5 flowers suitable for growing in autumn, each with its own character, blooming easily in a full pot

Autumn brings clear skies and crisp air. Now that the hot summer has passed, it is time to get planting something new. Autumn is a period of rapid growth for flowers and plants, and it is also the season best suited to cultivating many varieties. Sow seeds in autumn, let the seedlings overwinter, and they will bloom in the following spring and summer. Watching flowers grow slowly from seeds to bloom, the waiting process is very interesting, especially the confidence and sense of pride one feels after they bloom.

1. Pansy

Pansies are relatively drought-tolerant and prefer a cool environment with plenty of light. They are usually sown by broadcasting in September. The soil in the pot must be well-draining, then cover with soil, water thoroughly with a fine spray bottle, and place in a spot with plenty of light for care.

2. Canterbury bells

Caring for Canterbury bells requires plenty of light and a well-ventilated environment. It prefers deep, fertile, well-draining neutral soil. Its seeds are quite small, so the soil covering must not be too thick. Around 20°C is generally suitable for germination.

3. Daisy

Daisies have low requirements for the growing soil and are mostly sown in August and September. Friends in the north can also sow them in spring. Daisies like a cool climate and dislike heat; they are relatively light-loving yet tolerant of shade. Daisy seeds are quite small, so they are usually propagated by broadcasting.

4. Cornflower

Cornflowers have relatively strong adaptability and like an environment with plenty of light. They are not tolerant of shade or dampness and are relatively drought-tolerant. For care, fertile, loose, well-draining sandy soil is best. They can be sown and propagated in both spring and autumn. Do not cover with too much soil - just enough that the seeds are no longer visible - then press down lightly and water thoroughly.

5. Sweet William

It is drought-tolerant and tolerant of dry conditions, and likes a climate with plenty of sunlight, good ventilation, and cool, moist conditions. For care it needs fertile, loose, well-draining sandy loam. It can generally be propagated by sowing, division, or cuttings, and is relatively easy to care for.