- Which plants are suitable for my terrace?
- Where do I overwinter my potted plants?
- How do I transport my potted plants?
For many people, a terrace is more than just a seat in the fresh air. In summer it almost becomes an "outdoor living room", so it should also be designed appropriately. Potted plants are a decorative help.
Flowering plants are particularly suitable for the terrace
Which plants are suitable for my terrace?
Before you buy the first potted plants for your terrace in spring, think about which plants could feel at home there. Plants that love the sun don't belong on a north-facing patio, while shade plants don't do well on a south-facing patio.
In addition to the light conditions, the (final) size of the selected plants should also be taken into account, as well as the water requirement. If you don't want to lug around dozens of heavy watering cans with water every day, think about an irrigation system or choose plants that are less thirsty.
Selection of beautiful patio plants:
- Flowering pot plants: agapanthus, bougainvillea, calla, hibiscus
- Evergreen potted plants: boxwood, Chinese reed, laurel
- Fruit-bearing tub plants: fig tree, olive tree, citrus fruit
- Decorative “snack plants”: strawberries, cherry tomatoes
Where do I overwinter my potted plants?
Only frost-hardy potted plants may overwinter outside on the terrace with appropriate winter protection. Sensitive plants need a frost-free winter quarters and must be brought there in good time so that they do not suffer any damage.
How do I transport my potted plants?
There are various ways of transporting heavy potted plants. It is up to you to decide which method is best to use. For example, shoulder straps, sack trucks, the good old wheelbarrow or roller coasters come into question. These plant trolleys are particularly suitable if you have to move your plants from time to time. But keep in mind that very few plants like to change location frequently.
The essentials in brief:
- Select plants appropriate to the location
- pay attention to a harmonious concept
- Don't overload the terrace
- Ensure watering on vacation
- move sensitive plants to suitable winter quarters in good time
- only winter hardy plants outside
tips
If you don't want to buy any new potted plants after your vacation, make sure you water them regularly during this time. In contrast to bedding plants, potted plants depend on it.