Space-Savvy Gardening: Compact Shrubs And Trees Perfect For Containers At Home

Shrubs and trees appear beautiful when planted in a yard. But they look equally aesthetic when planted in a container and kept indoors. Whether you are planning to revamp your house with plants or want to add a few shrubs to your garden, these container friendly shrubs and trees can be the best addition to your house. Check out the list of shrubs and trees here.

Hydrangea

Hydrangeas are one of the most beautiful flowers that you can get for your home and grow in a container. However, you need to plant the Hydrangea in a big and well-draining container. They bloom in beautiful shades of blue and pink and can instantly amp up your home. The colour of the flower may vary depending on the acidity of the soil.

Bougainvillaea

Bougainvillaea sprouts colourful flowers which can enhance your balcony instantly. However, this plant looks beautiful in the garden but you can grow it in a large container. You can place the container in the garden.

Kumquat

The Kumquat tree bears citrus fruit and requires a large well-draining container to thrive well and its roots to grow and spread properly. You can grow this plant in the summer and enjoy fresh citrus fruits in summer. You can even use the Kumquat fruit to make delicious jams and jellies.

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Boxwood

Boxwood is another container friendly shrub that features lush green foliage and can enhance the look of your living room in no time. However, make sure to keep the plant in an area where it can receive an ample amount of sunlight. You can grow it in a simple container (best vegetabales to grow in container) and place it in a well-lit area. It features light green leaves and rounded compact packed growth.

Ficus

The Ficus plant features beautiful foliage and large and glossy leaves. It grows tall and is a perfect indoor and balcony plant. However, it thrives well in bright and indirect sunlight. You can grow it in a large container and place it on the balcony (perfect plant for apartment living).

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Bring these beautiful shrubs and trees into your home to amp up your balcony and house.

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