Outdoor patio gardening is an increasingly popular method of gardening, because it provides versatility in the way that you use your outdoor space. With container gardening you can enjoy the benefits of an assortment of exotic garden plants in a small, out of doors space, regardless of what other plants you may already have in your yard or garden. Container gardening is also quite easy to care for and doesn’t require the dedication or work needed with traditional, live plant plants. This is why more people are starting to use containers for all of their outdoor garden needs.
When thinking about what plants are good for patio areas, there are several different plants that would be suitable. One way to choose is by size. Smaller plants tend to be easier to maintain, as you don’t have to dig large holes or try to section off an area as large as your patio would be. Bushes and shrubs would also be a good choice, along with some annuals such as some perennials, which come back year after year. Of course, you could always plant a tree and then grow smaller shrubs or even some annuals around it.
The most popular type of container plants used for outdoor spaces are the annuals. Many people choose shrubs or even some flowering ground covers for their patio gardens. Annuals, while not as low maintenance as some other types of plants, do need to be taken care of properly if you want them to thrive. Here are a few tips on what plants are best suited for container gardening.
Shrubs and creeping plants are best suited to a sunny location. Some varieties of these plants do better than others in the sun. For example, ficus will do well in the sun but you should make sure you don’t plant them too close together as they can overheat and die. You’ll also want to consider the season when the plants were created. Some varieties like the delphinium and phlox can be used year round, whereas others like the anemone require that you plant them in the winter months.
Perennial herbs are a great way to bring color to your patio or garden year round. There are many perennials available for you to choose from and each has its own set of growing requirements that you need to consider before planting. Most herbs can survive even the worst weather conditions, so they’re an excellent choice for outdoor gardens. Some herbs like marjoram and basil require a lot of water to help them grow, so you’ll want to water these plants often to keep them green. Keep in mind that mint, sage, chives and tarragon aren’t considering perennials and can actually live for several years.
Frost free perennials are a great choice if you are considering planting new plants directly into your garden. These plants will be more compact than traditional annuals and they won’t need to be replanted each year. Many people like to place fountain grass in their flowerbeds because it grows quite fast and adds quite a bit of color and vibrancy to any landscape.
Sun loving perennial plants are a great choice for your patio. Plants like clematis and hostas will shade your plantings from direct sunlight, while other plants like lavender and mint will stay nice and toasty even on a scorching afternoon. While sunflowers might not look like they’d enjoy a sunny day in your flowerbed, they do soak up the sun and will remain green as long as you provide them with enough light. To tell which plants will do well if placed in direct sun, pinch a leaf and hold it up to the light. The leaves on the plant will normally turn red. Cooling off your plant will cause the leaf to turn pink.
If you are growing flowers or small plants, then containers are the perfect way to grow them in. Use pots and planters that allow you to move your foliage about easily and that keep your plant healthy. Containers also make it easier to water your plants since water is often drip irrigation. Most people choose containers made of porous materials like gravel or concrete to allow roots to spread out. This type of container is best for plants that don’t like heavy soil to cover them.