Do you know the plants that bloom in winter? Discover them here

Who said that winter was a sad season for the garden? Here are 13 plants that display their flowers at this time

Surely, if we ask you about typical spring flowers, a few come to mind right away.

The same with summer and even autumn.

But what about winter flowers? 

Of those, you are likely to come up with less. And it is not because of a lack of them. It’s just that we always associate the warm months with the flowers and the cold ones with the lethargy of the plants.

Nothing could be further from the truth.

There are so many plants that bloom in winter. Species that stand up to the cold and display all their beauty in the months when the rest are sleeping.

And here we are going to introduce you to several of them.

After reading this article, you will no longer say that winter is a sad season. 

The 13 best plants that bloom in winter 

In this list, we have included both flowering plants and shrubs that usually bloom during this time.

And surely many of them sound quite familiar to you.

We started.

1. Chrysanthemum

The chrysanthemum is a plant that never goes unnoticed.

Its colourful pom-pom-shaped flowers (with red, orange, yellow, and even white colours) have made it a highly prized species for decorative purposes.

In Spain, we often associate it with the Day of the Dead (precisely because it blooms during this time), but depending on the country it has a different meaning. It is even the national flower of Japan!

If you take good care of it, its flowers will last until December and even beyond.

Of course, be sure to offer lots of light (indirect better), because if not the flowers will remain closed.

Also, remember that this plant does not like heat. Above 18ºC it can wilt, so be careful with the heating.

To make it bloom more strongly, you can use a special fertilizer for flowering plants.

2. Hippeastrum

Hippeastrum are a family of plants that have one thing in common: they love the cold.

They usually bloom when the temperature is low, below 15 or 16ºC more or less. Its flowers are very large and flared, and they have a very intense red colour. They usually last 3 to 4 weeks.

It is a bulbous plant, so it is recommended that you water it by immersion.

3. Bergenia crassifolia

The name says it all.

The Winter Hydrangea blooms between late winter and early spring. During these dates, it displays delicate pink flowers with a bell shape. 

It is a plant that demands a lot of water, so be sure to water it often. Otherwise, it will not produce flowers.

You can have its outdoors without problem because it supports low temperatures well. In fact, it is often used as a cover plant.

4. Wisteria Sinensis

One of the most popular climbing plants.

Wisteria is a species highly prized for its flowering. Between late winter and early spring, its branches open in an explosion of flowers, which fall in purple, white or pink clusters.

It is widely used as a decorative species in pergolas for this same reason.

Also, if you take good care of it, this climber plan will live with you for many years (there are some that live more than a century!). All it needs is deep soil to root in and a good dose of light.

Here you can learn more about this plant and how to take care of it.

5. Pansy

Pansy is a flower more typical of autumn. However, if we take good care of it, it is able to continue giving flowers well into spring.

Its flowers are a true work of natural art.

It has very recognizable rounded petals, in which white, purple, yellow colours are mixed.

In addition, it is a highly appreciated species for its ability to withstand the cold, so it is usually located outdoors. Of course, make sure it receives semi-shade because otherwise, a too intense sun could burn its leaves. 

6. Cyclamen

This plant goes the other way around the world: it wakes up with the cold and sleeps with the heat.

And it's not a joke.

If the temperature rises above 16ºC, the cyclamen will think that it is time to go into dormancy and will discard all its flowers. It is something that you must take into account if you decide to grow it indoors.

Prune the faded flowers and use a fertilizer for flowering plants, and you will make the cyclamen last in bloom throughout the fall and winter.

In this post we tell you everything about how to take care of cyclamen.

7. Camellia

This plant is of oriental origin, but it has long ago made a name for itself in Europe. And it does not surprise us at all, considering its beautiful flowering.

Camellia colours range from white to purple, through yellow, red or pink. There are even many that usually present two colours at the same time.

Like many plants on this list, it is sensitive to excessive heat and hot drafts, such as those from heating. That is why it is important that you place it in a cool place and, if possible, that you take it out a few hours a day to the balcony or a window. 

Even if you want, you can grow it as an outdoor plant because it is very resistant to cold. 

8. Christmas Cactus

The name says it all.

This plant is one of the queens of the Christmas season (with permission from Poinsettia).

The reason is its showy flowering. 

At the end of winter, coinciding with the arrival of Christmas, this cactus displays impressive pink flowers, which can also be red, white or purple depending on the variety.

The flowers themselves last very little, but the cactus produces new ones for a long time and constantly.

Despite being a cactus, it is a fairly demanding plant with watering, especially during the growth period.

9. Hellebore

This plant is also known as “Christmas Rose”.

It is a plant that blooms during winter and is often used for ornamental purposes. Its flowers are born around November and can last until March.

It is a plant that loves light. If you want it to produce flowers in large quantities, place it outside and in a place where it receives plenty of hours of sun. 

Not only does it withstand the cold well, but it is also even capable of surviving severe frosts.

10. Jasminum nudiflorum

Another shrub is widely grown as a climbing plant. 

Winter jasmine is a variety that has adapted to cold temperatures, although if frosts occur in your area, it is good to cover the ground with an insulating layer.

The flowers are born between December and January, they are small and yellow. A curious detail is that, unlike the rest of its family, the yellow jasmine flowers hardly emit any aroma (but they make up for it with their beauty).

If you take good care of it and add compost, it will last in bloom until early spring.

11. Poinsettia

This plant needs no introduction.

The poinsettia is the quintessential winter flower. Its red leaves (which are not really flowers but bracts) have made it a favourite for centrepieces. 

If you take good care of it, it can last from winter to winter. Here we explain how.

(By the way, if you want a centrepiece with a poinsettia, in our nursery you can order yours. Just enter here).

12. Rhododendron

Rhododendron is another famous plant for flowering in winter (although there are actually some varieties within this family that do so in spring).

It is a shrub that is highly prized for the colourful bouquets of flowers it displays. In addition, its resistance to cold is impressive, so you do not have to worry if there are frequent frosts in your area.

13. Viburnun tinus

One of the most rustic plants.

This shrub is native to the Mediterranean area, so it is used to conditions of:

• Drought.
• Poor grounds.
• Many hours of sunshine.

During the winter, it displays delicate white flowers in the form of bouquets. 

Ready to have a blooming garden also during the winter?

As you can see, there are many plants that bloom in winter.

We hope this guide has helped you discover a few and know how to have a garden full of flowers all year round.

If you are interested, on our blog you will also find content such as:

The best 12 spring plants to fill your garden (or your terrace) with colour.

Flowering plants for the summer sun.

The 16 best fall flowers and plants to turn your garden into a fall landscape.

Also, if you have any questions about which plants are best for your garden or how to take care of them, you can contact us, and we will gladly help you.