How to choose the rightpotted flowers for the kitchen ? Not all plants tolerate greasy and hot vapors well, and in addition, a small amount of space in the kitchen limits the choice to species of not very large sizes. If you have a problem with choosing plants that match the kitchen conditions, follow our hint and find outwhat flowers are suitable for the kitchenHere are the 5 best potted plants that will work in any kitchen!
Which potted flowers are suitable for the kitchen?
1. Vulture, African violet
African violet is one of the most valued potted plants, and also easy to grow. It is a practically stemless perennial with a lush rosette of fleshy mossy leaves. It grows up to 10 cm in height. These small sizes make vultures perfectpotted flowers for the kitchenthat will fit on the kitchen window sill, countertop or table, where we often do not have much space.
The color of the leaves of the African violet, depending on the variety, can be red, green or variegated. The flowers are fragrant, variously colored. This plant blooms practically all year round.
The African violet does not like direct sunlight, so we should avoid placing it on the sills of southern windows. Prefers diffused light. Requires a constantly moist substrate, but tolerates flooding poorly. A common mistake with care is watering the leaves. This leads to their rotting, so it is best to pour water on the base or directly on the substrate.
Pot flowers for the kitchen - African violet
2. Peperomia
In the tropical forests of South America, nearly 1,000 species of wild-growing peperomia are known. About 40 species are cultivated at home. They are characterized by small and slow growth - they rarely grow up to 30 cm. Peperomia leaves vary in shape and color. They are, like their stems, fleshy and thick, often covered with a layer of wax. This feature is conducive togrowing these flowers in the kitchen , as the wax coating makes it easier to remove greasy residue from the leaves.
Peperomes don't need much water because they store it in their leaves and stems. They feel good in bright rooms with diffused light. The root system is very fragile, so a plump substrate is required (humus soil mixed with peat or a special soil for cacti).
3. Triple
It is a popular, easy to grow plant that is very resistant to bad environmental conditions. The trefoil is grown for its decorative foliage and cascading habit. The shoots can grow up to 1 m. When placingthe three-fold pot on top of the kitchen cabinets , make sure that the long shoots are not directly above the gas stove burners. Triple is growing very fast. Too long shoots can be easily trimmed, and their fragments can be used as cuttings. We can reproduce threefold all year round.
Pot flowers for the kitchen - triplicate
The triple leaves, depending on the variety, can be single-colored or mottled, smooth or striped. Green-leaved varieties prefer a semi-shaded position, while multi-colored - bright and warm.
4. Kalanchoe Blossfeld
This plant from Madagascar delights with its charm, especially in winter, when it showers with tiny, brightly colored flowers.Kalanchoe is characterized by a compact, usually spherical shape. The leaves and stems are fleshy and shiny. Adventitious roots appear on the stems and twigs with time.
Pot flowers for the kitchen - Kalanchoe Blossfeld
Kalanchoe flowers are very durable. They stay on the plant for up to two months. As Kalanchoe blooms in winter, itsflowers make a perfect kitchen decorationin times of lack of other flowering plants. The color of the flowers is intense, they can be red, yellow, orange, pink and even purple. The flowers can be single or full - resembling small florets.
Kalanchoe is easy to grow and has low growing site requirements. A kitchen with a lot of diffused light will be perfect for him. It will also do well on the kitchen windowsill. We water them rarely, once every two weeks is enough.
Good to knowKalanchoe is a short-day plant.In order for it to bloom again, we must provide it with 14 hours of darkness. This plant reacts to seasonal shortening of access to light, it blooms spontaneously in mid-December. At home, we can stimulate them to bloom by darkening. To do this, cover the plant with cardboard during the day or take it to a dark room.
5. Winged Flower
Winged flowers are popular moisture-loving houseplants with an attractive, lush habit. The decorative parts are shiny green leaves on long stalks and white inflorescences. The flowers grow above the leaves. They have a characteristic structure - on the tops of long petioles there are spiky inflorescences surrounded by a white sheath, which turns green during fading. Requires a semi-shaded position. Too deep shade causes the leaves to darken and inhibit flowering. A good position for him will bebright kitchen corner or a shelf near the kitchen window
Pot flowers for the kitchen - pterygium flower
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Peace flowers should be watered frequently, but the plant must not stand in the water as it causes the roots to rot. It is required to sprinkle at least once a week, even three times in summer.
The spider moth with proper care does not cause problems in cultivation. Thisflower growing in the kitchenonly needs to be wiped with a damp soft cloth once a week to wipe away any accumulated grease and dirt, and its leaves will be constantly beautifully green.
MSc Eng. Agnieszka Lach
