Gaps in your borders? It's not too late to plant some summer showstoppers

Gaps in your borders? It’s not too late to plant some summer showstoppers June is the ideal time to address potential gaps in garden borders before July, especially if planting conditions are dry. While garden centers offer tempting flowering plants, these require significant energy. Instead, consider planting perennials like Salvias, Dahlias, and Hylotelephium (sedums) now for continuous blooms and to fill gaps until autumn.

• June is the last chance to plant for July garden gaps, but dry summers make planting difficult.
• Avoid buying high-energy flowering plants from garden centers; focus on perennials instead.
• Salvias are perennial, bloom until November (with deadheading), and can deter blackspot on roses.
• Dahlias can provide show-stopping flowers until the first frost if potted ones are bought now.
• Hylotelephium (sedums) are reliable perennials, tolerant of various conditions, and easy to divide.