By July, many gardens are transitioning from spring blooms into the height of summer. Fortunately, many dependable perennials continue flowering for weeks, keeping landscapes colorful while providing valuable nectar for bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and other pollinators.
These long-blooming favorites will keep your garden beautiful through summer and into fall.
Coneflower (Echinacea)
Coneflowers provide:
- Weeks of colorful blooms
- Excellent drought tolerance
- Seed heads for birds
- Outstanding pollinator value
They’re available in a wide range of vibrant colors.
Rudbeckia (Black-Eyed Susan)
These cheerful flowers:
- Bloom from mid-summer into fall
- Thrive in sunny gardens
- Attract bees and butterflies
- Pair beautifully with ornamental grasses
Sedum (Stonecrop)
Sedum offers:
- Succulent foliage
- Late-season blooms
- Drought tolerance
- Pollinator-friendly flowers
- Winter seed heads
Salvia
Salvia produces:
- Bright flower spikes
- Long bloom periods
- Heat tolerance
- Hummingbird attraction
Deadheading encourages continued blooms.
Coreopsis
Coreopsis produces cheerful flowers for much of the growing season and provides nectar for pollinators.
Asters
Asters provide:
- Purple, pink, blue, and white flowers
- Valuable late-season nectar
- Beautiful combinations with grasses
Ornamental Grasses
Grasses provide:
- Texture
- Movement
- Fall color
- Winter interest
Plant for Pollinators
Combining flowering perennials creates continuous nectar for:
- Bees
- Butterflies
- Hummingbirds
- Beneficial insects
Your landscape stays colorful while supporting local wildlife.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which perennial blooms the longest?
Coneflowers, Salvia, and Coreopsis bloom for weeks.
Are these good for pollinators?
Yes. They provide nectar throughout the growing season.
Can I plant perennials in July?
Yes. With proper watering, many establish beautifully.
Do ornamental grasses require much care?
Very little. Most only need annual trimming.
Which plants attract butterflies?
Coneflowers, Rudbeckia, asters, sedum, and salvia are excellent choices.
Visit Us
Looking to add lasting color to your landscape? Fran’s Flowers offers beautiful flowering perennials, ornamental grasses, and pollinator-friendly plants perfect for Massachusetts gardens.
Fran’s Flowers
1 Worcester Road
Framingham, MA 01701
Summer Hours
Monday-Saturday: 9:00 AM-8:00 PM
Sunday & Holidays: 9:00 AM-6:00 PM
Visit us today and let our knowledgeable team help you create a colorful garden that blooms all season long.