: a plant grown primarily for its decorative foliage
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Feed home and outdoor foliage plants with a slow-release fertilizer as instructed.—
Tom MacCubbin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
27 June 2026 Ahead, horticulturists share their favorite perennials for growing next to hydrangeas, from striking foliage plants to small flowering trees.—
Madeline Buiano,
Martha Stewart,
22 June 2026 This will keep foliage plants green and lush, and support blooming in flowering varieties.—
Cori Sears,
The Spruce,
8 June 2026 The following annual flowers and foliage plants fall into this deer-resistant category (a few are perennial in warmer climates but are usually grown as annuals).—
Rita Pelczar,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for foliage plant