If you’re like me, you spend an inordinate amount of time perusing the houseplants’ aisles at your local garden center or hardware store. You’ve seen all of them—the succulents, the cacti, the snake plants, and more—but what if I told you that some could be moved outside to live there happily? Some indoor plants are perfectly suited to outdoor life and can thrive in containers or as garden additions. Here are a few common houseplants that also make great additions to your gardens
Make a table centerpiece
- Use plants as a centerpiece. You can create an instant centerpiece by placing two or three small plants in a nice container and then adding some decorative rocks or pebbles around them.
- Use plants as a focal point in your garden or yard. You may want to consider using only one type of plant instead of several different types of houseplants together because it will be easier for you to maintain the look that you like so that it doesn’t become overgrown with weeds or other types of vegetation if left unattended for too long at a time.”
- Use them as decorations for parties! If there’s someone having their birthday party coming up soon, why not use some colorful flowers from their favorite flower shop? They’ll love being able to take home some fresh cuttings from their special day!”
Have a succulent garden
If you have a sunny spot in your garden, you might consider planting succulents. Succulents are plants that store water in their leaves or stems. These plants are easy to care for and can be used as border plants, ground cover, and containers.
Succulents are drought tolerant. If you have a dry area of your yard where grass won’t grow, this is the perfect place to plant succulents. They even survive when only watered once every two weeks!
Succulents come in all shapes, sizes, and colors making them an excellent choice for adding color to an otherwise boring garden bed or container. Almost any type of soil will work well but they prefer sandy loam soils with neutral pH levels (pH between 6 and 7). If you do not have any sandy loam soil available then combine equal parts of potting mix with sand or vermiculite before planting them into containers or garden beds
Create a gorgeous fairy garden
Creating a beautiful fairy garden is simple, and once you have it up and running, you can use it as an outdoor centerpiece that will last all year long.
First, decide what size pot or container to use for your garden. You want one that’s large enough to hold all of the plants you’re planning on using; however, if you’re going for a smaller version of this project (a small fairy-sized one), then any old plastic container would work very well. It should also be noted that glass or metal pots are not recommended since they don’t retain moisture well and could cause problems with drainage over time due to their porous nature…
Next step: choose plants! There are many different types available depending on where in the world you live – so find some inspiration from local nurseries or online stores like Amazon before deciding which ones fit best within your budget constraints. When picking out which species should go inside each pot/container type (i.,e., flower vs vegetable), consider how much space is available inside each vessel so nothing grows too crowded while other parts may not receive enough light exposure during certain times throughout the year (ex., spring vs summer).
Use them as potted plants
- Use them as potted plants.
- Choose the right plants for your container.
- Water your plants in containers, and care for them on a regular basis.
- Protect your houseplants from pests, and protect the soil from drying out by keeping it moist all the time; this is important even if you think that you have an “indoor” plant!
Many houseplants can be used outside in containers.
Many houseplants can be used outside in containers. Some of these plants, such as African violets and ivy, are often used as indoor decorations but can also grow well when placed outdoors. Other plants that thrive in this setting include begonias and ferns. Many flowering plants will add beauty to your garden while attracting bees and other beneficial insects.
Here are some tips on how to select the right pots and how to care for them:
- Look for lightweight materials like ceramic or terra cotta instead of heavier materials like concrete or wood that may tip over easily in high winds or storms.
- Select pots with drainage holes at the bottom so excess water doesn’t accumulate inside the potting soil after watering; this prevents root rot from occurring due to too much water buildup around the roots.* Buy good quality containers from reputable companies such as Hirt’s Gardens so they’ll last longer than cheaper ones made by unknown manufacturers that could rust quickly or break easily under stress (i.e., being dragged across hard surfaces).
Conclusion
Houseplants can be great for your home, but did you know that they can also thrive in an outdoor container or garden? In this post, we’ve covered four ways to use houseplants outside of your home. They’re perfect for adding a touch of green to your patio furniture and bringing some color into the garden! We hope that this article has given you some ideas on how to make the most out of these amazing plants!
