How many times have you bought a plant on which Superbon Flowers wore for a balcony, but in those days it ends a little bad? This is a classic. In the emotions of the purchase, we forget that not all flowers are opposed to the straight sun, the lack of punctual irrigation or heat accumulated on the city balcony. Result: pestles with dry land, musk -bred leaves and petals that do not last a week.
The key should choose species that are not only beautiful, but also stable. Plants that flourish for several months hold heat and even appreciate the solar angle in which others will indicate.
I offer seven types that combine a good view in the pot, resistance and long -term flowering. Ideal for balconies with a lot of sun, although they also tolerate some shadow.
Salvia of Greign (Autumn, Salvia)
With a wild appearance and a stable soul, this sage blooms, as if the calendar does not exist, if we, of course, take care of it. Its flowers, which seem to be a small flame in red colors, fuchsiah or roses, sprout from spring to end of autumn. He likes the sun directly and survives with moderate irrigation. Its foliage, slightly aromatic, attracts butterflies and hummingbirds, turning your balcony into a small point of meeting of useful insects. It can reach with a height of 60 to 90 cm and adapt well to pots with a depth of about 30 cm. In order to often grow more leaf pants, that is, removes with fingers at the end of the stem or young flash.
They built Karvinskianus (Margarita de Muros)
This is a definition of a careless charm. This little Margarita usually grows between stones or walls, but you can grow her house in hanging pots. Its white and pink flowers constantly appear, creating the floral effect of the cloud that I am very wriggled. Suffers the sun, partial shadow and random irrigation forgetfulness, so it is ideal for your terrace in the sun. It rarely exceeds 30 cm in height, but can widely expand horizontally. Better in wide and small pots. You cannot too much, as it blooms better if it is allowed to grow freely.
Lantana Montevidence (Lantana Ryrer)
Small in bearing, but large in intensity. This lantana crawls or hangs, forming mantirs of green leaves and purple floral branches, which resemble the color of a mature blackberry. He resists heat without starting and needs very little irrigation. It attracts bees and butterflies and is ideal for solar balconies and wide gardeners, where you can show your natural fall. It reaches about 40-60 cm if you allow him to hang. It grows with almost any substrate, but prefers pots with a depth of at least 25 cm. Key advice: avoid watering, it is better to endure irrigation, since it has regular it.
Achilles Millefolium (Yarrow)
Village, medicinal and decorative. Mileinerama is a plant that you could see in nature, but if you want, it is very interesting to grow at home. Its flat inflorescences, in white, yellow or pink colors, appear on small and straight stems and lasts almost a month and a half. Love the full sun, tolerate drought and needs very little to flourish. It provides wild and light air and is one of the favorite bees. It can reach up to 80 cm high, so a stable and deep container is at least 30 cm. This is not necessary, but you cut dry flowers, it will bounce with greater energy.
Lavandula Angustifolia Hidcote (English lavender)
Lavender Hidcote This is a compact variety that is ideal for city balconies. Its dark purple flowers release a relaxing aroma that improves mood and scares insects. He needs a direct sun, well drained (if not, drowning) and the distance of irrigation. It is as aesthetic as therapeutic, and usually grows to 40-50 cm, preferring medium pots with a depth of at least 25 cm. Additional: you can dry their flowers and use them as natural aromatization.
Verbena Officinalis or hybrid (verbena)
Verbena is an explosion of color in a stable version. Its flowers, grouped into small crowns, often appear if you get good light and normal irrigation without spending very thirst. There are hybrid varieties in all tones: red, lilac, white, even bicolors. It grows well in wide pots and goes well with softer bearings, such as grass or sage. They usually reach about 30-45 cm in height and prefer wide more than deep pots. If you want to increase flowering, cut the dried flowers, you will help the plant regulate your energy to the truth.
Delosperma Cooperi (Ice plant)
This succulent is an excellent option for an extreme climate and covers the ground with carpets of fleshy leaves and fuchsia flowers, which shine like metal in the sun. You do not need more than a sun pot and random irrigation. Converses heat, drought and bloom quite easily during the summer. Ideal for those who want beauty without complications. Usually it does not exceed 15 cm, but it expands quickly, if it has a place. A good idea is to mix sand with universal land to provide perfect drainage.
Start with one or two types, play with height, flowers and textures. And you will see how in a few days your balcony becomes the little oasis that you always want to return. Because the garden in the air is not just a jewelry: it is good, beauty and connection with nature in the city.