What plants to put on a terrace?
I love to walk around the city, looking up a little from time to time, because I like to discover terraces full of plants.
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If you want to be part of this select club of people who have built a magical corner in their own home, we will tell you which plants to put on a terrace.
Get to know your
terraceThe first step before rushing to fill the Be.Green shopping cart with the plants you like the most, is to define the characteristics of the space. What is the orientation of the terrace? Is it roofed? If it is to the north, you should look for species that do not require direct sunlight, if it is facing south then you should prefer plants that resist direct sun on them. This is critical to keeping the plants alive and ensuring their development and growth.
On the other hand, consider the temperatures and seasonal changes in the area you live in, as well as your lifestyle. If you want to decorate the terrace of a vacation spot or if you travel very frequently, for example, it is not advisable to choose plants that require a lot of maintenance. Remember that success when growing plants lies in finding the right species for our habits and space.
Don't forget to take into consideration the extent of the space you have, so that you buy plants proportional to it.
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is possible to make amazing designs with plants, playing with their height, fall, colors and more. But if you have come here with a desire to learn from scratch which plants can be put on a terrace, I prefer to guide you towards the most beautiful and resistant ones that can act as a base so that you can then create a more personalized terrace design when you feel more confident and have gotten the hang of your terrace and its environmental conditions.
The plants that you can't miss on your terrace are:
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Boxwood: Boxwood is an outdoor classic. Firstly because it is a perennial plant, meaning that it remains green and leafy even in winter, and secondly because it requires minimal maintenance. It can live in the sun or in semi-shade and is also not very picky about watering. Boxwood can be planted in pots or pots, and will grow according to the space you allocate to its roots.
It has nice volume and texture, so it looks great with other plants.
- Sansevieria
Ithink I'll never be able to make a list of hardy plants without mentioning the sansevieria or snake plant, because it's perfect for outdoors. It adapts to any lighting condition, doesn't require a lot of maintenance, is easy to reproduce and its vertical lines make it perfect for adding height and dimension to any space.
- Begonias
: If you want flowering plants that are easy to care for, begonias are your allies. They have a beautiful flower, with many colors and you can get a great variety. They are perfect for north-facing or roofed terraces, because they prefer semi-shade or indirect light.
If you're drawn to cute leaves, try a maculata begonia. They look beautiful.
- Cyclamen or Persian violet
This plant has very cute leaves, but the most attractive thing is that it blooms from fall to spring. It is very resistant to low temperatures, requires only moderate watering and is perfect for north-facing or roofed terraces because it prefers semi-shade.
It is very easy to care for.
- African lily
Also known as Agapanto, this plant has lush green foliage and produces cute bouquets of white or blue flowers. It is ideal for outdoors, blooms from spring to summer and can withstand low temperatures.
It tolerates full sun, although it is better to be in semi-shade.
- Bungavilla
: This outdoor plant tolerates full sun very well. It is a climber and can reach a considerable height, depending on where it is planted. It produces beautifully colored flowers from spring to fall.
It requires little water, although it does not like temperatures that are too low.
- Jade Tree
: This is a succulent plant and as such is almost immortal. It can grow a lot if it is in a large pot and if it receives enough light, it will give you abundant, small and very beautiful white flowers. It resists being in full sun and also in semi shade.
- Olive Tree
: Olive trees are fantastic because as soon as they have the abundant and direct light they need, they will manage very well even with little watering. They can reach a considerable height and have a cute shape. In addition, the meaning of peace, prosperity and success make it the perfect charm for your terrace.
Once you have the perfect plants for your terrace, you can start thinking about accessories: bedside tables, decorative pots with shapes and figures, shelves and chairs to go out to spend the afternoon and take a fresh air will be essential to create the atmosphere you need.
You can go through the accessories section of our online store, I'm sure you'll find the perfect complement.