Tired of the frustration of frequent watering and pruning but still failing to keep plants alive? Want to create a “self-sufficient” outdoor garden? GreenShip has carefully selected 5 extremely worry-free lazy plants for you. They are drought-resistant, sturdy, and good-looking. Even those with zero gardening experience can easily take care of them!

Why Choose Lazy Plants? Three Major Advantages to Free Up Your Time

Low Maintenance: Water them only 1 to 2 times a month, and there is no need for frequent fertilization or pruning.

High Survival Rate: They are resistant to drought and sunlight, and can adapt to harsh weather conditions, which is a boon for those who often go on business trips.

Versatile for Landscapes: From the Nordic style to the tropical rainforest style, they can easily enhance the style of the courtyard. Some lazy plants can also purify the air, helping you create a healthy outdoor space!

Ⅰ. Sansevieria: The Counterattack of the Desert Warrior Characteristics: The sword-shaped leaves are stiff and upright, and the variegated variety with golden edges shines brightly in the sunlight.

Drought Tolerance: It can survive even without watering for 2 months.

Temperature Adaptability: -5°C to 40°C (In the north, it is necessary to cover it with a film in winter to prevent freezing).

Maintenance Tips:

Soil Quality: Sandy soil mixed with perlite, which can drain water quickly and prevent root rot.

Taboos: It’s better to keep it dry than wet! Water it thoroughly only when the soil in the pot is completely dry.

Matching Suggestions: A square cement pot paired with Sansevieria is the top choice for an industrial-style courtyard.

Ⅱ. Portulaca grandiflora: The Summer Flowering Machine Characteristics: Rich in flower colors (red, yellow, pink, purple), it blooms from spring to autumn.

Sun Tolerance: The more sunlight it gets, the more profusely it blooms.

Reproductive Ability: The fallen branches can take root and grow as soon as they touch the soil, and it can easily fill the pot.

Maintenance Tips:

Lighting: It needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day. In shady places, it is prone to excessive growth.

Watering: Water it when the leaves start to wrinkle slightly, and avoid wetting the flowers.

The Secret to Abundant Blooming: Apply potassium dihydrogen phosphate once a month, and the number of flowers will double!

Ⅲ. Crassula ovata: The Evergreen in the World of Succulents Characteristics: The fleshy leaves are thick and plump, and the branches can become lignified. Once it is cultivated into an old stump, its value will double.

Tolerance to Poor Soil: It can be planted in ordinary garden soil, and there is hardly any need for fertilization.

Long Lifespan: It can survive for more than 20 years, making it a plant of heirloom quality.

Maintenance Tips:

Prevent Root Rot: Plant it in a shallow pot to avoid water accumulation due to overly deep soil in the pot.

Shaping: Regularly prune the top to promote the growth of lateral branches.

Warning: The sap is slightly toxic. Keep it out of reach of pets to avoid accidental ingestion!

Ⅳ. Sedum lineare: The King of Ground Cover

Characteristics: It spreads very quickly and can cover the courtyard within 3 months, suppressing the growth of weeds.

Tolerance to Trampling: It can recover within 3 days after mild trampling, and it is more worry-free as a substitute for the lawn. Color Changes in Four Seasons: It is green in spring, yellow in summer, and red in autumn, adding a strong sense of layering to the landscape.

Maintenance Tips:

Planting: Just scatter the stem segments on the soil surface and spray water, and it will take root and grow.

Shape Control: Prune it once a year in spring to prevent it from encroaching on the areas of other plants.

Amazing Uses: It is suitable for roof greening and filling in stone crevices, and it can thrive even in barren environments.

Ⅴ. Mentha: Dual-purpose Plant for Its Fragrance in Repelling Insects and for Edible Use

Characteristics: Its refreshing fragrance can repel mosquitoes and insects, serving as a natural barrier in the courtyard during summer. It can be used for making tea, mixing cocktails, and cooking, and can be picked and used at any time.

Tolerance to Waterlogging and Drought: It can be cultivated either in soil or in water, and it can even grow vigorously when soaked in water.

Maintenance Tips:

Prevent Overgrowth: It is recommended to plant it in an independent flower pot to avoid it spreading uncontrollably if planted directly in the ground.

Harvesting: Regularly pinch off the growing tips to promote branching, and the more you prune it, the denser it will become. Resurrection Technique: After it turns yellow and withers in winter, cut it back to the root, and it will automatically sprout in spring.

Frequently Asked Questions (QA) about Lazy Plants

Q1: How often should these plants be watered?

→ In spring and autumn, water them every 7 to 10 days. In summer, water them every 5 to 7 days. In winter, water them every 15 to 30 days (based on the soil in the pot being completely dry).

Q2: Is fertilization necessary?

→ Just scatter slow-release fertilizer once a year in spring. Sedum lineare and Mentha can be cultivated without fertilization.

Q3: What should I do if they attract insects?

→ Mentha and Sansevieria have the natural property of repelling insects. For other plants, you can spray pepper water once a month (soak 50g of peppers in 1L of water for 24 hours).

Q4: Are they suitable for overwintering outdoors in the north? → Sansevieria and Crassula ovata need to be moved indoors. Sedum lineare and Portulaca grandiflora can tolerate low temperatures of -10°C.

Design Inspirations for a Lazy Person’s Garden Minimalist Style

Minimalist style: Sansevieria, cobblestone paving, and a square concrete flower pot.

Vintage Style: A combination of Mentha and Portulaca grandiflora, paired with a vintage tin watering can.

Three-dimensional Wall: Sedum lineare is planted in a hanging way to create a green waterfall background wall.

Gardening Made Easy Starts with Choosing the Right Plants

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