It's that time of year: those with pools are taking the covers off their swimming swimming areas, and gearing up for a busy summer season. While much of pool prep centers around cleaning, accessorizing is an equally important part of outdoor maintenance. Just ask Martha Stewart, whose pool accessory of choice is not a noodle, but a potted plant.
The domestic multi-hyphenate recently posted a photo of singular, potted agave plants lining the perimeter of her backyard pool, giving the already-blissful atmosphere an elevated appearance (and inspiring some new ). 'Every spring, I love to take out my ornamental urns, fill them with beautiful plants, and display them around the farm,' she says in the caption. '.
..see the lush green Agave bracteosa plants that are now around my pool.
' A photo posted by marthastewart48 on If we are looking for a plant to add dramatic presence to our garden, this Octopus Agave will fit the bill. It grows with grace and beauty before blooming at full maturity. Live in a particularly warm region? These plants thrive in heat, making them an excellent addition to a backyard in the summer.
'Agave plants are celebrated for their unique and bold appearance,' Gardens Content Editor for Homes & Gardens, Thom Rutter states. 'Considered some of the , these low-maintenance succulents can tolerate long, dry summers, making them ideal for those who garden in warmer states such as Florida, Texas and California.' Rutter says that there are many varieties of agave pla.
