Spring brings with it desire for color, perfume and a touch of nature even in small spaces of the house. If you have a balcony and you want to transform it into a flowering and welcoming corner, choosing the right flowers for spring is essential. But what are the most suitable? Not all flowers endure the city wind, exposure to the sun or irregular watering. That’s why I selected for you seven perfect varieties for a colorful and fragrant balcony, even if you don’t have exactly the green thumb.
Have you ever tried the feeling of opening the window and finding yourself in front of a small one explosion of colors and perfumes? I assure you that it is a small daily luxury that improves mood in a moment. And no, you don’t need to be an expert gardener to get a good result. The right plantsa little attention and a few tips to avoid classic errors (like putting together flowers that deteriorate each other).
If you are thinking “I make the fake plants die too”, stop for a moment. There are resistant, beautiful and easy to maintain flowers that can give you abundant flowering without too many efforts. I present to you seven, between timeless classics and some less obvious gem.
The perfect flowers for a spectacular balcony
Impossible not to start from geraniumthe balcony flower par excellence. Resistant, evergreen and tireless in flowering, it has a small superpower: it holds distant mosquitoes and moscerini. Not bad, right? In addition, it requires a few care: a little sun, water without exaggerating and every now and then some pruning to keep it in shape. If you like Mediterranean -style balconies, combine it with some terracotta vase: guaranteed wow effect.
If you want a balcony that smells like a secret garden, the jasmine It is the right choice. This climbing plant climbs into railings and wraps, creating a cascade of white flowers (or yellow, depending on the variety) with an intoxicating scent. The only care? Contain its growth, because if left free it could decide to conquer the neighbor’s balcony.
The primula It is the first flower to blossom, even when the winter cold has not yet completely surrendered. Its colorful flowers seem small natural confetti and resist up to summer. In addition, it is satisfied with little light and does not need special care. An excellent option for those who love early blooms without too many thoughts. Curiosity: this year many primroses are already in bloom in some Italian regions due to unusually mild temperatures, giving an advance of spring even in January.
A touch of color and style without stress
Do not be fooled by its delicate aspect: the violetta It is a real warrior. He resists cold, warm and even neglect. It blooms in spring with shades ranging from intense purple to white white, and is also perfect for the interiors. Advice? Try to put some vases near the entrance door: in addition to giving a touch of color, you will welcome guests with a very pleasant perfume.
If you are looking for a flower that never betrays you, the begonia That’s what’s right for you. He has small but lively flowers, does not like the direct sun (therefore perfect for balconies in half shadow) and requires very little maintenance. In addition, it is available in many varieties, from the most classic to those with decorative leaves that look like works of art.
Tall, slender and refined, the Gladiololo It is perfect for adding a scenic touch to your balcony. It blooms in spring and, if you want, you can also cut flowers to create compositions in the house. It does not require special care, but needs space to grow well. If you have a small balcony, put it in a tall and narrow vase to take advantage of the space vertically.
We close our list with the callasynonymous with elegance and simplicity. This flower with clean and refined lines adapts well to any balcony and, if you can give it the right care, it will give you spectacular blooms. But if you decide to give him an extra touch of class, which never hurts, choose the colorful varieties: from the classic white to intense yellow, up to red and dark purple. This year, thanks to a milder climate, the calle are flourishing a few weeks in advance in many areas of Italy, giving the balconies an unexpected explosion of colors.
Your balcony, your relaxation oasis
However, we underline that a balcony full of beautiful flowers in the spring does not only be created for an aesthetic question, but it is a real antidote against stress. Just a chair, a cup of tea and some time to enjoy the perfume and the colors of the flowers just blossomed.
Con i Seven flowers I suggested to youyou can finally be able to create a perfect green corner perfect for you, with lots of color and relaxation. And if you have no experience, don’t worry: nature can be surprisingly indulgent. Start with one or two of these flowers, get familiar and then … let yourself be conquered by the pleasure of cultivating your little spring corner.
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