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Winter in Victoria, Australia, offers a surprising array of floral beauty even as the temperatures drop in autumn and winter. Gardens and natural landscapes burst with vibrant colours and unique textures, providing year-round interest and charm. Let's explore some of the standout flowers that thrive in these cooler months.
Camellias
Camellias are a quintessential winter bloom in Victoria. Known for their stunning, rose-like flowers, they come in shades of pink, red, white, and even bi-coloured varieties. These evergreen shrubs add structure and colour to gardens from Autumn through Winter.
Hellebores Also known as Winter roses, hellebores are hardy perennials that bloom from mid-winter to early Spring. Their delicate, nodding flowers come in shades of white, pink, purple, and even green. Hellebores are perfect for adding a touch of elegance to shaded garden beds and are renowned for their ability to thrive in the coldest months.
Daphne is celebrated for its intensely fragrant flowers, which bloom from late Winter to early Spring. The small, star-shaped blossoms are usually pink or white and grow in clusters. Daphne plants prefer well-drained soil and a semi-shaded position, making them ideal for many Victorian gardens.
Heath or Erica species are low-growing shrubs that produce a profusion of small, bell-shaped flowers in pink, white, and purple hues. They bloom from autumn through Winter, providing a splash of colour when few other plants are flowering.
Erlicheer or Jonquils are among the earliest flowering bulbs, often appearing in late Winter. These charming, flowers with a delicious scent herald the coming of Spring.
Tulips are prolific in mid Winter going through to Spring - grab them now while the weather is not too hot.
Banksias are native Australian plants that provide dramatic flower spikes and unique foliage. Many species bloom in autumn and Winter, offering nectar for birds and adding bold, architectural interest. Winter also sees Protea come into season too, offering a long lasting option as they dry in the vase lasting weeks to months (who doesn't love a dried arrangement?)
Cyclamen plants are popular for their vibrant, butterfly-like flowers and attractive marbled foliage. Blooming in shades of pink, red, white, and purple, they provide a cheerful display from autumn through winter. Cyclamen prefer cool, shaded spots and are perfect for pots, hanging baskets, and garden beds.
Mr Collins Florist Autumn and Winter range can be just as captivating as those in Spring and Summer, thanks to these resilient and beautiful flowers. By incorporating a variety of these species, we offer a unique range not often seen in warmer climates as some flowers prefer cooler climates to bloom.
Keep warm
Mr C x