Advice please.

[AussieMal]

Hi all from a Newby  :-)   I live in Sakon Nakhon. I'd like some advice on what to plant in largish pots, outdoor. The pots will be on a stand, 30 - 40 cm off the ground. There'll be about 10-12 pots in total. It will form a screen, of sorts, in front of the house. There's heaps of light but only partial direct sunlight. I'd like a little colour in some, most of the pots. I was thinking of bougainvillea, but not sufficient direct sun. I'm happy to have a few palms, maybe bamboo. The colour doesn't have to be flowers, but would be nice. I have tried miniature Lantana for colour but appears too little direct sun for many flowers. Maintenance isn't a problem, I'm home most of the time. So, what are your thoughts ?  Thanks.....     Mal.