Exemplary Trailing Perennials For Pots
Lamium is another cold hardy perennial.
Trailing perennials for pots. Drought-tolerant Zahara forms a mound 12 to 18 inches tall and wide so they look tidy in a container. Colors include white red yellow pink orange and bicolor. There are also trailing forms that are perfect for hanging baskets.
Here are some beautiful perennials to try. Some people find lamium to be invasive although I havent had that problem. Its a ground cover that looks beautiful trailing out of pots.
Look for varieties that open blossoms in a rainbow of hues. Zahara zinnia Zinnia marylandica unfurls non-stop flowers no more deadheading and leaves packed with disease resistance no more powdery mildew. Many perennials are less showy than many annuals so the trick is to go for plants that have long-lasting flowers but also offer attractive foliage or interesting texture.
Grow them in large pots in good-quality multi-purpose compost and keep well watered.