31 best low maintenance plants for outdoor pots, and how to take care of them

Are you looking for advice on the best plants for outdoor pots?

Whether you’re a beginner gardener who’d like to start small with plants in containers, or a seasoned pro who’s keen on planting outdoor pots, there’s lots here to inspire you.

This post on the best plants for pots lists over 30 fantastic low maintenance plants for outdoor pots.  I’ve also included simple tips for taking care of your plants so that they thrive and provide you with a gorgeous display, and a quick guide to the basic tools you need for planting containers.

Growing plants in pots has lots of advantages.

If you’re new to gardening, growing plants in pots is a great way to get started.  You can keep things small-scale, moving onto larger displays as you learn and become more confident.

The other element of container gardening that suits new gardeners is the low maintenance aspect.  It’s easier and quicker to take care of a plant in a pot than it is to keep on top of a whole garden border.  In addition, containers are relatively portable, so if your plant is struggling you can easily move it to a different location before it’s too late.

That portability is a big plus for renters too, because you can take your plants with you when you move.

Containers are also perfect for gardening in small spaces.  You don’t even need a garden; you can tuck a pot onto a balcony, outside a front door, or on a window ledge.  This makes growing plants in pots a super-easy way to green up your outdoor space regardless of its size.

Gardening in pots, baskets and containers allows you to adjust the height of your garden too.  This is particularly helpful if your movement is restricted, or you struggle to garden at ground level.  Being able to play with height is also a fantastic