Los Angeles residents have the good fortune of living in a place where the climate is fantastic all year. It makes sense that every outdoor space would become an extension of indoor living space, and that outdoor entertaining was as common, if not more common than entertaining indoors. The climate is conducive to growing almost anything ' even plants that people who live in places where weather extremes are the norm ' would have to grow as houseplants. That's why our team here at French Florist is so committed to making sure that we have a large selection of green and flowering plants that our customers can use to decorate their patios, decks, balconies, or outdoor living areas.
We've come up with a few ideas to help you use potted plants to decorate your entertaining areas. We think that the use of plants is a refreshing change from decorating with cut flowers.
When you want something that's small enough to fit on a table, appropriate enough to use as a centerpiece on a dining table, and equally suited to use on a coffee or end table, why not consider a Begonia Plant? Our begonia is an unusual variety that grows from a tuber. The flowers are a bit reminiscent of tiny roses. Depending on availability, we will give you a pink or red begonia. You can also choose to have the begonia planted in a terra cotta pot. The earthy color of the clay will fit in perfectly with any outdoor d'cor. Best of all, you can also enjoy this plant inside.
Kalanchoe Plant
If you prefer to have a plant that thrives on neglect, consider A Kalanchoe Plant. Kalanchoe plants do well in full sun. If you're concerned about drought and using water unnecessarily, this plant is sure to win you over. It has thick leaves that are designed to hold water, acting like a reservoir that supplies the plant with water when it needs it. Small clusters of colorful flowers provide a lot of interest and contrast against the thick, shiny, dark green leaves. You can also grow this plant indoors.
If you are a lover of tropical plants, and enjoy plants that have interesting and unusual foliage, then consider a Croton Plant. Croton plants thrive in sunny locations and warm weather. They are characterized by interesting foliage, all of which is variegated. Leaves can range from very pale cream color with green or red veins, to dark, shiny green with yellow or red and veins in contrasting colors.
