Who says you can’t have a garden in winter? Not me! I’ve been growing these gorgeous flowers inside for years now. Now my house is full of color all winter long.
Want to know my secret?
Here are 17 flowers that’ll brighten up your home.
1. Christmas Cactus
This stunning succulent has become a staple in my holiday decor. I love using it for Christmas decorations and gifts. Here’s a little trick I’ve learned: when you notice buds forming, place the plant in a sunny spot. It’s like magic watching those beautiful blooms unfurl!
2. Poinsettia
Nothing says “festive season” quite like a poinsettia. I’ve been growing these indoors for years, and they never fail to bring that cozy Christmas cheer to my living room during the coldest months.
3. Begonias
When I’m craving a pop of color in my winter decor, begonias are my go-to. These versatile plants can bloom all year round, even during the colder months. They’re like little rays of sunshine on a dreary winter day!
4. Desert Rose
I’m fascinated by this unique succulent with its mini tree shape. Growing it indoors during winter has become one of my favorite gardening projects. It’s such a treat to see it produce flowers when everything outside is dormant.
5. African Violets
If you’re new to indoor gardening like I once was, African violets are a great place to start. They’re one of the easiest house plants to grow. I keep mine in a sunny spot indoors, which encourages more of those lovely flowers.
6. Cyclamen
From December to April, my cyclamen fills the house with its fragrant blooms. I’m always in awe of its silver marbled heart-shaped foliage – it’s like a work of art!
7. Moth Orchid
The elegant flowers of the moth orchid never fail to impress my winter guests. I’ve found the key to success is giving them 4 to 6 hours of indirect bright sunlight daily.
8. Clivia Lily
With its orange and yellow blooms, my clivia lily adds a warm, cozy feel to my home. It thrives in the dry, cool conditions of my house during winter.
9. Peace Lily
I love how my peace lily adds a touch of green height to the corner of my living room. Those flag-like white flowers are simply gorgeous! Just remember, if you have kids or pets, keep this one out of reach as it’s poisonous.
10. Ixora
This impressive plant grows up to 4 to 5 feet tall, making it perfect for that empty corner in your room. I’m always amazed by its range of bloom colors – orange, yellow, pink, white, and bright red.
11. Amaryllis
Amaryllis has become my winter bloom superstar. It naturally flowers between December and March, making it ideal for indoor winter growing.
12. Goldfish Plant
The whimsical flowers of this plant never fail to make me smile – they really do look like tiny goldfish! Mine bloom in shades of orange, yellow, and red. The secret? Plenty of bright but indirect light all day long.
13. Paperwhite
I love the sweet fragrance of paperwhites during the winter months. These bulbs are so easy to grow indoors, even for a novice like I once was.
14. Lipstick Plant
This vining beauty with its tubular red flowers is a real showstopper in my indoor winter garden. While it usually blooms in late summer, I’ve found it keeps flowering right through the colder months.
15. Purple Shamrock
This South American native has stolen my heart with its delicate five-petal flowers in purple, white, or pink. I find it fascinating how the flowers open during the day and close at night – nature’s own light show!
16. Anthurium
Even though it’s a tropical plant, my anthurium thrives during the colder months with a little extra TLC. I make sure it gets 5 to 6 hours of bright sunlight daily.
17. Crown of Thorns
For those who don’t mind a bit of danger with their beauty, the crown of thorns is a winter bloomer to consider. Just be careful with those long, sharp spines – I keep mine well away from curious hands and paws!