Finding the best plants for shallow pots can sometimes feel like a challenge. Surely that lack of depth means less than ideal conditions for your plants?
Not necessarily. There are lots of fantastic plants that are well-suited to growing in shallow pots and containers – you just need to choose the right plants.
This article has 25 great outdoor plants for shallow pots, window boxes, and containers. We’ve included flowering plants, foliage plants and edible plants, so all your container gardening needs are covered.
There are two key features of a plant that’s well-suited to growing in a shallow pot. Try to tick both of these boxes when choosing your plants:
Plants that naturally grow shallow roots are the perfect choice for shallow pots. The compact root system won’t be striving to grow deeper and hitting a dead end, which will keep the plant happy. Plants that naturally grow deep roots should be avoided in shallow pots.
The lack of depth in a shallow pot limits the amount of space available to the plant. Consequently, plants that are naturally small and compact will be ideal in shallow containers.
There’s plenty of choice when it comes to shallow rooted plants for pots. Here’s a quick outline of the two main types of plant available:
Here are our top picks for plants that will be happy to grow in a shallow pot.
Petunias really earn their space in a shallow pot. They produce masses of flowers, grow quickly, and don’t need much attention to keep them happy. There’s so much choice with this plant too; cascading and upright varieties, plus a huge range of colours.
A classic garden plant, marigolds enjoy well-draining soil and will reward you with vibrant flowers in bold shades of yellow and orange. The foliage is
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