Bird of Paradise Plants
Give your entrance a tropical vibe with a bird-of-paradise plant. They can grow in sun or shade, although if you get an orange bird-of-paradise, you’ll want to put it in direct sunlight to really bring out the color of the blooms, according to Costa Farms. If you live in an area with cold winters, make sure to bring it inside.
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Bamboo Palm
Bamboo is said to symbolize good luck and abundance, so it’s the perfect front door plant to greet your guests. While traditional bamboo plants are smaller in stature (and notoriously invasive), this potted bamboo palm brings good luck on a larger scale.
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Asclepias Gold Flower Plant
Make the most of the rising temperatures and cater to the pollinators with a cheerful butterfly weed. This plant, with its bright yellow (or orange, red, or pink!) flowers, is a perennial that monarch butterflies love. This plant is deer-resistant, but beware as the sap is toxic to most household pets.
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Nothing adds color to a yard (or says summer) like hydrangeas. These bushes love water, especially when they’re in direct sun on a hot day, Bloomscape plant expert Lindsey Pangborn says. It’s best to check recently planted hydrangeas daily to see if they need watering. “Once they’re established, they only need to be watered during long periods of hot, dry weather,” she says.
Climbing Star Jasmine
If your front door has a lot of unused space around it, opt for a climbing vine or bush that can grow quickly to fill in the gaps. Star jasmine not only has a quaint, cottage-garden look, but its sweet-smelling, miniature blooms will delight you and your guests. Plus, this plant is evergreen. It blooms only in the spring, but the stunning green leaves keep their color all winter.
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Red Rooster Grass
Tired of the evergreens and bright blooms of traditional front door plants? Opt for ornamental grasses instead. This red rooster grass features tall, rust-hued blades that complement the fall color palette. Red rooster grass is relatively low-maintenance, preferring partial shade and regular watering. If planted in the ground, pruning may be necessary to keep its spread in check.
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No, you don’t need a huge backyard to grow a lemon tree or an orange tree—you can actually grow one right next to your front door (or even inside, if you wish!). Just put it in a sunny spot that’s sheltered from the wind, and bring it indoors for the winter.
If your front door gets a lot of sun, petunias are a colorful option. Fill a window box with them, let them trail down from a hanging planter, or put them in pots around your front door or lining your steps. Just remember to water and deadhead them regularly.
Hawaiian Dwarf Umbrella Tree
This umbrella tree is a great pick for a wider porch or landing where it has plenty of space to spread out. Preferring high sun and only occasional watering (about twice a month or every other week), this tree is easy to care for and doesn’t require any finicky maintenance.
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If you live in a hot, sunny climate, a cactus will do just great by your front door. They love the heat, and you don’t have to water them very often. Just make sure you pot yours in a planter with good drainage, according to Costa Farms.
Dwarf Gardenias
Growing best outdoors in USDA Plant Hardiness Zones 7 to 10, dwarf gardenias are great for small spaces. Whether planted in a low container or as a border along either side of your front door, these petite plants give you the same bright blooms and fragrance as standard gardenia bushes. Since dwarf gardenia is a slow grower, we recommend purchasing a mature plant rather than growing it from seed.
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Potted Star Jasmine
Structured and simple, a potted jasmine plant is great for those who worry about climbing vines and flowers taking over their front porch. This front door plant does need occasional pruning, but it’s fairly low-maintenance otherwise.
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Thyme Topiaries
Perfect for minimalists, this delicate topiary makes an impact without taking up too much space. The thyme leaves not only offer an herbaceous scent, but they’re perfect to pluck off when a recipe calls for a pinch.
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Faux Mini Japanese Maple Trees
Whether you lack a green thumb or are looking for a front door plant with the lowest possible maintenance needs, opt for realistic faux greenery to spruce up your front door. This artificial Japanese maple is beautiful and totally hands-off.
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English Ivy
If you’re looking for a trailing plant to frame your front door—whether you plan to hang it, set it atop a stand, or let it grow upward from a pot or a window box—English ivy is a great choice.
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Purple Coneflower
A welcome departure from autumn’s traditional warm-toned color palette, these purple coneflowers add a pop of fuchsia to your home’s entrance. These blooms are great for pollinators and grow as a perennial in USDA Hardiness Zones 3 and higher.
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Sedum Autumn Fire Plants
Boasting a rich burgundy hue, these sedum flowers are ideal for the transitional weather as the temperatures drop into fall. Plant them in larger pots as they love to spread out. These plants are primarily grown in the Midwest and do best in USDA Hardiness Zones 3 to 9. Plus, when winter rolls in, these blooms look just as good dried.
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Emerald Green Arborvitae
Arborvitae are popular landscaping plants due to their stately appearance and the privacy they offer when planted in a row. But they make great container plants too. These plants can be a bit tricky to care for—luckily, we have a growing guide that tells you everything you need to know to keep yours looking lush.
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Hicks Yew Taxus x Media ‘Hicksii’ Live Evergreen Shrub
Thriving in both full sun and full shade, this hardy evergreen is a versatile option for most USDA Hardiness Zones (although it thrives best in zones 4 through 7). This evergreen front door plant requires regular pruning to maintain its shape, but otherwise, it’s a very low-maintenance plant.
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Chrysanthemums
The ultimate fall flower, a container of mums is the perfect way to bring the fall season into your entrance decor. Opt for a bright orange or yellow for a true contrast against your home’s exterior, or choose a red shade for something more subdued. In cooler temperatures, mums can bloom for up to six weeks. Fertilize them monthly for the best results.
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