Wouldn’t it be great
if all plants could grow in all climates? Like in the Garden of Eden.
Unfortunately, nature has organized things in a way where certain plants prefer
cold weather conditions while others love hot, humid climates. For this reason,
heat and humidity can have negative effects on crops that are naturally adapted
to cooler climates. It’s a fact that cool season plants don’t like hot
climates, but herbs like rosemary, sage and thyme present wise choices for
growing in dry season. Keep reading if you want to learn more.
Risks of Growing Cold-Tolerant Plants in the Tropics
Potential problems with growing cold-tolerant
plants in hot climates include heat, heavy rains, humidity, poor soil and
pests. What can you do? First of all, don’t give up. You may want to consider
growing herbs. Let’s say you like Mediterranean herbs. Even though growing these
is possible in the tropics, you will have to take some experimenting to see how
they will grow in your garden.
Herbs That Grow Well in Tropical Heat
If you want to grow rosemary, sage and thyme at all costs, note that
Mediterranean herbs demand extra care in humid areas. For example, thyme does
best in full sun and it must have excellent drainage. Rosemary tolerates
partial shade, but it also prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Sage
requires the same conditions as rosemary and thyme. The same rule stands for
all - prevent mildew and rot by allowing good air-circulation. By doing so, you
will create a naturalbarricade for pests.
If you are in a rainy all year area,
you need tropical herbs that like a lot of water. My proposal is that you give
it a go with basil, lemongrass, and honey stevia. In a tropical climate you can grow
Mediterranean herbs indoors, if you have good sunny windowsills. Or do it hydroponically. Keep in mind that growing herbs in containers is also an option.
If you’re stuck and don’t know how
to grow plants in hot weather conditions, let me know! I’ll do my best to help
you!
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