What flowers are suitable for growing in Xi'an? What are the city flowers and trees?

1. Climate characteristics of Xi'an

Xi'an has a warm temperate semi-humid monsoon climate with distinct four seasons of cold, warm, dry and wet. In winter, the climate is cold with little rain and snow; in spring, the climate is warm and dry; in summer, it is hot and rainy with frequent thunderstorms and strong winds; in autumn, the climate is cool with a rapid drop in temperature. Judging from the climatic characteristics of the region, it is suitable for growing plants that are cold-resistant and have a certain degree of high temperature resistance. However, there is a lot of rain in summer, so we must do a good job of drainage and flood prevention.

2. What flowers are suitable for growing in Xi'an?

Judging from the climate environment in Xi'an, it is suitable for growing chrysanthemums, roses, osmanthus, dianthus, tiger skin plants, violets, agaves, lily of the valley, poppies, zinnias, cosmos, coreopsis, gardenias, pomegranates, dahlias, honeysuckle, and evergreens. Some plants are suitable for potted plants. After winter, they should be moved indoors and the temperature should be properly controlled to ensure their safe wintering. Note: If there are continuous rainy days, the accumulated water in the soil must be drained in time to avoid root rot.

3. What are the city flowers and trees of Xi'an?

The city flower of Xi'an is pomegranate. Judging from the climate environment in Xi'an, it is suitable for growing pomegranates, which can ensure good growth and higher fruit quality. It is cultivated in many places and is deeply loved by local people. In addition, the city tree of Xi'an is Sophora japonica, which has a long history of planting in Xi'an. The tree species is cold-resistant and drought-resistant, can grow well in the Xi'an area, and is relatively common. So in 1986, after selection by citizens, recommendation by the Gardening Bureau, and approval by the Standing Committee of the People's Congress, pomegranate flowers were designated as the city flower of Xi'an and Sophora japonica as the city tree.