Winners of the AAS flourishing amidst the sweltering summer heat
Heat-Tolerant AAS Winners Brighten Up Warm Climates
Gardening in warm, humid regions can present challenges, but the latest All-America Selections (AAS) winners are rising to the occasion. These ornamental plants are not only beautiful, but they also thrive under heat and humidity stresses.
One standout is the 2024 AAS winner, Dahlia Venti Magenta + White. Recognized for its strong heat and humidity tolerance, this vibrant annual offers a stunning display of magenta and white blooms that are sure to elevate any garden.
Another notable performer is the Sweet Daisy™ Birdy Leucanthemum, a perennial AAS winner that boasts exceptional heat and cold tolerance. Despite harsh climates, this variety thrives even in USDA Zone 3, demonstrating resilience to temperature extremes.
Mexican Sunflowers (Tithonia) also make the list of top AAS winners for heat tolerance. These annuals are known for their ability to thrive in hot summer conditions, with strong heat tolerance and robust growth during high temperatures and humidity.
'Tithonia rotundifolia 'Fiesta Del Sol', for instance, grows up to 36" tall and is covered in bright orange flowers that attract pollinators. It adds a bold texture to floral arrangements, while 'Verbena bonariensis 'Vanity', a good plant to include in a cutting garden, grows to a manageable 30" height, making it a suitable choice for hot, dry summer conditions.
Reiman Gardens, a trial site for ornamentals, edibles, and perennials, showcases these dependable choices for heat-prone gardens. The garden features both in-ground and containerized trials, as well as a display garden highlighting recent AAS winners.
Despite the challenges posed by this year's heat, humidity, and rain, many AAS Winners are looking their best. For more information on trial and display sites, winners, and more, visit the All-America Selections (AAS) website. With these heat-tolerant AAS winners, gardeners in warm, humid regions can enjoy a vibrant and resilient garden all season long.
- The 'Dahlia Venti Magenta + White', a 2024 AAS winner, brings a beautiful display of magenta and white blooms that enhances home-and-garden lifestyle, overcoming heat and humidity stresses.
- Vibrant flowers like the 'Tithonia rotundifolia 'Fiesta Del Sol' and 'Verbena bonariensis 'Vanity', with their robust growth and heat tolerance, can be suitable additions to a home-and-garden, especially in warm, humid regions, enriching the gardening experience.
