Table of Contents
While many embrace more traditional holly and mistletoe bushes at Christmas, winter is the perfect time to think beyond classic holiday decorations and turn your outdoor space into a vibrant year-round masterpiece.
With the ground still warm and frosts yet to fully settle across the country, now is a golden opportunity to plant winter hardy flowers that will ensure your garden dazzles even during the coldest months.
Unfortunately, colder, darker days make it easier for gardeners to neglect their gardens during the winter, but this can lead to more work in the spring.
To keep your outdoor space thriving all year round, the gardening experts at Hayloft have shared five cold-hardy plants that will bring color and life to your conservatory.
Read on to find out which “hardy” and “stunning” plants you can plant this season that are guaranteed to “survive the cold temperatures of winter.”
horn
To add a bold splash of vibrant color to your conservatory, Cornus is the perfect plant with its flame-coloured bark.
Distinguished by its brightly colored stems of red, orange and yellow, this plant is an easy way to add shape and a pop of color to your outdoor space.
Based on advice shared with Birmingham liveHayloft experts say Cornus is “incredibly easy to grow”, while its striking color instantly adds personality to any garden it is planted in, and especially stands out in frost-drenched landscapes.
To keep your outdoor space thriving all year round, the gardening experts at Hayloft have shared five cold-hardy plants that will add color to your winter garden (pictured: Cornus plant)
Camellia
A classic winter favorite among gardening enthusiasts, camellias are considered low-maintenance and remarkably hardy, according to the experts at Hayloft.
Its evergreen leaves keep gardens lush year-round, while its extravagant flowers, ranging from pink to white, add elegance and attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies.
According to the experts at Hayloft, camellias are perfect for borders or pots, as these shrubs shine during winter and early spring.
clemántis
Winter-flowering clematis is a true stunner during the colder months, offering delicate flowers and lush green foliage.
Distinguished by its showy purple, pink and white flowers, this species can add a splash of color to dull, peeling fences or drab exterior walls.
Known as “the queen of climbers,” clemantis is particularly effective when placed along a trellis or intertwined with other shrubs, adding a layer of vertical interest to your garden.
thoughts
Bright, cheerful and easy to care for, pansies are a must-have for beginning gardeners.
As a seasonal highlight, pansies can offer a wide range of hues, including purple, yellow, pink and white.
According to the experts at Hayloft, their wide variety of colors makes them perfect for containers, planters or borders, offering a constant burst of vibrancy from October to March.
Winter-flowering clematis is a true stunner during the colder months, offering delicate flowers and lush green foliage.
crown
If you have coastal winds or adverse conditions, crownwort is your garden’s “best choice” this season.
Its sweet fragrance and lovely lemon yellow flowers bring a touch of spring to sunny winter days, making it a hardy and charming addition to any conservatory.