12 Rewarding Plants to Grow in June for a Colorful Summer Garden

Summer is just around the corner, which means things are heating up and your garden will need a little extra care. Oftentimes, gardeners think that Memorial Day weekend is their last to relish in planting for quite some time, but if you're willing to put in the work, there are plenty of heat-loving, drought-tolerant plants out there to start growing in June for a vibrant summer garden—and to get a head start on your autumnal garden. Just try to carve out time in the morning or evening to do your tending!

As summer brings more time spent outdoors, dining alfresco, and weekends away, a thriving garden at both your primary residence and a vacation home is important for creating a beautiful backdrop for intimate barbecues and outdoor happy hours this season.