Autumn is a colorful season. Most plants transform their otherwise lush green dress into brightly colorful leaves. There are many beautiful typical autumn flowers that create a warm and cozy atmosphere on rainy days. So here is our selection of autumn flowers for the balcony, which inspire the eye with its floral splendor.
Zinnien (Zinnia) belong to the family of the astern family (Asteraceae). They are beautiful flowers that are ideal for an urban balcony garden. Their flowers are white, light green, yellow, orange, red and violet. There are many different types of tinies, but the most common is Zinnia elegans. Zinnien have different arrangements of the petals - some have a single row, others several. They are easy to breed and their flowers last until October or November.
Their height ranges from dwarf 15 cm, such as the enchanting “thumbbelina”, up to gigantic 90 cm, such as the “Blooming Dahlia Giants”. In between are the varieties “Oklahoma” and “Magellan”.
The autumn (Aster) are the flowers of the season
Whether in classic white, bright red or elegant purple: autumn stars are the flowers of the season. Their flowers vary significantly in color, shape and size and can bloom until November depending on the variety. With the right varieties you can bloom these beautiful flowers almost all year round. They prefer to grow on sunny, nutrient -rich and well -permeable locations. Overall, asters are extremely easy to care for. After flowering, simply cut it back to a hand's breadth above the floor.
The autumn button “Beautiful from Dietlikon” begins to bloom in blue-violet color in September.
Autumn alpine violets (cyclamen hederifolium) are reminiscent of ivy
The hardy alpine violet (cyclamen hederifolium) is a beautiful perennial with delicate, dark green leaves that are reminiscent of ivy, and delicate, pink flowers in autumn. These plants do not like high temperatures. Therefore, the balcony on frost -free days is an ideal place for you. You can achieve the best results when you grow hederifolium in a humus -rich soil in partial shade. Mulch every year with well rotted leaves to protect the tubers in the summer from drying out and in winter from cold.
The autumn alpine violet “Album” blooms in September-October and has a flat and wide growth. The perennial reaches a height of 20 cm.
Sunflowers (helianthus) lights up even when the weather is cloudy
Do you miss the long summer days full of sunshine? You can capture the similarity of the summer sun rays in a bloom! The sunflower is probably one of the most famous plants. It glows even when the weather is cloudy. Their bright yellow petals and their impressive height of up to 3 meters make the sunflower one of the most impressive autumn flowers. It blooms from June to October and is noticeable in every balcony garden. You can also harvest the delicious sunflower seeds in September. Sunflower seeds taste great in the muesli, on bread or as a small snack for in between.
The multi -year sunflower “Capenoch Star” is a nice sight for the eye in early autumn. Her large, magnificent flowers will decorate your balcony with bright yellow.
Typical autumn flowers for the balcony - chrysanthemums (chrysanthemum)
Multi -year chrysanthemums (Chrysanthemum) are particularly colorful in autumn and can even take it with the most colorful autumn leaves. The shrub marche (Argyranthemum Frutescens) is particularly popular as a balcony plant. But even at sunny and warm locations, it brings color to the garden. So that the chrysanthemums can develop their full splendor, they must be properly maintained. These beautiful autumn flowers need regular watering (about twice a week), a relatively large pot (50 cm distance in all directions) and potassium -rich soil.
Chrysanthemum x Hortorum “October Splendour” blooms from October to November. Their bright red flowers with a yellow middle and their fresh fragrance do not remain unnoticed.
Heather (ericaceae) blooms until November
Heathwear plants are robust, durable flower bushes that bloom both in winter and summer or in autumn. The different types and varieties of the evergreen heather produce tiny flowers in various white and pink tones, some of which are bell-shaped or stop as buds. The Besenheide (Calluna vulgaris) blooms from August to November, but the flowers that remain in the bud stage do not wither and their splashes of color cause pleasure even on cloudy days.
The “Bonita” variety will bloom from August and also has a nice, bright red-brown blossom in winter.
Typical autumn flowers for the balcony - marigold (Calendula Officinalis)
If you have a balcony oriented south, the marigold could be your favorite flower. Their flowering is long and often extends to the end of the autumn. They are also popular because of their ability to ward off aphids. These orange and yellow flowers are not very water -intensive and therefore ideal for beginners. Simply remove faded flowers.
The most beautiful varieties are “Orange Gitana” with orange flowers and “Yellow Gitana” with yellow petals and a dark middle. Both varieties are compact and reach a height of up to 30 cm.
Ornamental cabbage - not quite a “flower”, but very attractive in autumn
This decorative plant is very easy to breed. She needs a protected but sunny location to develop its pretty colors that will beautify your balcony. With upright or expansive leaves, ruffled or smooth, ornamental cabbage can also be planted in garden beds.
Well-known ornamental cabbage varieties are King White (smooth-leaf with white internal leaves), child red (smooth leaves with red-violet leaves) and attraction (tough and resistant smooth-leaved cabbage with white leaves).
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What you need to know about the cultivation of pot flowers in autumn
Autumn balcony flowers are a must for the seasonal decoration, but before you design your beautiful flower arrangement, you should consider the following basic rules:
- Use large, solid vessels preferably because they are more resistant to weather influences.
- Terracotta pots are very breathable and offer a better environment for typical autumn flowers.
- Place your plants on a wall so that you are protected from wind and drafts.
- If frost threatens, wrap your flower pots with a cloth to keep the earth warm.
- If you have organic compost, you don't need to fertilize your plants.
- If you already made your flower arrangement in spring, September is the perfect time to overturn it and refresh the earth.
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