As the winter solstice approaches and Father Frost bites our noses, the falling temperatures, shorter days and the hustle and bustle of the holidays are distracting people from their gardens. But just because the season is hibernating doesn't mean your green thumb should fall into a deep slumber. Green thumbs never hibernate. It might even be the perfect time to rekindle your desire for a sparkling balcony. We have selected some hardy flowers for the balcony that will brighten up and refresh your outdoor space this winter.
Proper growing conditions for hardy flowers for the balcony
Choose plastic for your pots and garden boxes, it has the advantage that it does not break down in frost. You can cover the plastic with wooden boxes. For small bushes, allow a depth of at least 40 cm. Plant very densely (the plants are not yet in the vegetation phase) in a special balcony plant soil mixture. Remember to provide the bottom of the pot with a drainage layer (clay pebbles and garden textiles), because waterlogging and cold are not a good match.
Also, place a divider between the pots and the ground to protect them from the cold and prevent them from sinking into puddles when it rains. Make surethat the boxesdo not stand in the path of drafts, keep them behind windbreaks. Also have a few pieces of fleece ready for winter storage, e.g. B. Bubble wrap or Styrofoam, which are useful in extreme cold. Below we will explain which balcony flowers are hardy!
Holly for a fresh look on the balcony
Can you think of winter plants without picturing one of the most popular holiday plants? Honestly, Christmas isn't the same without holly's iconic red berries, which stand out against the glossy, spiky green leaves in wreaths and garlands. Make your balconythis winter seasonBe the talk of the neighborhood by planting a dense evergreen of your own. They can survive bitter cold and often stay put until late winter (at least until hungry birds finish them off).
Winter heathers are evergreen and easy to care for
Evergreen, small, easy-care, manageable and long-flowering winter heathers are the perfect choice to spruce up your balcony this winter. They are completely hardy, bloom regardless of wind and rain and are ideal as container plants. Plant them in a container or pot on your balcony, relax by the window with a warm drink and watch them return every winter in beautiful shades of white, purple and pink.
Skimmia japonica for exotic sophistication
Skimmia japonica 'Rubella' has glossy foliage and is covered in clusters of long-lasting dark red flower buds thatsurvive the winteruntil they open into white-pink flowers in spring. And when winter comes to an end, you can bring the potted plants into the garden to continue growing.
Bluebells bloom even in cold weather
There aren't many plants that bloom at the height of winter. But the icy January snow is no problem for the hardy bluebells. This pretty winter gem with its elegant flowers and evergreen foliage thrives even in the coldest seasons and is undoubtedly one of the plantsyour balconywill beautify this year.
Coral bells for color and structure
With their colorful foliage, coral bells will soon be one of the plants that provide color and structure on the balcony on dark days. They are hardy, evergreen plants, so you can confidently plant them in pretty much any lighting conditions. Still, you probably want to make sure their flowers and beautiful foliage return next year. In this case, you should give your plants a little TLC this winter.
Winter pansies survive freezing temperatures
These delicate flowers were bred to survive freezing temperatures. They hang down easily in extreme conditions and recover when temperatures rise. With their colorful varieties and cheeky “faces”, they are definitely the plantsyour balconywill be refreshing this winter. And if they are planted and cared for properly, they will come back next year.
Camellia provides color outdoors
Camellias are not particularly hardy, but they do well in a sheltered spot. They bloom in winter, providing a lovely splash of color, and the glossy leaves are a deep green.
Hardy flowers for the balcony: cyclamen
Cyclamen are winter flowers that have great color. They are also compact, meaning they look great in small pots. You can even put them in hanging pots.
