While spring is often considered the star season, Winter is also suitable for planting flowersFar from being a time of absolute pause, there are species adapted to the cold They take advantage of the reduced competition and humidity to grow and flourish, bringing color and aroma to gardens, balconies and terraces.
The low temperatures combined with stable humidity favor the germination of cool climate species. In addition, during this time there are less pressure from pests and diseases, which facilitates a healthier crop. Many of these flowers respond to a short photoperiod: With fewer hours of light they activate their flowering, which is why they shine when the rest of the garden rests.
By incorporating them, we not only gain aesthetics; we also we attract pollinators on warm days and we improve the environment, since the plants purify the airIn urban and temperate environments with milder microclimates, it's perfectly possible to enjoy winter blooms both in pots and flowerbeds.
Winter-hardy flowers you can plant
- Thoughts (Viola × wittrockiana): very floriferous, easy maintenanceIdeal for pots or borders, they prefer mild sun or partial shade and regular, non-flooding watering.
- obconic primrose: little flowers in a cup and wide color palette; perfect for bright interiors and balconies sheltered from intense frost.
- Cyclamen (Cyclamen): bulbous heart-shaped leaves and showy flowers; requires filtered light and bottom (saucer) watering to prevent bulb rot.
- Camellias: elegant shrubs of winter flowering; they require acidic soils, constant humidity, and protection from the harsh midday sun.
- Marigolds: rustic and grateful, they tolerate mild cold and brighten with warm tones; they can be sown directly in loose soil.
- Violets (Viola odorata): classic aroma and low growth; they thrive in cool semi-shade with moist but well-drained substrate.
- Chrysanthemums: kings of late autumn and early winter; in pot or garden, they need good light and pruning to compact.
- Clivias: ribbon-shaped leaves and umbel-shaped flowers; they go well with cool interior or protected outside without strong frosts.
- Margaritas: resistant varieties that support moderate cold and they appreciate light soils with spaced watering.
- Jasmine (e.g. Jasminum nudiflorum): provide perfume and early flowering; they require guidance on walls or supports and good light.
- Resistant native species (such as light blue salvias, red daisies or wild smoke, depending on the region): keys to biodiversity and pollinators.
Many of these flowers come from cold regions of Asia and Europe, and others are native to different countries. Their success in winter is explained by their adaptation to cold and response to short days, which triggers budding and flowering when frost is contained.
Benefits and conditions of winter sowing
In temperate or warm climates urban microclimates, you don't have to wait for spring to enjoy color. The soils are maintained more humid and evaporation is lower, so irrigation is optimized. The reduced presence of insects and fungi reduces treatments and allows for crops. cleaner.
In addition, on sunny winter days, bees and butterflies make short flights, and they will find in these flowers pollen and nectarPlanting now supports the pollinator network and prepares a vigorous plant base for the following season.
Practical tips for sowing and cold care
- Substrate and drainageUse an aerated mix (peat/coconut + perlite) and pots with several holes; avoid waterlogging.
- Location: soft sun or light semi-shade; protects from cold winds and from direct frost with anti-frost veil or mesh.
- Irrigation: moderate and preferably in the morning; maintains the substrate slightly damp without wetting leaves on freezing days.
- Nutrients: Fertilize lightly with balanced or slow-release formulations; avoid excess nitrogen.
- Interior: ventilate daily without drafts; rotate pots to uniform light and monitor ambient humidity.
- Padding: a layer of leaves, mature compost or bark helps to stabilize the temperature and save irrigation.
- Health: Check for aphids and fungi; pot hygiene and good drainage are the best. prevention.
The best time to plant flowers is spring, as it offers the best climatic conditions for their growth. At JardinerÃa del Valles, we want to show you all the flower species you can plant during the different seasons. To do this, we've prepared an infographic that will help you find the ideal time to choose your flowers. Flower seeds.
Planting flowers in spring
We can see that most flower species are planted in spring. This is due to two reasons:
- Weather conditions: Taking care with plants susceptible to the last frostsIn general, we found a good amount of water, good solar radiation, and the ideal temperature.
- They will bloom in late summer and autumn: Sowing flowers in spring will guarantee a colorful garden from August to November.
summer and winter
To plant flowers during these two seasons of the year, we must take into account the extreme weather conditions. Hence, few plants of any kind are grown in them, and they tend to be resistant to very high or very low temperatures.
Planting flowers in autumn
Spring is characterized by our fields and gardens bursting with flowers. For this to happen, we must plant in the fall, so we'll fill our garden with color in spring. The plants we plant during this season are known for their resilience to the cold winter. Thus, once the season is over, we'll have healthy, strong plants ready to begin flowering.
Annual and biannual
When we are going to plant flowers we must keep in mind that although most of them are planted so that they complete their development and reach flowering within a year. Among them we can find the Carnation, Marigold and the Salvia.
Those we know as biennials, present their vegetative development (stems and leaves) during the first year, and flower in the second. They are mostly sown from mid-summer to late autumn, so that they bloom at the end of the winter of the following year and during the spring. In this group we find the wallflower and thoughts.
So you know, if you want to plant flowers, you must take into account what time of year it is. Go to our store and find all the supplies and tools you need to make your planting a success. Remember that on our blog you can also find the calendar for planting bulbs and the calendar for sowing aromatic plants.
With a correct choice of short photoperiod species, draining substratesWith frost protection and moderate watering, winter sowing becomes an opportunity to enjoy intense blooms while the rest of the garden rests and to prepare a vigorous base for spring.
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