Video: Easy Patio Improvements
Last updated: Jun 24 2021
Key takeaways
A tall Banana Tree adds tropical style while creating natural shade that makes small patios more comfortable for relaxing outdoors.
Lilac Trees stay under 8 feet tall, making them a practical choice when you need vertical interest in limited patio spaces.
Hibiscus and Double Blooming Gardenia Trees fill patios with colorful flowers, creating a vibrant focal point in outdoor living areas.
It's easy to turn your patio into a quiet, relaxing corner, or the perfect entertaining spot. Watch as we style a patio with just a few plants, adding seating area shade, flowering color and more!
Here's what we use:
- A Cold-Hardy Banana to add tropical shade
- Miss Kim Lilac, Double Blooming Gardenia and Tropical Hibiscus trees for flowering color
- A Calamondin Orange for patio-grown fruit
- Moonglow Junipers for an evergreen backdrop
Watch the video above, and scroll down for the full transcript!
A banana tree adds tropical shade to a small seating area
Moonglow Junipers are excellent for creating a small privacy screen
Bright-flowering Hibiscus Trees add a pop of color
Full Transcript: Easy Patio Improvements
Your patio can be the perfect entertaining spot or a quiet relaxing oasis. Here are a few easy ways to spruce up your space so you're ready to enjoy your patio.
If you have a tight space, you may be looking for more height than width. Lilac trees offer easy care and stay under 8 feet tall.
A Banana Tree will grow with a tall trunk and big leaves to offer shade for your seating area and add a tropical touch. If you're looking to fill a space with flowers you can add a Hibiscus or Double Blooming Gardenia Tree.
You can also add spring blossoms and fresh fruit with a patio citrus tree like a Calamondin Orange.
Finally, if you want to conceal an unattractive area or add a small privacy screen to your patio, a row of Moonglow Junipers will do the trick. Trees.com can help you bring life to your outdoor space. Shop our patio plants today.
Written by
Ryon Hinson
Ryon is the Senior Creative Manager at Trees.com. He tries to show the unique elements of every tree and plant he captures, so viewers can confidently create a garden they love.
He’s constantly learning fun new plant facts, and can be found sharing new plant tips with his wife. His favorite tree is the Rising Sun Redbud for its spring blooms and uniquely-colored leaf pattern. He's often driving around looking for the most colorful and unique plants to film and share with the Trees.com community.
