What are the best leafy green tropical plants I can plant in my courtyard garden?
Since, courtyard garden often has small space gardeners face difficulty in choosing the right plant, there are lots of varieties that can vary in sunlight exposure, so it is necessary to choose the right plants. Following are some great options for you:
- Herbs: Basil, mint, parsley, thyme, and oregano thrive in small containers. You can grow them at your courtyard easily without putting much effort.
- Tomatoes: Many dwarf varities of tomatoes grow well in small space. Place them in a spot where they receive plenty of sunlight for lush and vigorous foliage.
- Peppers: Bell peppers and chili peppers are known for their beauty, nutrition and flavour, these plants grow well in containers in bright daylight.
- Leafy vegetables: Spinach, kale, cabbage grow well in small beds and suited in partial shade.
- Clematis: Ideal plant for creating vertical greenery. Clematis need 6 to 7 hours of direct sunlight to thrive.
- Begonias: Offer vibrant flowers add beauty and elegance to any garden. Need partial to full shade for growth.
- Hostas: Popular for it’s lush leaves, hostas prefer to grow in shades. These plants prefer to grow in moist soil.
- Fern: This long leafy plant add Greenery and thrive in shade garden. You can even grow them in a hanging basket.