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Range Containers Growing: Using containers; range containers growing of containers; Choosing plants; Seasonal displays; Hanging baskets; Plant care and cultivation.
THERE ARE pots, urns, planters, troughs, Tubs and window-boxes to choose from, made of terracotta, plastic, wood and stone. So you will always be able to find something suitable to include in your garden.
Containers bring the garden on to patios, terraces and balconies and, when secured to walls or window sills, they introduce a vertical element. Free-standing containers, such as urns and tubs, can be used to flank flights of steps with color, to make focal points in lawns or to add height. Pairs of containers at either side of entrances add importance and convey a welcoming message to visitors.
The range containers growing of containers for growing plants is huge. It includes not only purpose-made, ornamental ones such as hanging baskets, Wall baskets, window-boxes, troughs, tub; and urns, but also more unexpected items such as sinks, old wheelbarrows, tires and grow-bags. Almost anything can be called into service.
In many respects, small containers are more difficult to place. Several small containers scattered about do not necessarily make a bold impact and can look fussy. Furthermore, a group of small containers can also be more difficult to maintain. However, they do come into their own when placed around the edges of larger containers to soften their outlines.
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