10 Indoor Flowers
January 4, 2010 by admin
Filed under Gardening Tips, Indoor
Gardeners who love their flowers hate to see autumn come, thinking the blooms are gone until spring. But with a plentiful variety of indoor flowers that can be easily cultivated, the blossoms will continue regardless of the weather outdoors. Here is our choice of ten indoor flowers that will give you something colorful to enjoy throughout the year.
1. African Violet (Gesneriaceae Streptocarpus): This lovely, compact houseplant is a favorite among gardeners for its majestic purple blooms that the experienced “thumb” will be able to bring forth several times per year.
2. Angel’s Trumpet (Solanaceae Brugmansia): This flowering plant is known for its many subspecies, each of which delivers an attractive bouquet of flowers to the indoor plant cultivator. Large cone-shaped blossoms boast five petals and pleasing, rich fragrance that varies with species. These versatile plants serve many purposes the world over, and do very well in all light conditions, including low light indoor settings.
3. Poinsettias (Euphorbia pulcherrima): Typically given to one another only during the holiday season, those experienced with houseplant care will be able to enjoying these breath-taking beauties throughout the year. Many are surprised to learn Poinsettias are actually a shrub, and they hold the distinction of being the world’s single most popular flowering houseplant!
4. Begonia (Begoniaceae): Gardeners who love begonias out in the garden are pleased to find they do very well indoors, as well. These durable plants do well in low light conditions and require only periodic watering. The large number of varieties afford you the choice of colors for your indoor decorating, ranging from white to purple, with lots of pinks and yellows in between.
5. Jasmine (Jasminum): Lovely scents emanate from the Jasmine, making it a great choice for those who love to brighten their homes or offices and want some natural aromatherapy, too. These shrubs do well in pots alone, but will climb if a trellis is included. The delicate, subtle flowers open each evening for a brief but dazzling display.
6. Desert Cactus (Cactaceae): These houseplants show little sign of life for months, and then burst into bloom with some of the most gorgeous flowers even seen indoors. It is always worth the wait! Desert cactus is easy to maintain, and a good variety of colors is available from which to choose.
7. Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia): This indoor favorite blooms throughout the year, so regardless of what’s happening outside, your home can be filled with the intoxicating smell of lavender! This fragrant favorite is often used in the kitchen, as well, to enhance any dish with a buoyant, slightly sweet flavor.
8. Kalanchoe (Kalanchoe delagoensis): Experienced gardeners often suggest this plant to their friends just beginning to try their hand at indoor cultivation because it is easy to start, grow and maintain. Best of all, it is generous with its blooms, pouring forth a steady supply of them each season.
9. Hibiscus (Hibiscus tiliaceus): This flowering shrub is a low-maintenance pleaser, with large, radiant blooms that boast delicate petals exuding a delightful aroma. This indoor flower goes by many names, and several different colors have been cultivated, for a varied and pleasing display where you live or work.
10. Anthurium (Anthurium scherzerianum): This very popular member of the anthurium family is the one that does best indoors. The broad, red flower features a vertical yellow or white floral spike. Look for one that is in bloom, and then give it lots of TLC to bring it back into bloom next season.
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