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If you’re just beginning to dabble in the world of gardening, you may have concerns about how much maintenance plants will require and whether you’ll be able to keep them alive and thriving. This makes starting with low-maintenance plants a good idea. You’ll gain confidence because they’re easy grow, and you’ll learn the principles you need to eventually branch out to higher-maintenance options. Hui Ku Maoli Ola Native Hawaiian Plant Specialists, a landscaping company in Kaneohe, HI, recommends starting with the plants below to get your feet wet.

5 Easy Plants for Gardening Beginners

1. Sunflowers

Aptly named, sunflowers love the sun, making them perfect for gardens lacking shady areas. They’re available in an array of colors—not just yellow—and come in different sizes.

2. Begonias

Begonias are hardy and tolerate the sun and heat well, but will thrive in the shade, too. They’re also versatile—plant them in pots, hanging baskets, or in the ground.

3. Snap Dragons

These resilient flowers hold up well when the weather shifts—plus they’re attractive to butterflies. Plant them in your garden and it will be filled with the colorful insects. 

landscaping company4. Day Lilies

Day lilies are another sun-loving plant, and they’ll grow well in almost any type of well-draining soil. You’ll find them in a variety of bright, beautiful colors, and they’ll multiply so you can easily grow your garden.

5. Native Hawaiian Plants

For the lowest-maintenance options, choose native Hawaiian plants like the hibiscus. Native plants are already acclimated to the soil, heat, and other environmental factors, and, once established, they’re resistant to drought. You won’t find a lower-maintenance plant than that!

Gardening is a fun and relaxing hobby, but beginners can easily become overwhelmed with all the choices and detailed instructions that come with various plants. Hui Ku Maoli Ola Native Hawaiian Plant Specialists can help. As both a landscaping company and nursery, you can find an array of plants through them, and they’ll help you select the ones that are best for your yard and soil so they’ll thrive with little effort on your part. Learn more about all the native Hawaii plants they offer online, or call the landscaping company at (808) 235-6165 with any questions.

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