Who doesn't love flowering plants? Watching them grow and develop buds, and watching those buds bloom into wonderful flowers that leave you absolutely awestruck when you see them - flowering plants are the biggest delight to have at home.
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But the concern of a lot of home gardeners lays in the fact that none of these flowers last more than a few months. In some cases, some of them wilt within a matter of days. Well, what can you do? Such is the life cycle of flowering plants. Some of them last a few months, others a few days, while some even last only a few hours or overnight. But what if we told you that there are a few different types of flowers that bloom almost 365 days a year when cared for properly?
We know that we'd go absolutely crazy and would want to grow these flowers just so we could have a year-round display of stunning flowering and vibrant colors all throughout our gardens. Well, in case you're just like us, we've written this blog to tell you about 10 different 365 days flowering plants in India.
So, without saying more, let's get into it!
• 10 Flowers that Bloom All Year Round
Here is a list of 10 flowering plants that will leave you awestruck with their vibrant and year-round blooms. But hey, it's a give and take. So, remember - if you give them the right care, they will reward you with their wonderful blooms!
1. The Rangoon Creeper
Also known as Combretum indicum scientifically, this wonderful flowering plant is vibrant with a beautiful trailing habit. As its name suggests, it grows as a creeper and the right care brings about its stunning red flower clusters.
Native to parts of Asia, this gorgeous plant is also more than just a looker. So, not only will you witness its stunning blooms year-round but also, you will be able to harness some of its medicinal benefits with the right kind of know how.
✻ Basics of Rangoon Creeper Care
| Light Requirements | Full sun for at least 6-8 hours |
| Soil Preferences | Well-drained and aerated, fertile soil |
| Watering the Plant | Every week, check soil before watering |
| Seasons to Plant | All year |
| Major Pests to Watch Out For | Aphids and mealybugs |
2. Anthurium Plant
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Often known as one of the best indoor plants in the world of home gardening, the Anthurium is beloved by many worldwide. But did you know that this flowering plant also blooms all year?
The wholesome heart-shaped leaves of the plant and its glossy, stand-out red blooms make it a great option for homes. It is easy to care for and a little care goes a long way for the Anthurium plant, allowing you to enjoy year-long blooms effortlessly!
✻ Basics of Anthurium Plant Care
| Light Requirements | Bright, indirect sunlight |
| Soil Preferences | Well-drained and aerated soil, use Ugaoo's Pot-o-Mix |
| Watering Needs | Water twice a week |
| Major Pests to Watch Out For | Aphids, mealybugs, thrips, spider mites |
3. Jasmine
Did you know that the Jasmine plant belongs to the Olive family? These flowering plants are widely grown for their fragrance Often, these plants are grown near fences and windows as they creep wonderfully and create the best natural privacy shield.
These are one of the most commonly seen flowering plants in India and are easy to care for and relatively less fussy than other outdoor flowering plants. So, give it the right care and it will give you its year-long blooms!
✻ Basics of Jasmine Plant Care
| Light Requirements | Full sun every day |
| Soil Preferences | Consistently moist but also well-drained and aerated, loamy soil |
| Watering the Plant | Water once a week, in summers check if your plant needs more watering by seeing if the soil is moist or dry between watering sessions, with your fingers |
| Season to Plant | July-August, January-February |
| Pests to Watch Out For | Aphids, fungus, mealybugs, scales, caterpillars |
4. Lantana Plants
The reputation of these plants precedes them and even if you haven't heard of them, you're sure to have seen them before. Lantana plants are known to be extremely invasive and if their growth is not controlled, they can easily grow out of control, taking over the whole space where they grow.
However, when they are grown in controlled environments such as pots and planters, they can grow beautifully without affecting your garden. Additionally, these flowers bloom all year long and provide you with the most wonderful aesthetics, as well as medicinal benefits.
✻ Basics of Lantana Plant Care
| Light Requirements | Full sun, every day |
| Soil Preferences | Well-drained loose and sandy soil, with organically fertile matter |
| Watering the Plant | One inch water every week |
| Seasons to Plant | Spring months |
| Pests to Watch Out For | Aphids |
5. Geraniums
The scientific name of these flowering plants is Pelargonium. However, a commonly used name is Cranesbills. This beautiful flower in India is a sight for sore eyes because its not everywhere that you can come across it. But contrary to popular belief, this plant is easier to grow than you'd think.
These stunners are more than just pretty faces because their plants have medicinal benefits like no other. Moreover, the reason why it's so popular is because these wonderful flowers can be grown both indoors and outdoors, in the ground and in pots!
✻ Basics of Geranium Plant Care
| Light Requirements | 6-8 hours full sun every day |
| Soil Preferences | Light, porous, well-drained, rich in organic matter, use Perlite in pots |
| Watering Needs | 1-2 times every week |
| Seasons to Plant | April-May |
| Pests to Watch Out For | Caterpillars, leaf-eating worms, aphids |
6. Peace Lily
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As its name suggests, the Peace Lily is often known to be a harbinger of peace and calmness. Its pearly white blooms are symbols of peace and its lovely leaves add the touch of serenity to an already perfect plant.
What's even better is that this plant is one of the most effective and well-known indoor air purifiers. Additionally, it is super low maintenance and perfect for you if you're a first time gardener. This plant produce flowers that bloom all year and never fail to amaze with their timeless aesthetics.
✻ Basics of Peace Lily Plant Care
| Light Requirements | Low light or bright, indirect light |
| Soil Preferences | Well-drained and aerated soil, mix in Coco Peat for best results |
| Watering Needs | Twice a week |
| Pests to Watch For | Mealybugs, spider mites, aphids, fungus gnats |
7. Desert Rose
Sounds poetic, we know. But its blooms really do its name justice. Known as Adenium obesum scientifically, the Desert Rose are 365 flowering plants that produce the most wonderfully vibrant blooms.
This is often used as a bonsai plant and is super slow-growing, growing only a few inches every year. Moreover, this plant is said to bring great wealth and health to its owners. Additionally, it is low maintenance and will give you the most lovely pink flowers all year.
✻ Basics of Desert Rose Plant Care
| Light Requirements | Bright, indirect sunlight; 6-8 hours a day |
| Soil Preferences | Sandy, well-drained, can use Ugaoo's Cactus and Succulent Potting Mix |
| Watering the Plant | Every 1-2 weeks |
| Seasons to Grow | Spring months |
| Pests to Watch For | Aphids, mealybugs, scale insects |
8. Begonia
Looking for picture-perfect flowering plants in India? Begonias have got your back! Wonderful foliage and vibrant blooms, these stunners are perfect for all kinds of gardens. Plus, they bring want you want most - flowers that bloom all year (with the right kind of care).
These flowers do best in tropical and subtropical regions as they are native to such areas. So, a lot of these flowering plants do great when planted indoors and given a lot of humidity. No wonder these make for such popular houseplants because they're also easier to grow than the rest.
✻ Basics of Begonia Plant Care
| Light Requirements | Bright, indirect sunlight |
| Soil Preferences | Any soil that drains well |
| Watering the Plant | Every 2-4 days |
| Seasons to Plant | Early Spring months |
| Pests to Watch Out For | Mealybugs, spider mites, powdery mildew, gnats, slugs |
9. Bougainvillea
In some parts of our country, Bougainvillea is a common household name because this is one of the most commonly used flowering plants in India. They are used for borders, hedges, along the dividers on highways and others roads, and for a lot more reasons. This is all because of their versatility and year-round vibrancy.
With their delicate, papery blooms, Bougainvillea plants provide the most wonderful aesthetics. So, if you've got the time and space, this will make for the perfect flowering plant with different types of flowering in different colors such as purple and white.
✻ Basics of Bougainvillea Plant Care
| Light Requirements | 6-8 hours of full sunlight at least |
| Soil Preferences | Rich, loamy soil with organic matter |
| Watering the Plant | 2 times a week, deep watering at least once every week |
| Seasons to Plant | Just after summer ends - i.e. post May |
| Common Pests | Spider mites, leaf miners, aphids, mealybugs |
10. Hibiscus
As part of the Mallow family, it is only fitting that the Hibiscus flower is absolutely stunning. These flowers are huge and grow to almost the size of a normal-size human palm. They come in a variety of different colors and do best in tropical or subtropical areas.
These flowers that bloom all year with the right kind of care are also more than just lookers. They are known for being used in teas and offer a wide variety of medicinal benefits.
✻ Basics of Hibiscus Plant Care
| Light Requirements | 6-8 hours of full sunlight or bright, indirect light |
| Soil Preferences | Sandy and loamy but not too heavy or rich |
| Watering Needs | Once every day and twice every day during hot summers |
| Seasons to Plant | Spring months |
| Common Pests | Aphids, whiteflies, mealybugs, caterpillar, spider mites |
With the right kind of care and love, this plants can become your favorite indoor companions, providing you with the most perfect flowers that bloom all year. So, which one will you be picking and growing this year?
