If something is difficult to achieve, it is therefore more desirable. This rule also applies to flowers.As long as the cold and snow outside do not allow buds to develop, we are happy with every flower in the apartment.
Fortunately, there are indoor plants. In winter, many houseplants bloom. Right now, for many weeks, well-known and popular cyclamens and potted azaleas are experiencing the most beautiful period of the annual cycle.Both plants come from mountain regions, therefore they like low temperature.They feel best on the window sill next to the cooled glass and far from a heat source that warms the room.
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Hipeastrum Hippeastrum (Photo: Fotolia.com) |
On the other hand, tropical beauties, such as anthurium, African violet and orchids, like a warmer environment and, placed by a bright window, willingly open their flower buds.It is worth adding early onion flowers to their company.
In greenhouses, gardeners rush snowdrops and sapphires in preparation for early flowering. These modest plants will soon bring a touch of spring to our homes.
White and fragrant
Stefanotis bouquet Stefanotis floribunda is a climber from Madagascar. He gained popularity thanks to very persistent snow-white flowers with a sweet fragrance. In fact, the plant only starts flowering as the days get longer, in April at the earliest. In order for stephanotis to bloom in the middle of winter, gardeners use additional lighting, i.e. artificial extension of the day.In the room, place the plant in a bright place, but not in direct sunlight.
Water it abundantly in summer, sparingly in winter, with soft water at room temperature. From April to September we feed with fertilizer every two weeks.In order for the creeper to bloom the following year, it should overwinter in a room with a temperature of 12-15 ° C.When buds appear on the shoots, the plant should not be moved or even turned.
Caring for flowering specimens is not difficult. They should be watered regularly and fertilized every 3-4 weeks. Air that is too dry causes stress. Plant life will be easier with morning sprinkling.Do not wet the unfolded flowers and leaves covered with hairs.
It is worth increasing the air humidity for a longer time by placing a vessel with water nearby. Bright flowers look best in white or pastel containers. Such arrangements harmonize with the views outside the house.
Winter splendor of hipeastrum
Hipeastrum The Hippeastrum, also known as the leafworm, is a very attractive South American bulbous plant, a gem among winter flowering plants.
Its large funnel-shaped flowers, up to 30 cm in diameter, in white, pink, red and orange, also multicolored, arouse admiration.The flowers develop on strong, stiff stems and also look good after cutting in a vase, keeping it fresh for up to three weeks.
They look great with no frills or with a minimal amount of green filling as they don't need any embellishments.To prevent the ends of the cut stems from cracking and curling, we can strengthen them with raffia or adhesive tape.Do not fill the bottle with water too high, as the wet stems soften.
