat.
Fruit Trees with Chill Requirements
Fruit trees that require a certain number of chill hours during winter, such as apples, cherries, and peaches, may not produce well or may fail to set fruit in regions with consistently high temperatures.
Plants Requiring Cold Stratification
Some plants need a period of cold exposure to break dormancy and germinate, such as certain native wildflowers and tree species.
Hot regions may lack the necessary cold period, hindering successful growth.
Shade-Loving Plants
Plants that thrive in shady conditions, such as ferns and some mosses, may struggle in hot regions due to the intense sunlight and lack of adequate shade.
High-Water Plants
Plants that require consistently moist soil or high water levels, like some bog-loving plants or water-loving ferns, may not fare well in hot regions with limited water availability.
