Flowers That Bloom in Western New York in Late Summer

Asters

• Asters are a wildflower, but you can buy seeds at your local garden shop. Asters look similar to a daisy but with thinner petals. They come in a variety of colors and are an ideal flower to plant for late summer and early fall blooming if you live in western New York. These flowers are very hardy and can handle the cooler nights that sometimes affect New York. Plant your aster seeds directly into the soil in early summer. Keep the soil moist, but not overly wet, until the seeds germinate and the flowers start to sprout. Water them once a week after that if there is no rainfall.

Hydrangeas

• Hydrangea is a bush-type plant that blooms in the late summer and early fall in New York. Choose more than one color to liven up your garden or landscaping. Plant hydrangeas where they will get sun for most of the day. They can handle a little shade, however. They also need soil that is well-drained since they are prone to root rot if the soil is too wet. Dig a hole that is twice as large as the root system. Spread the roots out in the hole and then cover with the dirt. Water well at first and in subsequent weeks until the plant takes root. You may want to cover the ground at the base of the hydrangeas for the first winter to protect them from the extreme cold that can occur in New York.

Viburnums

• Viburnums are another flower that grow well in western New York and bloom in the late summer and into early fall. These flowers are white and can last all winter long if birds don't eat all of them. Viburnum is a great flower for lazy gardeners or gardeners who want their landscaping to look nice but don't have a lot of time to put into it. After the initial planting, viburnums take very little care. The fragrance of these blooms will permeate the air around your home.

Black-eyed Susans

• Black-eyed Susans greatly resemble daisies, except for their color. These flowers are yellow with a dark brown or black center. Black-eyed Susans are an easy wildflower to grow and will begin blooming in the late summer in western New York. Purchase seeds from your local garden store, and plant them directly into the ground at the beginning of summer. Keep the soil moist until you see shoot sprouting up. Water once a week thereafter if there is a lack of rain.