We asked some gardening experts to share some outdoor plants that are often overlooked or fly under the radar.
Sedums are known to be low-maintenance and they come in an array of colors, shapes, and sizes.
They also provide additional texture to any garden and have beautiful blooms.
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They can be cut back in the winter to encourage stronger growth in the spring.
Gazania is perfect for areas of your landscape that might be hard to fill in.
It is hardy and gorgeous, growing to about 1 foot high at maturity.
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Though it craves sun and warmth, gazania can withstand a light frost.
The annual flora has multicolored leaves with an array of patterns.
Your garden beds or even yourcontainer gardenwill benefit from this plants striking colors.
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Coleus plants prefer an area that gets some shade.
The morning sun is the main kind of light they can tolerate.
When establishing theseplants, water daily for about a week and whenever the soil starts to feel dry.
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It grows aggressively, says Vladan Nikolic, a houseplant expert and founder ofMr.
Houseplant, so it will need to be pruned often.
It will do best in full sun, but can still grow in partial shade.
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This plant looks great climbing a trellis or even your home’s exterior.
A cold snap won’t kill passionflower as long as the chilly temperatures don’t last for days.
St. Johns Wort
This medium-sized shrub reaches a height and width of about 4 feet.
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The shrub has thin green leaves and bright yellow blooms in the summer.
Pencil Cactus
The best part about caring for a pencil cactus is the minimal watering it needs.
You only need to water it when the soil is dry.
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To ensure its best life, you will need to repot your pencil cactus every three years or so.
Red Velvet Yarrow
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Yarrow is often placed in the junk weed category.
However, this plant proves otherwise with its vibrant hues.
St. John’s wort is an invasive plant with medicinal properties.David Beaulieu
see to it to not overwater this plant, as it can be susceptible to mold.
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