Which Plants Have a Long Lifespan

Which Plants Have a Long Lifespan

Fern

 If you are looking for plants that will contribute to a garden whether it is for your indoor garden or outdoors the fern makes a great choice as an attractive boarder and compliments with other the plants. Many species are generally in variations of green so, this makes them the perfect complimentary plant to work with or as hanging baskets on fences to giving your backyard an uplift. Also adding them to planters on porches or decks will also work very well.

 Cactus

The cactus plant has a very long lifespan and it’s not surprising because it is known as a desert plant that is able to survive for long periods without water. The cactus plants are classified as succulents because of its ability to store water in it’s thick and fleshy leaves.

They have spiny leaves which will need to be handled carefully. Placing them in transparent containers is one way to avoid these prickly spines. In this way you can enjoy their beauty without being jabbed.

 Psalm Tree

Palm trees have been in existence for a long time which takes us back in history to the days of the Bible. This means they have the ability to live for a long time depending on the specie. The Caribbean coconut palm can grow over 60 feet making their nuts almost impossible to reach unless you are a skilled climber.

There are many types of palm trees some will survive longer than others and there is a good chance that you may never need to replace it.Besides the beautiful, shaped fronds they add character and beauty creating a tropical atmosphere to any space.

Palm trees can be used as entry ways, on porches. They can be planted around patios, pools, gazebos to enhance your outdoor garden. They can be placed in containers. Some species are able to withstand some cold temperatures while others will need to be kept away. Whatever choice you have made with the proper care needed they should survive a long time.

 

 

 

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