What plants bloom in autumn? A rundown of ten autumn flowers
Autumn weather is cool, a time when all things ripen and bear fruit, crops mature, and farmers are busy with the harvest. Some say autumn is golden yellow, but it is not only about the farm work - plenty of colorful flowers also bloom in autumn. Do you know what plants bloom in autumn? Besides osmanthus, chrysanthemum, cotton rose hibiscus and red spider lily, there are also moth orchid, crabapple, rosemary, verbena, rose of Sharon and golden camellia.
1. Osmanthus
Among the flowers that bloom in autumn, the one that can least be overlooked is the osmanthus. Its rich fragrance, carried for miles, is unforgettable, and since ancient times it has enjoyed the fine reputation of "osmanthus blooming everywhere in the eighth month." Osmanthus is one of China's traditional top ten famous flowers; its petite golden-yellow petals are richly fragrant. Whether admiring the osmanthus under the tree or gathering the petals to make osmanthus cake, it is a special kind of pleasure.
2. Chrysanthemum
The chrysanthemum is also a beautiful sight amid the rustling autumn wind, and among the plants that bloom in autumn it is the flower with the most character. Since ancient times, no few men of letters have praised the chrysanthemum: "It would rather die holding its fragrance on the branch; how could it ever be blown down in the north wind?" This clearly and vividly shows the proud spirit and lofty aloofness of the chrysanthemum, one of the four gentlemen among flowers.
3. Cotton rose hibiscus
The cotton rose hibiscus is also a bright, beautiful flower that blooms in the autumn wind; its plant form is lovely and its color changes easily. Often a single tree will produce flowers of differing colors. When it first opens it is deep red, and as it slowly unfurls the color fades to pink, then gradually transforms to white as the blooms grow ever more abundant.
4. Red spider lily
The red spider lily, said in legend to grow in the underworld, actually blooms in autumn too. This is an amaryllis-family flower that grows in rather shady, damp environments, and when it opens there are no leaves, only a cluster of claw-shaped blooms. A sea of red spider lilies is even more beautiful, with unbroken red flowers stretching on and on. The red spider lily sees no leaves, and the leaves see no flower, like a pair of lovers cursed never to meet.
5. Moth orchid
The moth orchid (Phalaenopsis) is a rather delicate species among orchids. It blooms in late autumn, and its beautiful petals and bright colors give a feeling of vitality to the bleak autumn. Moth orchids are very hard to grow and it is difficult to see them bloom, so the moth orchid symbolizes the lovely meaning of good fortune arriving.
6. Crabapple
The crabapple is also a beautiful flower that blooms in autumn. Crabapple flowers are small, but once they bloom, the branches are full of them, cluster upon cluster, and very luxuriant. Its flowers come in a great many colors - red, pink and also white - creating a feeling of abundance amid the rustling autumn wind. If several crabapple trees bloom at the same time, there really is a kind of spectacular beauty.
7. Rosemary
Many people think of rosemary as a seasoning used in cooking, but rosemary is a natural, precious spice. In fact, rosemary does bloom; it flowers in autumn, with pale purple, dainty little blooms and a rich fragrance. Frequently smelling rosemary also has the effect of refreshing the mind.
8. Verbena
Verbena is a pretty small flower that blooms in autumn, and its colors are highly variable - pink, orange and purple are all extremely common. This flower is suited to growing in warm regions, and is especially suitable for planting in roadside flower beds to improve urban landscaping and add luster to the city.
9. Rose of Sharon
The rose of Sharon mostly blooms in summer and autumn. It is a highly ornamental flower with exceedingly vivid colors. It is suitable for planting in courtyards or growing at home. The rose of Sharon is often used to decorate cities; it can absorb sulfur dioxide and some harmful chlorides, and also has an adsorbing effect on dust in the air, giving it a strong role in purifying and beautifying the city.
10. Golden camellia
Many people do not know the golden camellia. This flower is the twin sister of the camellia and the sasanqua. Its flowering period is exactly in the clear, crisp days of autumn, and it is even a first-class protected flower plant of the country. The color of the golden camellia is as dazzling as gold, and the flowers are crystal-clear and glossy as if coated with a layer of wax; viewed through sunlight, they seem almost translucent. This flower is also praised by foreigners as the magical oriental tea, a national treasure of the plant world, comparable to the giant panda.
Through the introduction above, I believe everyone now understands just what plants bloom in autumn. These 10 autumn flowers will make the bleak autumn scenery incomparably splendid.