Why Cooler Temperatures (eh hem, The FALL!) Are Better for Growing Beautiful Flowers
When it comes to growing vibrant, healthy flowers, temperature plays a crucial role. While warm weather often gets the spotlight for gardening, cooler temperatures can actually be a big advantage for many types of flowers. At Mooring Hill Farm, we’ve seen firsthand how cooler conditions help our blooms thrive and create stunning, long-lasting bouquets.
Longer Bloom Life
Cooler temperatures slow down the respiration rate in flowers, which means they use their stored energy more slowly. This leads to longer-lasting blooms both in the field and after cutting. Flowers grown in cooler weather tend to stay fresh and vibrant for days, sometimes even weeks, making them ideal for bouquets and arrangements.
Vibrant Colors and Strong Stems
Cooler nights and moderate days encourage flowers to develop brighter, more intense colors. Heat can cause some flowers to fade or wilt quickly, but cool temperatures help maintain the integrity of the petals and keep stems strong and sturdy. This means flowers like zinnias, cosmos, and snapdragons grow more beautifully and hold up better once cut.
Better Disease Resistance
High heat can stress plants, making them more susceptible to pests and diseases. Cooler conditions reduce plant stress and slow the spread of many fungal infections. This helps keep our flower fields healthier without heavy reliance on pesticides, supporting more sustainable growing practices.
Ideal Growing Conditions for Many Popular Flowers
Many of our favorite cut flowers at Mooring Hill Farm—including cosmos, zinnias, verbena, and snapdragons—flourish in cooler temperatures, especially during the early morning and evening hours. These conditions help seeds germinate well, and young plants establish stronger root systems.
Tips for Gardeners: How to Leverage Cooler Temperatures
Plant flowers early in the season or select varieties suited to cooler climates.
Use shade cloth during the hottest part of the day to protect sensitive blooms.
Water in the morning or evening to reduce evaporation and help plants stay hydrated.
Cooler temperatures provide essential benefits that result in healthier, more beautiful flowers — perfect for your garden, your events, or your next bouquet from Mooring Hill Farm. Experience the difference that cooler weather creates in your flowers, and enjoy nature’s vibrant colors for longer.