Amaryllis and Christmas cactus plants are the most sought after in America, that's according to research into the nation's favorite winter flowers.
The study by Pergola Kits USA analyzed online search volumes in the last 12 months for a range of flowers that bloom in the coldest months of the year and very early spring. The data uncovered each of the US states' favorite winter bloomer.
Amaryllis were in the top five most-searched for winter flowers in all states. Overall, there were 235,833 searches nationwide for these beautiful flowers in the past 12 months.
Sticking with the festive theme, Christmas cactus was the second most-searched for winter bloomer. It was also in the top five of every state. Across the US, there were 227,250 searches for Christmas cactus in the last year, the research states.
Festive plants have the highest online search in the US
'It is of no surprise to me to see amaryllis and Christmas cactus appear top of America’s favorite winter plants list - they are both utterly enchanting,’ says Rachel Bull, Head of Gardens at Homes & Gardens.
‘Both plants are naturally associated with the holiday season, and while they can look incredible as a part of a festive centerpiece, with a little care and attention they can work to brighten up a dark, cozy corner of your living room over many months,' she adds.
Other flowering favorites topping the list
Other winter bloomers in the top five included pansies with 188,583 searches, poinsettia with 134,491 searches, and witch hazel with 127,783 searches.
'In the coldest months when trees are bare and most plants are in hibernation, it can be easy to take a hiatus from appreciating the floral world,' says Fred Von Burg, CEO of Pergola Kits USA.
'These winter-bloomers keep the world bright and colorful when the winter can make it feel bleak and monochrome, so it’s fascinating to know which of these winter beauties are favored across the country,' he adds.
FAQs
How long does it take to grow amaryllis indoors?
Amaryllis is a popular indoor flowering houseplant for its bright red and white blooms that add a festive touch during the winter months. They're easy to grow indoors and will bloom within eight weeks. The blooms will last for many months if cared for properly. You can even keep amaryllis bulbs once they have finished flowering to be rewarded with more beautiful blooms the following year.
Is Christmas cactus easy to care for?
Christmas cactus, or Schlumbergera bridgesii, is an easy to care for flowering houseplant with beautiful orange, red and pink flowers. They should be kept in bright, indirect light and watered frequently during its growing period. Insufficient light and incorrect watering can lead to a Christmas cactus looking limp or not flowering.
