The spring is here and with it the desire for fresh green and colorful flowers. But which plants are best suited for this season? Here are some tips for the best spring flowers that will brighten up your garden or balcony. These flowers are available in bloom at most garden centers. If you want to grow them yourself, you should start already in the previous year.
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Narcissus
Narcissus or daffodils belong to the bulb flowers and bloom from March to May. They are easy to care for and hardy and thrive in both sun and shade. You can plant them in groups in the bed or lawn, or in pots on the patio or balcony. The lovely scents of daffodils attract bees and butterflies and will sweeten your spring. They usually last until the end of April.
Primroses
Primroses are the first harbingers of spring and delight us with their vibrant colors. They come in many varieties, differing in size, shape and flower color. They prefer a semi-shady to shady location and moist, humus-rich soil. Primroses can be planted in beds, trays or hanging baskets and require regular watering and fertilizing. Usually they last a little longer than daffodils in will accompany you throughout the spring until the end of May.
Crocuses
Krokusse are a classic spring flower that bloom in bright colors such as yellow, purple, and white. They prefer a sunny to semi-shaded location and are very easy to care for. Planted in autumn, they are suitable for both beds and pots on the balcony or terrace. The delicate flowers of the crocuses are also a popular food for bees and butterflies.
Pansies
Pansies or violas bloom from March to June and are the little sisters of violets. Their characteristic faces on the petals come in many color combinations. They like a sunny to semi-shaded location and a loose, nutrient-rich soil. You can plant them in beds, pots or boxes and prune them regularly to promote flowering.
Forget-me-nots
They are the delicate beauties among spring flowers and have small, sky-blue flowers with a yellow eye, which give off a lovely fragrance. They like a partial shade to shady location and moist, humus-rich soil. You can plant them in beds, bowls or hanging baskets and enjoy their romantic sight. Forget-me-nots last the longest of all the flowers mentioned here and can even bloom beyond spring into early summer in June.
Summary
These five plants are just a few examples of the best spring plants that can beautify your garden or balcony. Of course, there are many other types that you can discover. It is important that you know the needs of your plants and give them appropriate care and attention. Then you will be rewarded with lush blooms. Have fun gardening!
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