Accent Plants That Make a Big Impact

Small but mighty additions for your garden, containers, and hanging baskets!

Sometimes it’s the little details that make all the difference — and that’s exactly what accent plants do in your garden. These leafy superstars may not be the tallest in the bunch, but they bring texture, color, and movement that take any planter or flower bed from “pretty” to breathtaking.

At Richfield Farms & Garden Center, we’ve stocked up on some of our favorite accent plants to help you add depth and dimension to your outdoor space. Here’s a peek at what’s in stock and why we love them:

Creeping Jenny (Lysimachia nummularia)

A chartreuse gem that brings a pop of color and softness to containers or ground covers. Its bright leaves light up shady corners!

Why we love it:

  • Fast-growing ground cover

  • Ideal for hanging baskets and borders

  • Adds a vibrant lime-green hue

Silver Falls (Dichondra)

This dreamy trailing plant cascades beautifully over the edge of pots and window boxes, with shimmering silver foliage that looks like moonlight in your garden.

Why we love it:

  • Stunning drape

  • Heat and drought tolerant

  • Adds contrast to vibrant flowers

Bacopa

Tiny white, blue, or lavender blooms dot this delicate trailing plant, perfect for softening the edges of pots and mixing with other blooms.

Why we love it:

  • Nonstop blooms all summer

  • Easy to pair with bold flowers

  • Beautiful cascading habit

Fiber Optic Grass (Isolepis cernua)

This fun, whimsical plant looks just like it sounds — delicate green “wires” tipped with tiny white dots that resemble sparkling fiber optic lights.

Why we love it:

  • Unique texture and shape

  • Great conversation starter

  • Adds playful movement to containers

Mix, Match & Layer Like a Pro

Accent plants are all about creating contrast and flow in your design. Combine them with thrillers (like geraniums or cannas) and fillers (like coleus or calibrachoa) for gorgeous, balanced arrangements.

Need help designing the perfect combo? Our team at Richfield is always here to help you mix and match the right plants for your space and sunlight.

Come Visit Us This Week!

Our accent plants are fresh, local, and ready to plant. Stop by Richfield Farms to explore our full collection and let your containers shine this season.

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