Most patios are positioned at the rear of the home and are usually styled with outdoor furniture, barbeques and dining tables under either covered or shaded roofs.
These items can make a statement, but if you really want to tie the theme together and make an impression nothing compares to potted plants. They can soften the space or add drama depending on the type of plants that you choose.
Some first-rate plants for growing on the patio include palms like the Kentia palm, golden cane palm, lady palm and the parlour palm. Colin likes to pot them into a black pot and place this in a larger decorative container. This makes it easier to change and move them around later
Some of the different varieties of Ficus, Schefflera and Dracaenas are ideal for adding a little height, texture and colour into your planting theme. And smaller plants like Ctenanthe, bromeliads, Cordylines and ferns, plus Philodendrons, Anthuriums and Aspidistra make great filler plants for a colourful multi layered effect.
Colin is planting up a Ficus into a larger pot using the top quality Richgro Black Marvel premium potting mix which is designed to make it easier for anyone who wants to grow plants in pots and containers. The premium mix contains controlled release fertiliser to feed your plants for up to 6 months. Plus added iron for deep green leaves, stronger roots and healthier growth and a wetting agent to adsorb moisture and be easily rewet after periods of drying out.
Remember, if you want to dress up your patio or outdoor room and make a stylish impression upon your friends. Just pot up some pots of trendy indoor plants or even fruiting plants with Richgro Black Marvel premium potting mix, it will make all the difference.
Richgro Black Marvel potting mix is available at Bunnings stores throughout Australia and if you want to find out more go to richgro.com.au
