Front door: what plant would you put in this pot?

Suzanne M

3 years ago

There are 2 matching pots, 44cm high x 37cm square, either side of a wooden front door.

Aspect is south facing.

I'd like something more unusual/ trending than a palm but what? Any colour suggestions?

Could I fill it with something inanimate (less work/money!)

Is there a formula for height of plant to height of pot when you buy?

Any suggestions and thank you

Comments (6)

E D
3 years ago
last modified: 3 years ago
The people here will want to see the planters in context, to give specific advice I think.

Can you take photo(s) from (much) further back?
Suzanne M
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3 years ago
take your point thank you
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rachelmidlands
3 years ago
Nice pots. Aldi are selling these atm which I think would be perfect.
https://www.aldi.co.uk/the-green-garden-buxus-pyramid/p/706736416109300
Very easy to look after and should do well for a good few years. There are not a lot of plants that are happy in a pot long term but there are a few.
If you want some flowers then my favourite is pot mums. They’re Chrysanthemums but the outdoor bedding variety (I recently bought some more from Asda.) Lots of colours, will be happy in a pot for years and flower when a lot of stuff is gone over. Tip for any potted plant is to scrape top layer of soil off in spring and replenish with fresh compost, it gives them an oomph 🙂, then water a lot during spring and summer months.
Suzanne M
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3 years ago
Wow Rachel thank you , you are a mind of information, Aldi and Asda here I come!
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How about an evergreen shrub like Choisya ternata Sundance? It has bright yellow leaves and white fragrant flowers in May. I have one in a pot and it’s doing well. Or a smaller conifer? They have a lovely shape, but never put them in the garden as they can grow huge! This is my Choisya
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thanks that looks good. I like the bright leaves !

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