Best winter plants for pots to add colour and life to your home

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Winter can be a dull and dry season, stripping your home of the joy and colour it deserves. However, there are ways to brighten up your space even in the colder months. It just needs a bit of the right intention and careful planning.
There are plenty of options to bring life to your space, including flowering evergreens, textured tree bark, colourful winter-flowering bulbs, and more. Choose the ones that suit your space and are easy to maintain. Here’s a look at the best winter plants for pots to help you.

Violas

What makes them a great option is their versatility. They can grow in borders, containers, gardens, and also as ground cover. They prefer cool, moist environments with well-drained soil and partial shade. Violas are delicate yet brighten up any space and can be used as a display ornament. Since their size is small, they can be potted and managed without hassle.

Snapdragons

No better way to add a unique dimension to your place than with snapdragons, as they come in a wide variety of colours and heights. They don’t hang down; instead, they grow tall in vibrant shades of orange, yellow, red, and more. They bloom in the cool weather and can be placed in mixed containers.

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Bergenia

Bergenia is a hardy plant that can survive the harshest climate. Many varieties turn their colour in cold weather, including Pig Squeak, which becomes dark purple, enhancing their aesthetic appeal. Other varieties, like Bergenia Ciliata, produce flowers even in late winter. For best results, ensure the soil isn’t waterlogged or frozen when you plant.

Calendula

To get vibrant orange or yellow blooms in the winter months, sow plant seeds directly in pots between September and November. It is perfect for the cold weather, and grows well in full sun, well-drained soil, requiring only moderate watering. It can be placed in pots in spaces that look drab.

Cyclamens

These cool-season plants thrive when temperatures drop. They are bound to brighten your home as their petals come in a variety of pinks, reds and whites. They can be placed in shady corners and doorways, as they feature pretty, butterfly-shaped flowers and attractive, patterned leaves. Even when they’re not blooming, their leaves still make your winter pots look interesting.

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FAQs on growing plants at home in winter season:

1. How often should I water indoor plants in winter?

Less frequently—usually once every 7–10 days, depending on soil dryness.

2. Do indoor plants need extra light in winter?
Yes, shorter days mean less sunlight, so placing plants near windows or using grow lights helps.

3. How can I keep plants warm during winter?

Keep them away from cold drafts, windows at night, and avoid placing them near heaters.

4. Should I fertilize plants in winter?

Most plants grow slower, so fertilizing can be reduced or paused until spring.