Perk Up Your Pot Game: Expert's Picks for Evergreen and Flowering Plants
Twenty vegetable and flowering options ideal for cultivation within various pots and containers.
Gardening aficionados, listen up! If you're on the hunt for eye-catching container plants to keep your garden popping all year round, we've got the lowdown on the best evergreen and flowering beauties to charm your green thumb.
Add a Splash of Green: Evergreen Foliage Delights
There's no denying the appeal of a dash of evergreen foliage to anchor your container displays. Here are some evergreen options that'll bring a touch of class to your garden:
- 'Emerald' Arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis 'Emerald'): This versatile evergreen maintains its vibrant green hue year-round, making it a visual star for any season. It thrives in a variety of light conditions, from full sun to shade, and is compact enough to keep contained in containers[1].
- Boxwoods: These cheeky little shrubs add an air of sophistication to any container. Suitable for shearing into funky shapes, they can serve as excellent complements to your flowering crowd pleasers[2][5].
- Bergenia: Known for its large, glossy leaves and striking burgundy tones in autumn, bergenia is a bold addition to your container garden. Plus, it sporty pink flowers in early spring[1].
Bring on the Color Pop: Flowering Plants Galore
Want a container garden that lights up your world? Check out these flowering plants that'll keep your garden buzzing with blooms:
- Geraniums: Classic favorites, these annual beauties offer clusters of flowers in red, orange, pink, or white, keeping your garden colorful all summer long[5].
- Lantana: These dynamos provide a vibrant display of colors, from yellows and pinks to reds and whites. They bloom from spring to frost in almost any soil type[5].
- Angelonia Hybrids (e.g., Angelface): When you need a vertical element, these stunners are the ticket. With a variety of colors, they'll add height and interest to your container garden[4].
A Garden Party in a Pot: Mixing it up
Combining evergreen structural elements with colorful bloomers is the perfect DIY container garden formula. Throw in a bit of bergenia for a striking base, and sprinkle in heucheras or golden creeping Jenny for added interest[1]. Happy gardening!
- "By pairing the vibrant blooms of Geraniums with the evergreen 'Emerald' Arborvitae, you can create a container garden that showcases both color and structure throughout the seasons."
- "For a home-and-garden setup that blends lifestyle and nature harmoniously, consider incorporating Boxwoods and Lantana into your home-and-garden design, along with a touch of Angelonia Hybrids for added vertical appeal."
