It is August in the south. That means that most plants constantly scream for water. Even though we have had many rains here, it is not enough for the pots. I cannot ignore a wilting plant. It would be like ignoring the cries of a hungry baby.

There is a lot of screaming going from my potted plants now. I will be sharing the ones that are not needy in this post. That would be the sedums. They grow without fuss and bloom when all other plants are closing down.

One of my favorites is Burrow’s Tail/ Sedum morganianum. It has a pleasing gray-blue color that contrasts beautifully with terra cotta or hypertufa pots.

I also appreciate the lack of neediness of herbs in August. They also thrive in dry heat. I group these together in full sun.

Why wilt yourself outside in August, when you can have plants that thrive in sun and heat without your constant attention?

I am getting too old for needy…you know?

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