Recommended Perennial Herbaceous Flowers for Balcony Planting: Five Suitable Varieties

For those who love growing flowers on the balcony, choosing perennial herbaceous flowers is undoubtedly a wise decision. They are not only tenacious and easy to care for, but also have long flowering periods and high ornamental value. Below are five recommendations for perennial herbaceous flowers suitable for balcony planting, in the hope of adding a touch of beauty and vitality to your balcony.

Cyclamen

Cyclamen (Cyclamen persicum) is a perennial herbaceous flower of the Primulaceae family. It blooms every autumn and winter, and the flowering period can last until May of the following year, with an exceptionally long ornamental period. Its plant type is not tall, usually 30 to 40 cm, and its leaves are heart-shaped with unusual markings on them. The flowers bloom in clusters from the center of the leaf rosette, shaped like rabbit ears, with delicate and colorful blooms, and it looks very beautiful grown on a balcony or windowsill. When caring for it, note that cyclamen is not cold-tolerant and needs to be kept in an environment above 0 degrees Celsius. The soil is best a loose leaf mold, and watering should follow the principle of watering as soon as the soil is dry.

Kalanchoe

The kalanchoe (Kalanchoe blossfeldiana) plant is very short, but it produces an enormous number of flowers, with a flowering period spanning spring, autumn and winter, making it arguably the best long-lasting flower for growing on a balcony or windowsill. Kalanchoe leaves are thick and rounded, with glossy color, and the flowers are brilliant and colorful, with very high visual appeal. When caring for kalanchoe, since it is not cold-tolerant, it is best kept in an environment above 10 degrees Celsius, especially on a windowsill in a heated room. Use sandy soil or granular soil, and there is no need to water frequently; simply soak water up from the bottom of the tray.

Petunia

Petunia (Petunia hybrida) is a perennial herbaceous flower of the Solanaceae family. In warm places it blooms in all four seasons, with a long flowering period and abundant blooms, and it can usually flower continuously all year round. It readily blooms on sunny balconies and windowsills, and with frequent pruning it easily fills a pot. When caring for petunias, increase the light; in places where the light is not very strong, it is best grown in a hanging basket. Do not water too frequently; insist on watering only after the potting soil has dried out completely, pinch back frequently to encourage side branches, and apply a water-soluble fertilizer once every half month to promote flowering.

Moss Rose

Moss rose (Portulaca grandiflora), also known as "the plant that cannot be killed"

Brazilian Bachelor's Button

Brazilian bachelor's button (Erigeron karvinskianus) has rich flower colors and an enormous number of blooms, and possesses the beauty of gradually shaded fine leaves; it is a perennial plant. Its flowering period can last until November, and it is very resilient, tolerating both heat and cold, and can grow well whether in the south or the north. When caring for Brazilian bachelor's button, give it plenty of light, water it by the principle of watering when dry and stopping when wet, and fertilize about once every 15 days. Because it is resilient and easy to care for, it is an ideal choice for balcony planting.

These five perennial herbaceous flowers - cyclamen, kalanchoe, petunia, moss rose and Brazilian bachelor's button - are all very suitable for growing on a balcony. They not only have high ornamental value, but are also easy to care for, and can add a unique touch of beauty and vitality to your balcony. If you also like growing flowers on your balcony, why not give these herbaceous flowers a try!