Varanda do Casal, por Anna Luiza Rothier / (Denilson Machado/CASACOR)
The
balcony is, naturally, a place for contemplation in the home, a place to relax in the late afternoon, read a book, get together with family and chat. And there is nothing better to decorate this space than
flowers and plants . According to Juana Martinez, a florist and partner of Flores Online,
contact with plants brings countless benefits to everyday life . “Filling an environment with plant life has the power to make us more patient, reducing stress, and allowing us to breathe purer air surrounded by at dawn”, he says.
Varanda do Casal, por Anna Luiza Rothier. CASACOR Rio de Janeiro 2021. (Denilson Machado/CASACOR)
First of all, however, it is essential to understand
which species are best suited to this type of location . “Being aware of the conditions of the location is also essential to avoid damaging the flowers: observing the
light conditions ,
wind circulation and understanding their
maintenance are important aspects to make your balcony garden flourish even more”, he adds. Below,
we list the top 5 flowers to grow on your balcony, check it out !
1. Geranium
Its height can vary between 30 and 50 centimeters: this is the
petunia , a flower that grows in clusters and is
ideal for placing in pots in balcony gardens . The flowers can have smooth or wavy edges; in addition, they can have a scent. striking.
3. Zinnia
A very present flower, which can measure between 15 and 90 centimeters in height, the
zinnia is a large flower with
intense colors , generally reddish, yellow and pink tones. They can be single, double or bicolored. And a great positive point: zinnia is
well known for attracting butterflies .
4. Orchid
Orchids are famous and very popular. Because they come in
a variety of shapes, sizes and colors – which perfectly fit into the balcony setting – orchids can bloom up to three times a year. In nature, they propagate and reproduce mainly by seeds. .
5. Amethyst
Immortalized in Chico Buarque's Teresinha, the
amethyst is characterized by blooming all year round, in addition to being
resistant to wind and cold , and has fragrant leaves that stand out.
