What Flowers Represent Spring
Answering netizens' questions about which flowers represent spring and sharing some knowledge on the easiest-to-care-for all-season flowering plants, the editor will provide a detailed explanation for you below.
Ten kinds of flowers that bloom in spring include forsythia, peach blossoms, pear blossoms, February兰花, magnolia, Chinese redbud, weeping cherry, cherry blossoms, tulips, and azaleas, each variety creating a sea of flowers when in bloom. Flowering heralds spring, bringing joy to people's hearts, and encourages families to go out for a spring outing and enjoy the flowers and spring. Let's get to know these varieties of flowers below.
1. Forsythia - Flowering period: February to April
Spring flowers are relatively cold-resistant, and forsythia is not afraid of severe cold. It doesn't have strict soil requirements and can grow by roadsides, on mountains, and by rivers. Forsythia is one of the earlier blooming flowers in spring, and after its flowers bloom, hundreds of flowers follow. Forsythia is also known as plum blossom in some places, showing the popularity of forsythia flowers, which are not less favored than winter plum blossoms. Forsythia flowers before leaves grow, and the flowers are yellow. Forsythia, plum blossoms, narcissus, and camellia are collectively known as the "Four Friends in Snow."
2. Peach Blossoms - Flowering period: March to June
Peach blossoms also bloom before leaves grow. The pink peach blossoms have high ornamental value and are loved by literary scholars. Cui Hu's "Poem on the South of the City Wall" mentions, "Last year today, in this gate, the peach blossoms and the person's face were映red." Bai Juyi's "Peach Blossoms in Daling Temple" says, "All flowers in the world fade in April, but the peach blossoms in the mountain temple are just beginning to bloom." When peach blossoms are in full bloom, the whole mountain looks like a pink mist, a sea of flowers, very beautiful. In some places, peach blossom festivals are often held when the flowers are in bloom, where tourists can take pictures for keepsakes.
3. Pear Blossoms - Flowering period: April to May
Pear blossoms have white petals, and when they bloom, the whole tree looks like a white flower. When春雨 washes away the petals, it creates another kind of beauty. Pear blossoms symbolize parting, and ancient poems also mention pear blossoms, such as "Treading on the Grass - Light Wind Blows the Willow Catkins; Fine Rain Dampens the Pear Blossoms."
4. Magnolia - Flowering period: February to March
Magnolia, also known as "Looking Forward to Spring," is an early spring flowering species suitable for courtyard planting. Magnolia flowers look like lotuses, with petals unfolding gracefully. Magnolia is also a good anti-pollution绿化 species, able to absorb chlorine gas and sulfur dioxide from the air.
5. February兰花 - Flowering period: April to May
Also known as Zhuge Cai, February兰花 grows in plains, mountains, roadsides, and under tree shade. It is cold and shade-resistant and does not require much sunlight. It has strong vitality and can grow in places with scattered light. When going out for a spring outing, one often sees blue flowers blooming in patches in the forest, forming a unique sea of flowers.
6. Chinese Redbud - Flowering period: March to April
Chinese redbud, whether planted alone or in groups, can form a good ornamental effect. It is often seen by roadsides and in parks. The purple flowers with a touch of green leaves look particularly beautiful and are a memorable flower from my school days.
7. Weeping Cherry - Flowering period: March to April
Weeping cherry grows leaves and flowers together. When in bloom, the pink flowers and嫩绿的 leaves cluster on the branches. Weeping cherry prefers a warm and humid environment and is not strict about soil, making it easy to cultivate. It is also a good species for landscaping.
8. Cherry Blossom - Flowering period: April
Cherry blossoms are an early spring flowering species and a landscape tree. They can form a sea of flowers when in bloom, with the full tree looking romantic, like clouds or mist, very spectacular, and loved by people. Planting cherry blossoms in groups or alone has high ornamental value.
9. Tulip - Flowering period: April to May
Tulips are also plants that create a sea of flowers. Dutch tulips are famous. Tulips are very cold-resistant and suitable for early spring landscaping. Tulips come in many colors and can be planted to form beautiful color belts.
10. Wisteria - Flowering period: April to May
Wisteria flowers bloom in clusters, resembling pagoda flowers. When wisteria blooms, a cluster looks like a string of purple butterflies. Many scenic spots build a wisteria corridor, providing a place for tourists to rest and a unique photo opportunity when the flowers are in bloom.
Other flowers that bloom in spring include rapeseed flowers, hyacinths, azaleas, and beauty plums, all of which are beautiful after flowering. Some places have rapeseed flower seas and azalea appreciation festivals, which are famous tourist attractions. What other spring flowers do you know?
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