HOW TO BRING YOUR TROPICALS OUTSIDE FOR SUMMER
Tropical houseplants can’t survive the winter months, but that doesn’t mean you can’t bring them outside during summer! Tropical houseplants bring life to your backyard and brighten up your scenery. If you plan on having lots of backyard get-togethers and barbecues, decorating your space with pretty palms and colorful tropicals will instantly transform your yard from ordinary to extraordinary!
By bringing your houseplants outside, they will enjoy the fresh summer heat as much as you do! Here, you can learn how to bring your tropical houseplants outside and incorporate them into your patio.
Transitioning Your Tropicals From Indoors to Outdoors
If your houseplants have been kept indoors for an extended period, a sudden switch to the outdoors can be too stressful. Gradually introduce your houseplants to the outdoors by bringing them outside for a few hours each day until they’ve developed a tolerance for the summer sun. Tropical houseplants cannot tolerate 50°F or lower, so it’s vital to introduce them to the outside air in mid-May or June when there is warmer weather.
Sometimes, summer can call for some rainy weather, so we encourage you to ensure your tropical houseplants are in containers with drainage holes. A pot filled with water with nowhere to go will cause root rot and harm your plant.
How to Incorporate Tropicals into Your Yard Décor
Once your tropical houseplants have built up a tolerance to the sun, you’re ready to place them in creative ways in your yard! Use one of these decorating suggestions to incorporate them into your yard design this summer.
Leafy Palms for Lounge Areas
A breezy palm creates a paradise atmosphere right in your backyard! You can keep your leafy palms in pots outside during the summer and bring them inside for the winter. We adore grouping tall palms around sitting areas with nice lounge chairs because the leaves provide a lavish and serene canopy overhead.
However, it’s important to note that some palms are more sensitive to harsh, direct sunlight, so examine your palms’ sunlight preferences before deciding where to put them. You can place more sun-sensitive palms where they will receive partial sun, including soft morning light followed by afternoon shade.
Statement Plants for Mixed Containers
Tropical plants are ideal for making a statement. The following are some great tropical plants for container arrangements:
Elephant ears
Double Red Hibiscus
Cannas
Crotons
Bananas
Remember to pair them with plants with the same sun and water requirements. Some tropicals, such as Cannas and Crotons, thrive in direct sunlight, while others, such as Alocasia, prefer the shadow of the afternoon sun. You can always ask us at Dammann’s Garden Co. for suggestions on which houseplants to pair together for a seamless care experience for your mixed container.
Outdoor Hanging Pots
As many tropicals like being planted on the ground, some tropical houseplants thrive in a hanging pot. Hanging baskets adds life to any space, including your backyard’s patio. They are easy to care for, especially when placed in partial shade, as many tropicals need both sun and shade to meet their care needs. Place hooks to the outside wall of your house, or consider a row of planters along your fence.
Tropicals for Outdoor Dining Area
Consider placing a potted plant on the dining patio table to add charm to the area. Decorating your patio with exotic plants allows you to skip the pricey fancy restaurants and make your own fancy patio at home. These plants set the stage and atmosphere for a fun dinner or entertaining night for backyard get-togethers.
If you’re inspired to decorate your yard with exotic plants, find the best tropical houseplants near you today! Visit Dammann’s Garden Company to buy beautiful tropicals to add charm to your outdoor patio’s space today!