{"id":11449,"date":"2020-04-08T03:55:00","date_gmt":"2020-04-07T17:55:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gardens.theownerbuildernetwork.co\/?p=11449"},"modified":"2025-10-30T21:14:13","modified_gmt":"2025-10-30T11:14:13","slug":"10-container-plants-for-your-patio","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/gardens\/2020\/04\/08\/10-container-plants-for-your-patio\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Container Plants for Your Patio"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

For\nmost, patios are outdoor rooms \u2013 a wonderful, open-air extension of the house.\nIn fact, whether it\u2019s\nfor family get-togethers, entertaining guests, or hanging out with friends,\nyour patio is where people gather.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are quite a few plants that will grow just fine in containers out on the patio. That means anyone can enjoy a lush, colorful outdoor space even if it happens to be small.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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There are quite a few plants that will grow just fine in containers out on the patio. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Container\nPlants for Your Patio<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Whether\nyour patio receives full sun or is a shady space surrounded by trees, there is\na plant to make it even more beautiful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here\nare 10 plants to transform your patio into a living, green oasis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Croton<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You\nmay see have seen croton plants in the houseplant section of the garden center.\nThey make excellent patio plants. Crotons will grow larger with the sun and\nrain of the outdoors, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Crotons will grow larger with the sun and rain of the outdoors.
(Photo: Karl Thomas Moore\/Flickr) <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Nemesia<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The\ntiny flowers of the nemesia look like little snapdragons. They bloom from\nspring to fall. The plant prefers part sun in hot climates with some afternoon\nshade. In cooler climates, you can situate them in a corner of the patio that\nreceives full sun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The tiny flowers of the nemesia look like little snapdragons. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Succulents<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Succulents\nare easy to grow and they come in a vast variety of colors, shapes, and sizes.\nSome types tolerate extreme cold. Once established, these plants thrive in full\nsun. They are drought-tolerant, too. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Succulents are easy to grow and they come in a vast variety of colors, shapes, and sizes. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Sunflowers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A planter full of bright yellow or orange sunflowers<\/a> will brighten up any patio. Most of the smaller sunflower varieties grow well in a pot. Depending on the variety, the plants will provide both flowers and edible seed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A planter full of bright yellow or orange sunflowers will brighten up any patio. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Begonias<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Few\nplants tolerate such a wide variety of growing conditions as the begonia. The\nplant\u2019s robust stems help begonias endure drought. They are also equally happy\nin sun or shade, which makes them perfect patio plants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Few plants tolerate such a wide variety of growing conditions as the begonia. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Bamboo<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Once\nconsidered an exotic plant, many gardeners have learned that bamboo is a\nversatile and vigorous addition to the home garden. You can create a Zen-like\natmosphere in your patio with a bamboo plant. You can keep the plant small if\nspace is limited or allow them to grow to provide privacy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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You can create a Zen-like atmosphere in your patio with a bamboo plant. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Hibiscus<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Big\nblooms and bright colors make the tropical hibiscus the star of many patios. To\nkeep the blossoms coming until fall, make sure your plant receives a lot of sunshine\nand water. The tropical hibiscus is very sensitive to cold temperatures. The\nplant looks best in temperatures between 20\u00b0C<\/a> and\n32\u00b0C. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Big blooms and bright colors make the tropical hibiscus the star of many patios. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Gardenias<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Prized\nfor its fragrance, you can grow the gardenia as a patio plant in full sun or\npartial shade. The plant\u2019s roots are sensitive to disruptions. For this reason,\nyou need to choose a large, long-term container for the plant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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You can grow the gardenia as a patio plant in full sun or partial shade. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Mandevilla<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The mandevilla is a flowering vine. You\u2019ll need to provide something the plant can climb. If you have that, then it’s well worth the space and effort. The mandevilla\u2019s lovely trumpet-shaped flowers bloom in stunning shades of red, white, and pink.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The mandevilla\u2019s lovely trumpet-shaped flowers bloom in stunning shades of red, white, and pink. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Million\nBells<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Million\nbells will give your patio a splash of showy tubular blooms like petunias. They\nthrive in warm temperatures. Many like to add the plants to the edge of patio\nurns, allowing the plant to drape itself over the sides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Million
Million bells will give your patio a splash of showy tubular blooms like petunias. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Versatile and Attractive<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When choosing patio plants, you should consider how much sun or shade your patio receives throughout the day. In general, plants that need full sun need six or more hours of direct sunlight a day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Plants\nthat like “part sun,” on the other hand, will flourish with about\nthree hours of sun in the morning. Shade lovers need all day shade. At the very\nleast, they\u2019ll endure a bit of early morning sun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Container gardening allows you to enjoy the benefits of a broad range of garden plants even in a small outdoor space. That’s because container gardens are versatile, attractive, and easy to care for, making them an excellent addition to your patio.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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