As the weather warms up and you spend more time outside with family and friends, it’s time to think about your deck and patio. There are many ways to improve outdoor living spaces, and one of the most effective is adding plants. Whether you have poor soil quality or want the flexibility of planting in containers instead of the ground, here are a few great plants for your patio, courtyard, or deck.
Plants for Your Patio: Bamboo for Privacy
Plants on the patio can function beyond adding beauty and greenery, and bamboo is an excellent example. Bamboo grows well in large containers to prevent it from spreading throughout the yard. Because it grows quickly and densely, bamboo helps add privacy and a more cozy feel to your backyard deck. Plant bamboo in zones 6-10 in full sun and give them space to grow 10 feet tall or more.
Angel’s Trumpet Adds Beautiful Blooms
Angel’s trumpet is a large, flowering plant for your patio, as they grow to six feet tall with proper care. These plants have dramatic hanging flowers that are trumpet-shaped with a sweet smell. They thrive in full sun in planting zones 7-11. If you have pets or children who spend time on your patio, make sure that the angel’s trumpet is out of reach because it is toxic.
Passionflower is One of the More Unique Plants for Your Patio
Passionflower is delicate and stunning, making it a popular plant for the patio. Passionflower is a climbing vine and will grow well on a trellis or lattice, adding privacy to the deck or patio. These flowers are available in almost a variety of colors, and they are proven to attract butterflies and other pollinators. They climb up to 10 feet and do best in zones 6-10.
Salvia Thrives in Many Climates
Salvia blooms from summer until autumn, attracts pollinators, and is drought-resistant. And salvia is one of the best plants for any patio, no matter where you live. Salvia plants are heat-tolerant and grow anywhere from zones 5 to 11. These plants have small purple flowers that butterflies, bees, and birds love, and they do best in full sun.
Tropical Milkweed Loves the Heat
During the heat and humidity of the summer, tropical milkweed will thrive. These flowers have bold orange, yellow, and red blossoms. Plant tropical milkweed in full sun and in a container that allows it to grow up to 3 feet. When moving these plants, always wash your hands as the sap it produces is an irritant.
To improve the deck for summertime enjoyment, these are a few of the many plants for your patio. Choose greenery or flowers to compliment your outdoor living areas.
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