Currently, it is the best time of the year in Abu Dhabi. The winter season in Abu Dhabi runs from October to March and is the best time to visit Abu Dhabi. The average temperature during this time is about 25 degrees Celsius or 77 degrees Fahrenheit. The summers in Abu Dhabi can be quite harsh and technically winters are the best time to grow flowers in Abu Dhabi. The florists in Abu Dhabi recognize winters as their gardening season. One can see a variety of flowers in full bloom during this time. I shot the air with the fragrance of phlox and alyssums, a riot of petunias and geraniums, and various bunches of roses in full bloom. During winters Marigolds to the poppies, the snapdragons and the begonias are in full bloom.

So let’s give a brief overview of how to grow and maintain these flowers. The red soil and fertilizers are used to grow the flowers Thoroughly clean the containers before putting in the summer plants yourself.

We must water and provide proper nourishment to the planted seeds regularly and at appropriate times. Let’s review some winter-grown plants instead. We shall be reviewing Marigolds, the snapdragons, the begonias, and the roses.

Marigolds are tall, erect-growing plants that grow up to three feet in height. They are about 5 inches to 18 inches high. They come in shades of red, saffron and yellow. You can germinate them anywhere be it indoors or outdoors. The watering has to be done at the base of the plant. The soil must be allowed to dry during waterings. They do not face too many pest problems but must have the regular application of insecticidal soap. Marigolds are one of the winter plants in Abu Dhabi.

Petunias can be grown in winter and throughout the year in many beds lining the boulevards of Abu Dhabi.

Similarly, there are different varieties of begonias, lovely dragon-wing begonias, trailing begonias and so forth. Snapdragons are also found in abundance in Abu Dhabi. They come in shades of pastel and brights with colours of red, orange, peach, purple and violet.

So these are some of the popular flowers grown mostly in winters.