What flowers can be sown in March: a list

The first month of spring is the time to start preparing for the new sowing season, despite the possible return of winter cold. Warm weather can already be used in the south of the country to plant the first crops, while in the north, seedlings will be waiting for their time on windowsills, balconies or verandas.

March is the perfect time to start preparing flower beds. It is during this period that you can sow the seeds of many plants that will delight you with bright colors in the summer. Experts have named several popular types of flowers that can be sown right now.

Echinacea

Echinacea is a perennial plant that blooms with lush inflorescences in the second year after sowing. Echinacea seeds germinate within 45 days, so the best time to sow is in March. Keep the temperature around 12-14°C for successful germination.

Lobularia

Or alisum, is an unpretentious plant with small but very fragrant flowers. Its seeds are sown in the second half of March - early April. Sprouts appear in about 10-12 days. Lobularia tolerates transplanting well, so it can be planted in flower beds from the end of May.

Phlox

These are one of the favorite flowers of many gardeners. They are unpretentious and characterized by long flowering. Phlox seeds are sown in March. Seedlings need regular fertilizing with organic or mineral fertilizers. Seedlings can be planted outdoors from mid-May.

Verbena

This is a heat-loving plant with bright flowers. Its seeds are sown in March without burying them in the soil. For better germination, the seeds are soaked in a growth stimulator before sowing. Verbena germinated indoors is planted outdoors in mid-May.

Cleome

This is a plant with original inflorescences that resemble butterflies. Cleome seeds are sown in March to a depth of 1.5 cm. Seedlings appear in 2 weeks. Seedlings are dived at the stage of two true leaves. They are planted outdoors in mid-May.

Coleus

This is an ornamental foliage plant that is valued for its bright and varied leaf color. Coleus seeds are sown in March, lightly pressed into the soil. Seedlings are dived after several true leaves appear. They are planted outdoors in mid-May.

Dragon flowers

These are unpretentious flowers that tolerate light frosts. Their seeds are sown in March in a mixture of nutritious soil and sand. Seedlings are dived after the first true leaf appears. They are planted outdoors in mid-May.

March is a great time to start growing your favorite flowers. By choosing the right varieties and following simple rules of care, you can create a bright and unique flower garden in your garden.

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