In winter, when we spend most of our time in the apartment and not many plants bloom outside the window, there is an alternative in the form ofpotted flowers blooming in winterSome of them take the lead in winter they catch the eye with their originality. Meet the most interestingwinter-blooming potted flowersand invite them to your apartment. Here are 7 amazing plants to fill your homewith colorful flowers in winter !
Winter blooming pot flowers - Persian cyclamen
Persian cyclamen
Persian cyclamen, colloquially called alpine violet, decorates our apartments in winter with beautiful flowers, somewhat reminiscent of butterflies.They grow on the stalks directly from the tuber of the plant. They can be white, pink, red, wavy or slightly jagged at the edge. Decorative values are also distinguished by the leaves of cyclamen, from light to slightly darker with a distinct reddening. These numerous decorative qualities make cyclamens the most popularwinter blooming potted flowers
Persian cyclamen grows best in partial shade, in a cool room. The optimal air temperature for this plant is 15 ° C. By carrying out the procedure of removing overblown inflorescenceswe will stimulate the cyclamen to bloom againIt is best if we remove the entire stem with the inflorescence, because the protruding single stems do not look aesthetically pleasing.
Schlumbergera - Grudnik
Grudnik is colloquially called a Christmas cactus. The varieties grown in apartments are red, pink, purple, orange, white, purple and yellow. Buds develop in late fall until February.
In order for the Decemberto bloom every year in winter , we need to provide it with two rest periods. From August to November and after flowering, from February to March. When we notice the appearance of buds after the first period of rest, we increase the watering of the plant and move it to a warmer place. Schlumberger likes clear positions. During the growth period, we feed it with multi-component liquid fertilizer with a high potassium content.
Hippeastrum
Hippeastrum, or spike, is a decorativewinter flowering pot flower , often for Christmas. Before the leaves appear, a stem with flowers grows out of the sporangia onion. They are extremely attractive, they come in various colors and shapes. Hippeastrum likes a sunny and warm position. For the bulbs to produce flowers, their tops must be exposed to sunlight. So, if we plant the onion ourselves, remember that 1/3 of the size of the onion should be above the ground.
Poinsettia - the star of Bethlehem
The star of Bethlehem is an exceptionally popularwinter-bloomingpot flower during the Christmas period. Its decorative top leaves (buds) come in red, yellow, orange or white.
Winter flower pot flowers - Star of Bethlehem
Poinsettia is a thermophilic plant that is very sensitive to overcooling. Sudden temperature fluctuations are very dangerous for her. Overcooling followed by contact with warm air causes leaves to fall. Therefore, it often happens that thesewinter-bloomingpotted plants, bought on frosty days just before Christmas, deteriorate immediately after being brought into a warm apartment (it is especially important to protect them against frost, wrapping them with a thick layer of paper, during transport from the florist home). The star of Bethlehem reacts similarly to dry air and too little light.
Kalanchoe
Kalanchoe iswinter-blooming succulent , forming oval coarse leaves. Kalanchoe flowers are gathered in magnificent, dense corymbs. They can be full or single in different shades. From white, yellow to orange and red. The best conditions for Kalanchoe in winter are plenty of light and a temperature of 12-18 ° C. This decorative potted plant tolerates dry air well and should only be watered when we see that the soil in the pot is dry.
Winter blooming potted flowers - kalanchoe
Potted azalea
Azaleas, although better known as garden shrubs, are also incredibly attractivewinter-blooming potted flowersAs potted azaleas, hybrid varieties of Indian azalea or Japanese azalea are usually offered. They can be grafted or a small plant with a compact habit.The flowers are white, pink or red, sometimes with a bright edge.
Potted azaleas should be kept in a bright, cool place and a moist substrate. Be careful not to overheat, dry or flood it, as it will shed its leaves and stop blooming. Regularly remove blown flowers. After flowering, shoots can be shortened to keep the azalea's nice shape. From April to August, we fertilize azaleas with specialized fertilizers intended for this type of plant. At the end of May, when the outside temperatures are getting higher and higher, the plant can be put in the garden, and placed in the room before the frosts.
Winter blooming potted flowers - cineraria
Cineraria
Cineraria, also referred to as the old cineraria or ash pan, is a decorativewinter-blooming potted plantCreates a rosette of bright leaves, topped with durable, attractive, large daisy-like flowers.They come in a variety of colors, from white to blue or purple. Cineraria likes a semi-shaded position, so it should be protected from direct sunlight. Prefers a moist substrate.
MSc Eng. Joanna Białowąs
