10 Plants That Flourish Throughout Utah's Summers

Utah’s weather is made up of many dry and hot days so sometimes it is not easy to know what type of plants to grow. However, there are many plants that can survive in dry climates. It is helpful for you to inform yourself of flowers that flourish in Utah summers as well as the best summer plants to grow in your garden.

1. Tomatoes

If you are looking for a plant that strives in Utah’s heat, look no further than the tomato. In order to enjoy fresh garden tomatoes, you will need to fill them with 1-2 inches of water each week and make sure to plant them in a nice spot full of sunshine. Tomatoes also grow best in soil that is both fertile and drained very well. Do keep in mind that timing is everything but make sure that they are planted very deeply. You can also try adding some mulch to the soil but make sure that you do add a nice amount of soil. 

2. Peppers 

Peppers not only need lots of heat and dry climates to successfully grow but they also bring hot tastes if you are a person who enjoys hot and spicy foods. Utah’s dry climate is perfect for growing and maintain peppers. Keep in mind that peppers need approximately 6-8 hours of sunlight each day. A great tip to remember is that you can mix organic matter and compost into the soil when you begin planting peppers. 

3. Zucchini

Zucchini does not need much water to grow but they do need plenty of sun. Make sure to plant them deeply within the soil and watch them as they grow. Remember to space them out if you plan on growing quite a few of these. If you are looking for a plant that does not require much maintenance at all and does excellent in Utah’s heat, choose zucchini. 

4. Lavender

Lavender also requires a lot of sunshine to be able to grow properly so that makes them even more perfect to grow in Utah. Make sure to plant them in a spot where there is plenty of sun because they tend to need at least 6 hours of it every day. While they do not need to be watered frequently, make sure to water them deeply. You can also try mixing in a bit of gravel if you have sandy soil when planting them. This will help with the drainage. 

5. Corn

Are you looking for yet another vegetable that does awesome in the heat? Well, look no further than corn. Corn cannot grow with adequate heat. Again, make sure to plant your corn in a nice sunny place. Also, make sure to fertilize the soil very well and water your corn frequently for the best results. Rows of corn should always be spaced out from anywhere to 30 to 36 inches apart. Give your corn plenty of water when you plant them for the first time. 

6. Snap Peas

Snap peas are not only yummy, but they are very simple to grow and maintain. They do really well in Utah soil but make sure to only plant them in either spring or summer. If you want them just in time for the fall, the best time to start growing them is in mid-August. Also, make sure to water your snap peas as often as you can to keep the soil moist. 

7. Daylilies

Plants are not the only things that grow very well in Utah’s heat. Flowers also do very well in Utah’s dry climate. Daylilies are not seen until the late spring through mid-fall. They do not require much care at all and are very simple to plant. They do very well in the sun, 6 hours each day at least, and make sure the soil is nice and moist but well-drained when planting. 

8. Bee Balm

If you are looking for a plant to help with pollinating your garden, you should consider growing some bee balms. They are not called bee balms for no reason. In fact, they attract butterflies and even hummingbirds. It is also known to be a prairie flower. 

9. Coral bells

If you are looking for a nice flower to add to your garden, consider growing some coral bells. These flowers also do extremely well in Utah’s heat. You can find them blooming around late spring. They look absolutely beautiful once they have fully grown.

10. Gaura

If you are looking for yet another flower to fill the space in your garden, think no further tan gauras. These usually let you know when winter is right around the corner because they bloom in the late spring and happen to be the first sign of winter.