“I only have sand and stones!” complain gardeners, looking at their joyless plot.
But experienced gardeners know: even in such conditions, you can create a flowering corner.
Imagine a garden where plants don't wither under the scorching sun and stones become part of the landscape. This is not a fantasy - it is reality if you choose the right species.
These plants don't just survive - they thrive in any situation. The secret is simple: they are made for extreme conditions.
Sedum
The fleshy leaves of the sedum resemble miniature succulents, and in summer it is covered with a scattering of pink, white or yellow flowers. It is a pioneer plant: it is the first to master rocky slopes and hot sandy areas.
Buy it at a garden center, take a cutting from a neighbor, or order online - sedum will always take root. It grows for decades without replanting, does not require watering and is frost-resistant.
Plant it between the rocks and forget about care. Just thin out the overgrown clumps once every few years.
Lavender
Silvery bushes with purple inflorescences will turn any corner into a Mediterranean garden. Lavender loves the sun and poor soils - the hotter it is, the brighter its aroma.
Buy a ready-made seedling or root a cutting.
The main thing is to provide drainage: add crushed stone to the hole so that the roots do not rot. In the spring, trim the bushes for splendor, and in the winter, cover them with spruce branches.
Echinacea
Bright "prickly" flowers on meter-long stems are a real miracle for poor soils. Echinacea blooms from July to September, attracting butterflies and bees.
Buy a seedling, grow from seeds, or divide an adult bush.
It is not afraid of forgetfulness in watering - even in 40-degree heat, echinacea will stand like soldiers on duty. Cut off faded flowers to prolong flowering, and divide the bushes every 3-4 years.
These plants aren't just survivors. They prove that even in a difficult area, you can create a garden full of life and color.
Choose them and let your neighbors ask how you managed to grow beauty among the rocks.
