Most people who are new to gardening assume that a hot climate is pure heaven for almost all plants.
Meanwhile, lots of garden flowers actually prefer mild or even cold climates to thrive.
Here are a few popular garden flowers that dislike hot climates.
Roses
Roses can struggle in hot climates due to their sensitivity to heat and lack of humidity.
They may require extra care, such as regular watering and shade protection, to thrive in hot weather.
Delphiniums
These tall, beautiful flowers prefer cooler temperatures and can struggle in hot climates.
They may wilt or suffer from heat stress if not provided with adequate shade and moisture.
Pansies
Pansies are cool-season flowers that don't tolerate excessive heat very well.
In hot climates, they may wither or stop blooming during the hottest months of the year.
Snapdragons
Snapdragons are another flower that prefers cooler temperatures.
In hot climates, they can struggle to bloom and may experience stunted growth or wilting.
Foxgloves
Foxgloves thrive in temperate climates but may have difficulty in hot regions.
They may struggle to establish and may not flower as abundantly as they would in cooler conditions.
Sweet Peas
Sweet peas are cool-season flowers that generally don't tolerate extreme heat.
In hot climates, they may have a shorter blooming season and may require extra care to keep them healthy.
Iceland Poppies
While Iceland poppies can withstand some heat, they may struggle in extremely hot climates.
They may benefit from afternoon shade and consistent watering to cope with high temperatures.
Previously, we talked about growing aubrieta.
