Five Must-Grow Flowers In January

Are you searching for Indian blooms in the month of January? Indian winter is the best season to grow a variety of flowers in your garden. If you've promised yourself that you'll make a green start to the year, now is the time to do it. Here are the most favorite flowers from India in the month of January- 

MARIGOLD

Marigold is one of the most important flowers cultivated in India. Marigold is popular due to its easy culture and wide adaptability, wide attractive colours, shape, size, and good keeping quality. It requires a mild climate for luxuriant growth and flowering.

(French Marigold seeds via Urvann)

CARE INSTRUCTIONS

• SUNLIGHT-this plant needs full bright sunlight to partial shade. prefer to keep them where is lots of sunshine in order to help flowers develop naturally. 
• WATER-this plant doesn't need regular watering. water the plant twice or thrice a week until the soil dries out a bit. 
• IDEAL SOIL MIX-A rich soil mix (compost, cocopeat, and sand) is preferable while planting as required.
• PROPAGATION-  It can be easily propagated through seeds in the soil.
• FERTILIZER- Fertilize once every 2-3 weeks in its main growing season. Prefer to use balanced and diluted fertilizer as required.

SUNFLOWER 

Sunflowers are well-known, easy-to-grow plants with lovely blooms that are loved by all gardeners. They thrive in full light and aren't particular about soil, making them one of the easiest flowers to grow.

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CARE INSTRUCTIONS

• SUNLIGHT-This plant needs full bright sunlight. prefer to keep them where is lots of sunshine in order to help flowers develop naturally.
• WATER-They need lots of water when the plant first starts to grow but are slightly drought tolerant once established. Consistent watering is especially important just before and just after blooming.
• IDEAL SOIL MIX-Sunflowers aren’t picky about the soil. Sunflowers tolerate rocky and sandy soils; to be sure though, sunflowers grown in rich soil will grow taller and fuller than those that aren’t.
• PROPAGATION-  It can be easily propagated through seeds in the soil.
• FERTILIZER- Fertilize once every 2-3 weeks in its main growing season. Prefer to use balanced and diluted fertilizer as required.

COSMOS

Cosmos are freely flowering annual plants that are easy to grow by sprinkling some seeds in the garden.

(Cosmos Sulphureus (Yellow) Hybrid Seeds via Urvann)

CARE INSTRUCTIONS

• SUNLIGHT- Initially, keep the seed in a shaded or low sunlight area. After germination, when you see a sprout of the plant, keep it in moderate sunlight for proper growth. 
• WATER-Water regularly in a moderate amount.
• IDEAL SOIL MIX-Use nutrient-rich soil with cocopeat for a satisfactory bloom.
• PROPAGATION-  It can be easily propagated through seeds in the soil.
• FERTILIZER- Fertilize once every 2-3 weeks in its main growing season. Prefer to use balanced and diluted fertilizer as required.

VINCA (SADABAHAR)

Vinca is the most popular flowering plant in households. This bright plant finds a home in all sorts of gardens because of its wonderful colours.

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CARE INSTRUCTIONS

• SUNLIGHT-Vinca or Periwinkle grows well in different light conditions in bright sunny conditions as well as indirect sunlight. 
• WATER-Water well once the planting is done as they require more water in the beginning. Once plants are established, water only during extended droughts.
• IDEAL SOIL MIX-Use nutrient-rich soil with cocopeat for a satisfactory bloom.
• PROPAGATION-  It can be easily propagated through seeds in the soil.
• FERTILIZER- Add any organic fertilizer once or twice a season.

ZINNIA

Zinnia blooms are one of the easiest annuals to grow and display a burst of colour wherever they go. They are an excellent choice for first-time flower gardeners because they grow fast and reliably. You can't go wrong with their low care requirements and range of sizes and forms.

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CARE INSTRUCTIONS

• SUNLIGHT-Zinnia prefers full bright sun. 
• WATER-Although they can tolerate dry conditions, they will do much better with consistent moisture in the soil.
• IDEAL SOIL MIX- While zinnias aren’t particularly picky about their soil, they do prefer it to be fertile, humus-rich, well-drained. 
• PROPAGATION-  It can be easily propagated through seeds in the soil.
• FERTILIZER- Add any organic fertilizer once or twice a season.

With little care and effort, you can grow a beautiful garden with these flowers as well!

Which flower according to you is the easiest to grow? Let us know in the comments below!