How to protect flowering plants from scorching sunlight and heat?
Protecting flowering plants from scorching sun and intense summer heat is necessary to help plants thrive. Following are the tips for protecting your plants:
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Provide Shade: Use shade cloth or garden umbrellas during the hottest part of the day. You can also create shade using old panels, bedsheets, or placing taller plants.
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Watering: Water in the early morning or late evening to allow plants to absorb moisture. Deep watering encourages deep root growth, which helps plants withstand heat better.
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Mulch: Apply a 2 to 3 inch layer of organic mulch around the base to retain soil moisture and keep roots cool.
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Group Pots Together: If you’re growing plants in containers, group pots close together to create a microclimate that retains humidity and shade.
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Move Potted Plants: Relocate containers to a shaded area especially sensitive flowering plants.
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Anti-Transpirants: Spray to reduce moisture loss from leaves, but should be used with caution.