What flowers are suitable for a non-ventilated enclosed balcony
The editor answers for netizens about what flowers are suitable for a non-ventilated enclosed balcony and recommends 6 kinds of flowers suitable for summer planting in enclosed balconies. Let's take a look together.
People who love growing flowers all want to have their own garden, but now many people live in cities made of steel and concrete, and the only place to grow flowers is on the balconies of apartment buildings, barely managing to raise a few pots of plants through the glass. Growing flowers in an enclosed balcony has many disadvantages, and problems can easily arise in the summer. Therefore, when choosing the variety of flowers, it is best to select strong and easy-to-grow species. Here are 6 flowers suitable for an enclosed balcony that are easy to maintain, and this summer's flower sea will depend on them!
Disadvantages of growing flowers on an enclosed balcony
The characteristic of an enclosed balcony is that it is surrounded by glass on all sides and can only be ventilated by opening the windows, resulting in poor air circulation and ventilation, which is more stuffy than a regular sunny day. In the summer, the high temperature makes the enclosed balcony extremely stuffy and hot, which can easily cause the flowers to be overheated; secondly, the hot and humid environment is prone to various diseases and pests, causing the plants to get sick and infested. Therefore, when growing flowers on an enclosed balcony in the summer, it is best to choose varieties that are particularly heat-resistant and disease-resistant.
1. Blue Snowflake
Blue Snowflake, also known as mountain ash, is one of the few flowers that can bloom in blue. Its flowers are composed of five petals, similar to the shape of snowflakes, hence the name. Blue Snowflake is native to South Africa and has excellent heat resistance, still able to bloom in large flower seas in the summer. It also has excellent disease resistance, according to the editor's own experience in growing blue snowflakes and feedback from many flower enthusiasts, this plant hardly has any diseases or pests.
Summer Maintenance Tips
Blue Snowflake is a plant that enjoys sunlight and requires more than 6 hours of sunlight per day. The optimal temperature is between 15-25 degrees Celsius, and it will be frostbitten if the temperature drops below 8 degrees. Blue Snowflake is a plant that loves moisture, and watering must be paid attention to during summer maintenance. If the soil is dry for a long time, its delicate flowers will quickly wither, severely affecting the view. Blue Snowflake enjoys fertilizer, and whenever new branches grow, it should be fertilized every 7 days or so.
2. Hydrangea
What flowers are suitable for a non-ventilated enclosed balcony
Hydrangea, as its name suggests, has an umbrella-like flower branch that turns into a large ball of flowers when fully open, and the color of its flowers can change, with different varieties having various colors, creating a dazzling and vibrant display. The blooming period of hydrangeas is mainly from June to August, making it one of the few plants that can bloom in the hot summer. Hydrangeas prefer a semi-shaded environment and are suitable for enclosed balconies with poor lighting.
Summer Maintenance Tips
Hydrangea prefers a warm and humid semi-shaded environment, with an optimal growth temperature of 18-28 degrees Celsius. When the temperature exceeds 30 degrees Celsius in the summer, proper shading should be done. Hydrangea loves water and has very poor drought resistance, especially in the summer when the water in the pot evaporates relatively quickly, it is necessary to water the hydrangea frequently to maintain its vitality.
3. Euphorbia milii
Euphorbia milii, also known as crown-of-thorns, is a climbing shrub in the Euphorbiaceae family. It is native to Madagascar, Africa, and is a tropical plant with good heat resistance, still able to grow and bloom normally in high summer temperatures.