Probably the most popular plants for very small pots are miniature succulents and cacti. But there are so many more that are very small and can easily be grown in teacup coffees, tea cups, and other tiny pots. Cacti are easy to keep and require little maintenance. Most of them grow well in areas where the soil is well drained and not sandy or clay-based.
If you have fond memories of growing mints, chocolates, and oranges in a back yard as a child then you may want to bring those good old memories back into your life by planting mints, raspberries, blueberries, and strawberries in containers for your own personal use. If you have negative feedback from a former landlord, then a container garden can provide you with healthy and blooming vegetables which are native to your area. You could plant these vegetables in your backyard for planting along with your own crops. Planting these crops in containers for personal use will reduce the need to buy organic foods if you are concerned about eating toxic plants.
Flowers are another group of plants for very small pots that are perfect for starting a flower garden. Although the majority of flower gardens are planted on large flower beds with huge pots, it is possible to start with very small pots and still grow a thriving flower garden. The best time to plant most flower seeds is summer when the temperatures are warm and there is little frost. When spring comes around, it is time to move the plants back into the larger pots or back into the garden.
One group of plants which needs very little maintenance and is highly recommended are the dwarf tomato plants. These plants will grow well in pots which are between three to four inches tall. With their short shape and small flowers, they look very much like small tomatoes. If you have received negative feedback from someone who has had negative experiences with tomatoes growing in pots, you should consider planting these plants instead. They produce fresh juicy tomatoes that are just as tasty as those grown in big containers.
Some other plants for very small pots which will thrive in containers include sunflowers, herb plants and even some trees. Trees and shrubs can add special character to your garden if they are placed in containers which are smaller and easier to maintain. Sunflowers will provide you with color, even if the plants themselves are not flowering, and some of them can even be used as an alternative for shade if you do not have other flower garden plants suitable for the area.
Pots that are too large for certain plants can pose problems and require attention when you are starting out with your plants. Small pots should be carefully selected before you plant, especially if you are thinking of starting seedlings. These plants should be given room to grow. A good choice for very small pots is the tomato. This hardy plant will do fine in almost any potting soil and it is an ideal plant for people who grow a lot of food.
Most other plants for very small pots – including the herb garden – need a lot of room for root growth. You should try to choose the pots which are wide enough for your plants to spread out but not so wide that the roots of your favorite plants become entangled. Also, you should take into account whether your chosen plants will grow well without much water or fertilizer. Watering your plants often can make them more susceptible to disease and pests and giving them fertilizer may make them grow faster.
It is easier to choose plants for very small pots than it is to select plants for bigger pots. However, both types have their advantages. For example, the tomato is a very versatile plant and can do well in almost any small space. It can also be used indoors for flavoring and for preparing tomato paste. The herb is very easy to grow in small pots and adds a nice touch to your dinner table.