What flowers are suitable for Taiyuan
In the four-season city of Taiyuan, choosing plants that are suitable for the local climate can not only decorate life but also reduce the difficulty of maintenance. As a typical continental monsoon climate zone, Taiyuan's dry, rainless, and large temperature difference between day and night environment characteristics have created a unique urban greenery system.
Analysis of Taiyuan's Climate and Plant Adaptability
Characteristics of Temperate Monsoon Climate
With an average annual temperature of 9.5℃, Taiyuan can reach extreme low temperatures of -20℃ in winter and break through 35℃ in summer. The dry characteristics of annual precipitation of 400-500mm require that plants must have drought and cold resistance. The short and windy climate characteristics of spring and autumn seasons further test the environmental adaptability of plants.
Selection of Flower Planting Varieties in Taiyuan
Preferred Varieties for Open-air Cultivation
Recommended List of Indoor Potted Plants
Haworthia requires watering once a month to adapt to the dry environment, and the shade tolerance of Zamioculcas makes it suitable for high-rise apartments. It is recommended to use Spathiphyllum (air purification) and Epipremnum (humidity regulation) to build an indoor ecological chain, and adjust the seasonal position with a mobile flower stand.
In-depth Interpretation of Taiyuan's Flower and Tree Market
Cultural Symbolism of Chrysanthemum
Since being elected as the city flower in 1987, Taiyuan chrysanthemum has formed 3 major strains with over 200 varieties. The Yingze Park exhibits special varieties such as shaped chrysanthemum and cliff chrysanthemum every year, among which the 'Jin菊' series has improved cold resistance through hybrid breeding and can survive in -10℃ environment.
Ecological Value of Sophora
There are 37 ancient Sophora trees over 300 years old, witnessing the city's changes. The Flos Sophorae produced during the flowering period of July to August has the effect of clearing heat and detoxifying, and each mu of mature forest can absorb 1.2 tons of dust annually. The recently promoted Longzhao Sophora variety is more suitable for narrow street spaces.
By scientifically selecting plant varieties, Taiyuan residents can create a living environment with scenery all year round and experience the city's memory carried by the city flower and tree. Mastering the key points of regional planting allows plants to bloom with unique charm on the Loess Plateau.