Must-Buy Longevity Flower Varieties
As the颜值 (appearance)担当 of the winter windowsill, longevity flowers are firmly in the spotlight of home potted plants thanks to their super-long blooming period and rich colors. Today, we have specially compiled six highly popular longevity flower varieties, ranging from retro French style to vibrant Chinese red, bringing you the ultimate treasure list for the most suitable houseplants!
Hallmark Classic Varieties
Green Paris Longevity Flower
The Green Paris, with its fresh and natural filter, has layered light green petals like dew-covered new lotus leaves. After the market price dropped from the hundreds to around 30 yuan, it has become a must-choice for beginners. It is recommended to maintain a warm environment of 15-25℃, rotate the pot weekly to ensure even light exposure, and using phosphorus-potassium fertilizer can make the petals more full.
Pink Paris Longevity Flower
The Pink Paris, which is three times more charming than the Green Paris, has flower colors that change from peach pink to coral pink depending on the light intensity. By controlling light exposure, it can bloom throughout the four seasons. It is recommended to use supplementary lights when caring for it on a north-facing balcony, and trimming the withered flowers after each bloom can promote new branches.
Festive Atmosphere responsible
Da Bao Longevity Flower
The red and white bi-color petals have a striking effect, resembling mini peonies when in full bloom around the Spring Festival. Its strong disease resistance makes it perform exceptionally well in the humid south. When caring for it, keep the soil slightly dry, as overwatering can easily lead to root rot.
Red Ruby Longevity Flower
The main palace red petals combined with golden花蕊 ( stamens ) are always the stars of the New Year's flower market. By using shading techniques, precise flower control can be achieved. Fourteen hours of darkness per day for six weeks, combined with the application of gibberellin, can make flower buds bloom collectively at the predetermined time.
Imported Preferred Varieties
Heli Longevity Flower
A double-petal large flower variety cultivated in the Netherlands, the orange-red petals show a flame pattern under strong light. The flowers, which reach 6cm in diameter, are the "giants" of the longevity flower world. It is recommended to use short and fat pots combined with volcanic rock substrates to effectively prevent falling over.
Vulcan Longevity Flower
This cold-resistant variety is specifically cultivated for cold regions and can still bloom at -5℃. The compact plant shape is suitable for creating succulent combination pots. When planted with plants like虹之玉 ( Red Sedum ) and 乙女心 ( Female Heart ), it can create a layered winter windowsill landscape.
From the elegant Paris series to the lively festive varieties, these longevity flowers are not only easy to care for but also provide visual enjoyment for several months. Choosing 2-3 varieties with different blooming periods to plant together can make your balcony bloom for 365 days without interruption!