Do you want to transform your garden into a tropical paradise or enjoy a Mediterranean atmosphere? Non-hardy garden plants bring colour, fragrance and exotic flair to your outdoor space, but need protection during the cold months. At The plant Farmer you will find a beautiful range of non-hardy plants that will make your garden shine in spring and summer. These plants are ideal for pots, borders or as eye-catchers on the terrace.

Why choose non-hardy plants?

Non-hardy plants are perfect for seasonal blooms and add unique shapes and colors to your garden. Although they are less frost tolerant, they can be potted and overwintered indoors or covered during cold temperatures.

Advantages of non-hardy garden plants:

• Exotic appearance: Bring the atmosphere of Southern Europe or the tropics to your garden.

• Spectacular flowering: Often larger flowers and more vibrant colours than hardy plants.

• Flexibility: Suitable for patios, balconies and borders.

• Seasonal highlight: Ideal for summer planting and seasonal arrangements.

Popular non-hardy garden plants

Olive tree (Olea europaea)

• Characteristics: Grey-green leaves and a Mediterranean appearance.

• Application: Perfect in large pots or as a solitary in borders.

• Special feature: Can be overwintered indoors or protected from frost.

Bougainvillea

• Characteristics: Brightly colored bracts in purple, pink or orange.

• Application: Ideal along pergolas, walls or in large pots.

• Special feature: Blooms profusely in summer, but must be overwintered indoors.

Banana plant (Musa)

• Features: Large, tropical leaves that provide an exotic appearance.

• Application: Suitable for patios or large pots.

• Special feature: Can overwinter indoors as a houseplant.

Dahlia

• Features: Large, colorful flowers in various shapes and shades.

• Application: Beautiful in borders or in large pots.

• Special feature: Tubers can be harvested and overwintered dry.

Canna (Kana)

• Features: Tropical flowers and large leaves.

• Application: Ideal for sunny spots in borders or pots.

• Special feature: Rhizomes can be stored indoors during the winter.

Citrus tree (Citrus sinensis, limon or aurantiifolia)

• Characteristics: Fragrant flowers and edible fruits.

• Application: Perfect in pots on the terrace or balcony.

• Special feature: Must be kept frost-free during winter.

Fuchsia

• Features: Hanging flowers in red, pink or purple.

• Application: Beautiful in hanging baskets or pots.

• Special feature: Must overwinter frost-free, but blooms profusely in summer.

Passion flower (Passiflora)

• Features: Exotic flowers with striking colours and shapes.

• Application: Ideal as a climbing plant along fences and walls.

• Special feature: Can tolerate light frost, but protect in severe winters.

Lantana camara

• Features: Small flowers in clusters that change color.

• Application: Perfect for pots and borders.

• Special feature: Must be brought indoors in case of frost.

Agapanthus (African lily)

• Characteristics: Blue or white flower clusters on long stems.

• Application: Ideal for pots or borders.

• Special feature: Pots can overwinter indoors.

Non-hardy plants for borders, pots and flower beds

Borders: Plant dahlias, cannas and agapanthus in groups for a colourful summer effect.

Pots and containers: Olive trees, citrus trees and bougainvillea look beautiful in large pots on the patio.

Borders: Combine banana plants with fuchsias for a tropical look in the summer.

Tips for an exotic summer garden

Protect against frost: Bring non-hardy plants indoors or protect them with fleece during cold nights.

Plant in pots: This makes it easy to move them to a warm place in winter.

Sunny spot: Non-hardy plants like warmth and sun. Place them in a sheltered, sunny spot.

Good drainage: Use potting soil that drains well to prevent root rot.

Regular watering: In hot summers, non-hardy plants need more water.

Why buy non-hardy plants from The plant Farmer?

At The plant Farmer you will find a carefully selected range of non-hardy plants that will transform your garden into an exotic paradise. Our plants are of top quality and are delivered directly from the grower. This way you are assured of healthy, strong specimens that will make your garden shine during the warmer months.

Bring the tropics to your garden with non-hardy plants from The plant Farmer . Order today and enjoy a summer full of colour and fragrance!