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Tall Garden Flowers That Thrive With Support

By stacy ling

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Don't let your tall flowers flop! Learn how to support the most stunning vertical bloomers, creating a captivating focal point in your garden.

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Sunflowers Sunflowers can reach up to 12 feet tall. Their top-heavy nature makes them susceptible to toppling, especially in strong winds. Sturdy stakes driven deeply into the ground are essential to keep giant varieties upright. Tying the  stem to the stake with soft ties ensures that the plant remains  supported as it grows.

Tithonia Support Tithonia with stakes, cages, or corralling methods to maintain its upright structure, encourage healthy growth and improve air circulation.

Peonies Peonies produce large, lush blooms  that can cause their stems to bend under the weight, especially after  rain. Using peony  rings or grow-through supports early in the growing season can help keep the stems upright and the blooms elevated and off the ground

Rudbeckia  Black-eyed Susans, can grow up to 3 feet tall. Their sturdy stems can still  benefit from staking or corralling to keep them from flopping over,  particularly during heavy rain or strong winds. Providing support helps maintain their upright growth and enhances their visual appeal in the  garden.

Cosmos Cosmos can grow up to 6 feet tall  and produce airy, delicate flowers that are prone to toppling in wind  and rain. Staking or using netting can help support the branching stems,  ensuring the plant remains upright and continues to bloom profusely  throughout the season.

Sweet Peas Sweet peas are climbers that can  reach heights of 6 to 8 feet. Trellising is the best method to support  their growth, allowing the vines to climb and preventing them from  sprawling on the ground. This not only supports the plant but also  maximizes its visual impact in the garden.

Dahlias Dahlias can grow up to 6 feet tall  and produce large, heavy blooms that need support to prevent the stems  from breaking. Staking or using tomato cages is effective in keeping  dahlias upright and ensuring their blooms remain elevated and visible.

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