5 Low-Maintenance Flowers And Plants To Brighten Your Balcony This Spring

The spring season calls for vibrant blooms. But if you are looking for vibrancy plus low-maintenance blooms and plants, then we have got you covered. These pretty green plants will add a vibrant touch to your balcony without much effort. They barely need water and thrive in pots and have good heat tolerance, making each plant on the list Ideal for beginners.

5 Low-Maintenance Flowers And Plants To Brighten Your Balcony This Spring

1. Marigold (Genda):

Probably one of the most poular flowers in India, especially in the spring season, is the marigold. Other than their beautiful appearance, marigolds are also known to keep the insects away and give off a fresh, flowery smell with little care.

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Sunlight Needs: Full sun
Watering Frequency: 2-3 times/week
Bloom Time (Spring): April-June

2. Portulaca (9 o'clock):

These aesthetically pleasing open-petalled blooms will truly bloom in the spring season. Additionally, they are drought-tolerant flowering succulents and low-maintenance.

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Sunlight Needs: Full sun
Watering Frequency: Every 2-3 days
Bloom Time (Spring): March-May

3. Zinnia:

Zinnia are bold red, pink, and orange blooms that light up balconies. Sow directly in pots and grow quickly without fertilisers.

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Sunlight Needs: Full to partial sun
Watering Frequency: 2 times/week
Bloom Time (Spring): April-June

4. Vinca (Sadabahar):

Vinca flowers are also locally known as Sadabahar in India, and you will probably see them growing on their own at almost every Indian household. These shade-loving blooms are low maintenance, thrive in heat and are known as evergreen.

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Sunlight Needs: Keep in Partial shade
Watering Frequency:  Every 3-4 days
Bloom Time (Spring): March-May

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5. Aloe Vera:

Aloe Vera is regarded as a medicinal plant with numerous benefits. Fresh aloe vera gel is also used as part of skincare and is truly low-maintenance.

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Sunlight Needs: Bright indirect light
Watering Frequency: Once/week
Bloom Time (Spring): N/A (foliage plant)

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Each of these plants and flowers is perfect to grow in the spring season as they are known to add vibrancy, aromatic fragrance, and their unique specific benefits to your home. Additionally, use terracotta pots for drainage, and add organic compost for better growth. Happy And Bloomy Spring!