What flowers are suitable for growing in Qingyuan? What are the city flowers and trees?

1. Climate characteristics of Qingyuan

Qingyuan has a subtropical monsoon climate with a suitable climate and sufficient sunshine. The annual average temperature is between 18.9-22℃. The rainwater resources are relatively abundant, and the annual precipitation is between 1631.4 mm and 2149.3 mm. Summer is the best season of the year, while spring, autumn and winter are shorter.

2. What flowers are suitable for growing in Qingyuan?

Qingyuan has a suitable climate, and most common plants are suitable for maintenance. For example, you can cultivate water lilies, lotus, morning glory, kalanchoe, cosmos, impatiens, magnolia, cordyline, bougainvillea, bauhinia, firecracker vine, ciliate orchid, areca palm, wisteria, sunflower, iris, ivy, clematis, chrysanthemum, peony, rose, peony, jasmine, Michelia, osmanthus, kalanchoe, and bird of paradise. If planted in the ground, it will be seriously affected by the region, and drainage and waterlogging prevention work must be done as much as possible during the rainy season to avoid waterlogging. If it is a potted plant, it will be less affected by the region and easier to manage. If it rains continuously, just move it indoors for maintenance. Please note that Qingyuan does not have an obvious low temperature environment and the winter is relatively short, so plants that require low-temperature vernalization are best not to be cultivated, as this will affect flowering.

3. What are the city flowers and trees of Qingyuan?

The city flower of Qingyuan is the bird of paradise flower. The bird of paradise flower is very local in nature and is a national second-class protected plant. It not only has high ornamental value, but also has beautiful meaning, symbolizing positive and united spiritual qualities. It was designated as the city flower of Qingyuan in 2013. The city tree of Qingyuan is the white orchid tree. When the white orchid tree blooms, the flowers are as white as jade, beautiful, fragrant and pleasant, which makes it very popular. Magnolia is a common greening tree species in Qingyuan. It not only has high ornamental value, but also symbolizes sincerity and purity. It is deeply loved by Qingyuan citizens and was therefore selected as the city tree.