What are low maintenance plants for small outdoor pots?
Low maintenance container plants are those that cope well with British weather and do not need constant attention. Evergreens like bay trees, cordylines, and hebes are reliable and tidy. Hardy grasses, sedums, and dwarf shrubs require little pruning and are drought tolerant once established. A few of our favourite low maintenance plants include Buxus Balls, Cordylines, Eucalyptus, Fatsia Caster Oil, Ornamental Grasses and Palms and each of these plants are hardy and evergreen meaning you will have all year round structure within your garden displays.
What plants do well in small pots outside?
Succulents as container plants In general, succulent plants are great subjects for potting. They often have fairly simple and small root systems which can grow in relatively small amounts of soil that gets trapped in exposed rocks – simulating the environment of a pot. Succulents are a popular choice for shallow pots. These low-maintenance plants have shallow roots and are also well-equipped to cope with dry conditions and minimal watering, so they’re a great option for both indoor and outdoor shallow pots.
What plants prefer shallow pots?
For small outdoor pots, consider plants like marigolds, petunias, and strawberries. These plants have shallow root systems and can thrive in small containers with regular care. Small plants, like succulents and air plants, are perfect for adding greenery to your desk or your nightstand. Slightly bigger plants like peace lilies can take up some floor space, but they won’t overwhelm any corner of the room with lush leaves or big roots.