Pot plants: Our top 15 for balconies and gardens

Plants in tubs and pots save space and are easy to overwinter. We present fifteen plants that are perfect for keeping in tubs.

Potted plants are becoming increasingly popular. No wonder, after all, they fit into every garden and even find a place on the balcony. In addition, heat-loving exotics can also be easily grown in pots, because you can easily overwinter them without digging them up first. Despite the pot, the plants lose none of their charm and enchant us with opulent flowers - ideal conditions. So that you too can soon beautify your garden or balcony with beautiful flowers and unique foliage, we are showing you our top fifteen potted plants here.

15. finial

Tired of susceptible, ailing potted plants? Then the finial (

Polygala myrtifolia) just the right thing for you: The evergreen plant not only shines with its robust nature, but is also considered to be pest-resistant. At the same time, milkwort gives us bright violet flowers early in the year, which it keeps until October. But even without flowers, the milkwort is an enrichment for the garden and balcony thanks to its myrtle-like foliage.

14. oleander

The oleander (Nerium oleander) quickly exudes Mediterranean flair on the balcony or terrace when cultivated as a container plant. The Mediterranean beauty also feels at home in Germany in a sunny, warm place. It not only shows its attractive leaves, but also its colorful floral decoration.

13. Funkie

Whether in the garden or as a container plant, the hosta (hosta) always looks good. With its varied patterned leaves that form dense clumps, this is one of the popular Perennial one of the most impressive ornamental foliage plants and can also easily be in the shade grow. In summer, it also impresses with its dainty panicles of flowers in white or purple, which form a great contrast to the dark leaves.

12. blueberry

If you relax on the terrace or balcony in summer, you also need something sweet in between. With the garden blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum) as a container plant, you can always have a healthy snack. Thanks to its upright growth, the blueberry is ideal as a container plant and also looks great with its bright blue fruits.

11. cypress

It doesn't always have to be flowers, the cypress (Cupressus sempervirens) ensures Mediterranean flair in the garden even without an opulent play of colours. With its striking, slightly pyramid-like shape, the conifer can hardly be overlooked and sets visual accents outside. At the same time, the cypress is surrounded by a wonderfully aromatic smell that is directly reminiscent of the Mediterranean.

10. laurel

What's that spicy smell? The laurel (Laurus nobilis) has always been a popular kitchen herb, but you can usually only find it in dried form in the supermarket. If you prefer to use the fresh leaves, you should definitely cultivate the laurel as a container plant. After all, the bay leaves not only taste heavenly, the plant is also not to be despised visually. In addition, it is considered to be very easy to care for.

9. fuchsia

When it comes to balcony plants, the fuchsia (fuchsia) of course not missing. Whether as a stem or bushy, the plant always makes for a successful appearance with its two-tone flowers. The fuchsia is particularly suitable for gardens and balconies that are not blessed with much sun - as shade plant the fuchsia thrives here as well. Meanwhile one can among the numerous fuchsia varieties even hardy fuchsias Find.

8. High umbrella bamboo

The tall umbrella bamboo (Fargesia robusta). With a height of four to five meters, the plant lives up to its name and, thanks to its dense, evergreen growth, is also wonderful as a plant Protection for the garden. At the same time, the umbrella bamboo is extremely easy to care for.

7. daisy

Even if the daisy (Leucanthemum) has always been one of the classics of summer flowers, the pretty flower is by no means old-fashioned. With its classic charm and the almost extravagant abundance of flowers, the marguerite still enchants young and old. Since the daisy flowers tirelessly from May to October, it is also ideal as a container plant that exudes a summery atmosphere.

6. columnar fruit

If you don't have space for a fully grown fruit tree, you still don't need to look into the tube: columnar and Dwarf fruit is perfect for growing in pots and will fit into any garden or even a larger balcony. The selection is huge: From the classic types of fruit such as Apple (penalty), pear (Pyrus) or cherry (prunus) to exotics like that mini kiwi (Actinidia arguta) is all there.

Tip: Some dwarf peach varieties not only bear delicious fruit, but also look impressive with their dark red leaves.

5. Lantana

Today you want yellow, tomorrow rather red? Then this is it Lantana (Lantana camara) just right for you. The colorful flower has a very special property: during its bloom, the lantana captivates with a fascinating color change. In the course of flowering, the plant can go through all sorts of color nuances, from bright yellow to intense orange to dark red.

4. hydrangea

They were already in grandmother's garden hydrangeas (Hydragena) is a real eye-catcher, but even today the plant has lost none of its popularity. The lush blooms in particular make the hydrangea a great eye-catcher that not only cuts a fine figure in the bed, but also in the pot. Another advantage: hydrangeas also feel at home in partial shade.

3. tangerine

A classic among potted plants is probably the orange (Citrus sinensis). But also the slightly smaller one tangerine (Citrus reticulata) can be cultivated well in the tub. This not only bears sweet fruit, but is also a real eye-catcher: Countless white flowers adorn the tree in spring, and it also has a very pleasant scent. And the orange fruits are not only sweet and juicy, but also look great when they linger on the tree.

tip: In our special article on the subject Overwinter potted plants learn how to successfully bring potted plants like the tangerine through the cold season.

2. Bottlebrush

the Bottlebrush (Callistemon viminalis) has everything you could want from a container plant: this exotic plant is easy to care for, undemanding and a real eye-catcher. In particular, its unusual floral decoration with the red, cylindrically arranged inflorescences makes the plant a great eye-catcher. You can look forward to these extravagant, striking red flowers up to four times a year.

1. angel trumpet

If you want to marvel at a unique floral miracle, you should definitely visit the angel trumpet (Brugmansia Hybrid) take a closer look. With its large calyxes in pink, white, orange or yellow, the tropical beauty is a real eye-catcher. In addition, many species exude a beguiling scent in the evening hours - no wonder that the angel's trumpet is one of the most popular potted plants of all.

Are you looking for more ideas for potted plants? Then take a look at our article balcony plants past.

tip: The nutrients in potted plants are quickly depleted, so you should fertilize them regularly. The easiest and most effective way is to use a liquid fertilizer over the irrigation water. Our Plantura Organic flower & balcony fertilizer is perfectly tailored to the needs of flowering potted plants and comes in sustainable packaging.