Someone asked me, "Why does your balcony always have flowers? The plants I grow either only grow leaves without flowering, or they bloom once and then stop." Actually, it's not that hard! Just choose a few "flowering champions," and with a little care, you'll be able to enjoy fresh flower buds all year round.
Anthurium: Its flowers are very interesting, standing in the middle of the leaves like little candles. They're bright red and eye-catching, and one bloom can last for two months. After one flower fades, another will appear. The best part is that it doesn’t require much; just place it in a spot with indirect light in the living room—don’t expose it to direct sunlight, or the leaves will burn. Watering is simple—just water when the top layer of soil feels dry to the touch. Occasionally spray water on the leaves, and it will stay healthy. I once neglected it for half a month, and when the leaves drooped, I watered it, and the next day it perked right up. It’s tough and low-maintenance.
Portulaca: Plant some seeds in the spring, and by summer, it will start blooming, continuing all the way until late autumn. It loves sunlight—the more sun it gets, the more it blooms. Flowers open in the morning with the sun and close in the evening, like little trumpets. The colors are varied: red, yellow, pink, all mixed together like a small garden. The best part is that it’s drought-tolerant—just a bit of water occasionally, and even if you forget to water it, it will revive when watered. You can also propagate it by cutting a stem and placing it in the soil; it will root and bloom in no time, and soon you'll have several pots from just one.
Phalaenopsis (Moth Orchid): When it blooms, it looks incredibly elegant, with petals floating like butterflies on the branches. Each bloom lasts for over a month, and a single flower spike can bloom for two months. I used to think it was hard to care for, but it’s actually quite simple once you know the trick. It doesn’t need soil—just use bark or sphagnum moss. Water about every 10 days, thoroughly soaking the bark, but don’t let the roots sit in water. Place it in an area with indirect light, avoid direct sunlight, and keep the temperature between 15-25°C. After it finishes blooming, cut the flower spike, and in some time, it will sprout new flower buds.
Bougainvillea: When this flower blooms, it goes crazy, covering the branches with colorful flowers—red, purple, pink—creating a vibrant display. My balcony's bougainvillea blooms from spring to winter, taking only a break for about half a month during the coldest part of winter. It loves sunlight, so place it in the sunniest spot, and the more it’s exposed to sunlight, the more it will bloom. Water it only when the soil is dry, and occasionally fertilize it. It will bloom abundantly. However, be careful of its thorns when pruning.
Spathiphyllum (Peace Lily): The flowers look like little boats, white and fresh. Not only are they beautiful, but they also purify the air. It enjoys humid environments, so you can spray water on the leaves. Be careful not to overwater, or the roots will rot. Place it in an area with indirect light, avoiding direct sunlight. It blooms frequently—every 2-3 months, and each flower lasts for over a month.
These 5 plants are perfect for anyone who wants flowers all year round. They don’t require much effort—just give them a little care according to their preferences, and they’ll bloom continuously. Stop envying other people's flowers—pick one and try it out. Your balcony will have flowers to enjoy every day too!
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