When planting on the south side of a house , you must be sure the plants you take are suited to that much sunlight exposure . flora with full daytime sun exposure likely necessitate frequent watering to keep them hydrated through the estrus of the summertime . Setting a 2 - in layer of mulch on top of the flush bed ’s dirt is an effective mode to aid the land keep its wet for longer catamenia of prison term .

Yucca Plant

The Yucca plant ( Yucca glory lily ) is usually referred to as the Spanish Daggar . It is an evergreen bush that reaches 6 to 8 foot in height and 4 to 8 feet in width , but even pruning reduces its sizing . It has gray - gullible foliage and is considered a slow growing shrub . It grows best in planting zone 6 to 11 and can be planted any time of the year in these zona . The yucca grows in both alkaline and acidic soil , but prefer a well - draining stain like sand or loam . Plant the yucca in partial sun or fond nicety .

The Annual Sunflower

The sunflower , scientific name Helianthus annuss , was in the first place grown by the North American Indians , including the Mescalero and Chiricahua Apache . Sunflowers need full sun picture , and their elephantine heads pass over the Lord’s Day as it moves across the sky . To implant helianthus , loosen the territory with a rototiller to a depth of 6 column inch . get the picture shallow hole around 1 inch in depth , spaced 3 to 6 inches apart and plant the ejaculate . Once the unseasoned plants go forth , they should be slim out to avoid over - push the large plants when they reach maturity . Sunflowers attract a pack of wildlife , include bird and squirrel , who follow to feast on the flower ’s tasty seeds . To protect the seed from being eaten , cover the sunflower ’s head with a sparkle netting once the semen begin to formulate .

Zinnias

Zinnias , scientific name Zinnia spp . , are bright - blooming yearly that come up in a multitude of colors . They reach a altitude of 6 inches to 3 feet , bet on the variety and should be spaced 8 to 12 inches apart when planted . Zinnias boom in full sun exposure , well - draining soils , and all planting zones . Plant zinnias after the jeopardy of frost has pass away and deadhead blooms as soon as they expire to encourage repeat blooming . Dwarf varieties of the zinnia admit Dasher , Lollipop , Peter Pan and Thumbelina . For taller zinnia try the Ruffles or Splendor smorgasbord .

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