Not afraid of frost: what flowers can be left on the balcony in winter

The winter season does not necessarily mean the end for your flowering balcony. There are many types of plants that can withstand the cold and remain decorative even under the snow.

Among these frost-resistant plants are evergreen shrubs, brightly colored ornamental grasses, and certain types of flowers. They add coziness and beauty even on the coldest days.

Caring for them does not require much effort, and properly selected plants can decorate the space all year round.

What plants will survive the cold on the balcony:

• Winter pansies
• Camellia
• Juniper
• Hellebore
• Heather
• Holly
• Heuchera

How well the plant overwinters depends on whether your balcony is glazed, insulated and how well it is protected from the wind.

Not all varieties of the same plant are equally hardy. Before buying, check with the seller to see if the variety you have chosen is suitable for wintering outdoors.

Even frost-resistant plants may need additional shelter in particularly cold winters. You can use agrofibre or other materials to protect plants from frost.

Advantages of wintering plants on the balcony:

1. Saving space in the apartment: you do not need to find a place for plants in the room.
2. Hardening of plants: plants that overwinter outdoors become more resistant to diseases and pests.
3. The ability to admire flowers in winter: even in the cold season, your balcony can be green and blooming.

How to prepare a balcony for winter and ensure comfort for plants

Even in the cold season, a balcony can remain an oasis of nature. Closed balconies allow you to create conditions for winter cultivation of indoor plants. To do this, you should use thermal insulation, additional lighting, and choose such unpretentious crops as geraniums, cyclamen, and begonias. These flowers will delight you with blooms even in winter.

Frost-hardy plants such as chrysanthemums, heather, conifers, or ornamental grasses can spend the winter on an open balcony. They can withstand low temperatures and can stay outside if properly prepared.

Before the onset of frost, it is important to prepare: transplant the flowers into heat-resistant pots, insulate the containers, and cover the roots with mulch. Particular attention should be paid to plants that remain in the ground - you should take care to protect them from strong winds and icing.

Plants that require minimal watering and moderate temperatures do well on closed balconies. It is worth providing them with access to light by installing additional lamps. It is optimal to maintain the temperature at +10...+15 °C, which is suitable for most species.

Plants on an open balcony can be protected with agrofibre or special covers. It is also useful to create a cozy corner using wooden boxes or shelves for additional protection from the wind.

A balcony in winter is an opportunity to preserve green space, adding comfort even in the cold months. A winter garden created with love will become a source of good mood and aesthetic pleasure.

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