The monsoon season rejuvenates nature, bringing a burst of colour and life. If you're looking to enhance your garden, consider these seven stunning monsoon flowers:
Hibiscus
Hibiscus: Known as China Rose, hibiscus thrives in the rainy season. Available in red, pink, yellow, and white, these large, trumpet-shaped flowers attract butterflies and hummingbirds.
Lotus
Lotus: Symbolizing purity and beauty, the lotus blooms in ponds or water gardens. Available in pink, white, and yellow, these aquatic plants create a serene atmosphere. Lotuses need space to spread their leaves and require at least six hours of sunlight daily. With the right conditions, they offer a mesmerizing display throughout the monsoon.
Jasmine
Jasmine: Arabian Jasmine is known for its sweet fragrance. These small, star-shaped white flowers bloom abundantly during the rainy season.
Bougainvillea
Bougainvillea: This hardy plant bursts into vibrant colors during monsoons. With paper-thin bracts in pink, purple, orange, red, and white, bougainvillea adds striking visual appeal.
Periwinkle
Periwinkle: Also known as Vinca, periwinkle thrives in monsoons, producing small, five-petaled flowers in pink, white, and purple. Periwinkle is an excellent ground cover and can be grown in pots or hanging baskets, providing consistent colour throughout the monsoon.
Cape Jasmine
Cape Jasmine: Also known as ‘gandhraja’ for its sweet scent, Cape Jasmine's magnanimous white blooms can scent the whole yard. It can be grown in containers, as a hedge, or even as bonsai.
Indigo Flower
Indigo Flower: This star-shaped flower, often found in navy blue, blooms abundantly during the rainy season. It also comes in shades of violet, white, and off-white, adding a breathtaking touch to any garden.