With the arrival of spring, the balcony turns into a perfect canvas to paint with the colors and perfumes of the most generous seasonal plants. Four varieties are enough to give new life even to the smallest spaces.
Those who observe their gray balcony and bare at the beginning of the summer could feel discouraged. Still, nature does not ask much: some well -positioned vase, a little sun and the right varieties can make magic. For those who love fragrant and colorful flowers, there are plants that not only grow well in pots, but also know how to return emotions to every flowering, transforming the daily routine into something more pleasant and harmonious.
Without the need to revolutionize everything, you can start from small gestures: choose a Clematide to be climbed on a wrapping, place a deep vase for a romantic rose, let a goat hang along a railing or maybe add a plant that fell gently from a high planner. And slowly, even a forgotten corner changes face, purchasing character, color and an identity of its own that reflects tastes, emotions and desires related to the summer.
Spring on the balcony with Clematis Montana: a waterfall of light petals
Among the plants that really mark the arrival of spring, the Clematis Montana occupies a special place. Not only for the elegant and light appearance of its flowers, but also for that small scent that seems suspended in the air during the warm days. The flowers, often light pink or white, open to dozens, creating a real floral cloud. It is often believed that the climbing are suitable only for large gardens, but this variety also adapts to city balconies. A large pot and vertical support is enough: a metal network, a wooden grid, even a simple railing can become its home.
The secret? Keep the roots fresh and the hair in the sun. A curious trick is to cover the base of the pot with light stones or low seedlings, in order to protect it from direct heat. If it receives sun in the morning and widespread light in the afternoon, Clematide will repay with a flowering that lasts weeks.
Caprifoglio: perfume that tells stories
There is something nostalgic in honeysuckle. Its perfume knows of ancient gardens, slow summers and outdoor evenings. Tubular flowers, often cream or pink, attract butterflies and bees, creating movement and life even in the balconies more citizens.
Contrary to what is believed, the Caprifoglio does not need much space. What he really needs is the sun. If he receives direct light for at least half a day, he manages to flourish with generosity. Without sufficient light, however, it will produce only many leaves.
To grow it at best in the spring, there are some practical attention to consider:
- Export it to a sunny area for at least 4-5 hours a day.
- Use a potassium fertilizer at the beginning of the season.
- Innate regularly, avoiding stagnation of water.
- Provide vertical support to allow the plant to climb.
- Choose a fragrant variety like the Japanese one for a vanilla touch.
Flowering can last for a long time and give a unique show, especially if these small precautions are respected.
False jasmine in spring: intense perfume, zero fatigue
Il Trachelospermum jasminoidesknown as false jasmineis one of the most loved choices for those who want a fragrant balcony without too many complications. Its white stars -shaped flowers bloom between May and June, but their perfume is noticed from much earlier. Intense, sweet, persistent.
It is interesting to note how adaptable this plant is: it grows well both in the full sun and in the light shadow. In the first months he needs some more care, but once set, he can tolerate short periods of drought.
Perfect for those who want an elegant but natural touch, they can climb on vertical supports or grace gracefully from high planters. The pruning after flowering is recommended: it favors new jets and maintains the plant ordered.
Balcony rose “Pierre de Ronsard”: romance at hand
When you think about a Balcony plant that combines color, perfume and beautythe Pierre de Ronsard It is difficult to beat. Its large flowers, powder pink with more intense shades towards the center, seem to come out of a picture. Flowering, if carefully stimulated, can repeat several times until autumn.
You need a deep vase, a good drainage and a sunny position for at least six hours a day. It does not need excessive attention, but loves the air and hates the dense shadow. A pruning targeted at the end of winter allows you to eliminate weak branches and leave room for vigorous ones.
During the summer, regularly removing the dried flowers helps the plant to flourish. And with a specific fertilizer for Rose, the result can really be surprised.
Spring is an invitation to change rhythm, to open the windows and breathe with full lungs. And what could be better than doing it surrounded by perfume, color and life?
A few right choices are enough to transform the balcony into a small world to live every day, between one break and another, between one ray of sunshine and a coffee on the fly.
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