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24 Stunning Container Garden Planting Ideas
24 designer plant lists for beautiful container garden plantings & colorful mixed flower pots combinations. You will love these great patio design & backyard landscape ideas!
One of the most universally loved garden features is the container garden. Who does not love a planter overflowing with colorful flowers, happiness and exuberance?
I was gathering some beautiful container flower pot ideas, and just could not stop! I am going to share with you a plant list for each one of these gorgeous container plantings!
The best part is: we can recreate each of these stunning mixed flower pot designs. Get ready for some botanical Latin and let’s decode these magical container garden recipes!
This is part 1of our container garden series, which focuses on plantings for sunny locations. Here is part 2: some amazing shade garden planters with plant lists!
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1. Container garden planting design secrets.
There is a magic formula in almost all these beautiful container gardens and flower pot designs: Thriller + Filler + Spiller.
The ” thriller” is usually a big focal point plant in the center. The “fillers” are secondary plants that make the planting look full and vibrant. The “spillers” are plants that offer added dimension and interest by spilling over the containers.
Plant list 1: Canna ‘Australia’, Canna ‘Tropicanna Gold’, Infinity Orange New Guinea Impatiens, ‘Hot Shot’ Orange portulaca, Begonia boliviensis, ‘Orange Marmalade’ Crossandra, Sweet Caroline Bronze Sweet Potato Vine. ( Source The Graceful Gardener )
2. Colorful urn container garden ideas
Urns are beautiful planters in a patio garden design. Trailing plants are great for urn plantings.
Plant list 2: Dracaena or African Iris (center spike), Pink Geranium, Mixed color Trailing Petunias, green Sweet Potato Vine. (Source: Power Flowers)
3. Vegetable container garden ideas
Many edible plants have gorgeous and colorful foliage, plus delicious tastes! Lots of vegetables are good for container plantings, and looks beautiful mixed with annuals and perennials..
For example, smaller vegetables such as lettuce, radishes, spinach, peas and herbs can thrive in small shallow pots. Bigger plants such as tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers, and root veggies such as carrots, beets and potatoes do well in deeper large pots.
Plant list 3: Red Swiss Chard, Helleborus ‘Sunmarble’, Heuchera, Fern (Source: Le Jardinet )
Here are our favorite 16 easiest vegetables to grow, all of them are great for vegetable container gardens!
4. Beautiful vegetable garden mixed planter
Here are some great examples of how edibles can be mixed with ornamental plants in garden pots.
Plants such as artichokes, swiss chards, onions and chives have dramatic foliage that look great in pots.
Plant list 4: Artichoke, Kale, Light pink Verbena, Dichondra ‘Silver Falls’, White Petunia. (Source: The Impatient Gardner )
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Talking about spilling over, Dichondra is an easy to grow plant that just spills, and spills, and spills…
Plant list 5: Mexican Feather grass, Orange Gazania, Dichondra repens, Dichondra ‘Silver Falls’ ( Source: Park Seed )
6. Mixed succulent container garden ideas
Aged stone planters and terra cotta pots are great for succulents, cacti, and other drought tolerant plants. Make sure to have drainage hole and soil mixed with gravel and sand as these plants do not like excess moisture.
Plant list 6: Succulents- Kalanchoe ‘Fantastic’, Sedum ‘Little Missy’, Echeveria, Dichondra ‘Silver Falls’. ( Source: The Graceful Gardener )
7. Mixed flower pot planting design in shades of yellow
A beautiful container garden does not have to have all the colors of a rainbow. Sometimes variations of one color, such as the yellows or burgundy colors below, can look drop-dead-gorgeous.
Plant list 7: Durango Dahlia, Great Balls of Fire White Ivy Leaf Geranium, Yellow Petunia, Bidens ferulifolia ‘Bidy Gonzales’ ( Source: HGTV )
8. Mixed flower pot plants ideas in showy burgundy colors
Plant list 8: Cordyline fruticosa ( Ti Plant ), Burgundy Petunia. ( Source: Costa Farms )
9. Tropical container garden plants
Bananas, Canna Lilies and Colocasias (Taro plants) are some of the easiest and most dramatic tropical plants to grow.
Plant list 9: Banana, Colues, Hibiscus, Asparagus Fern, Dichondra ‘Silver Falls’, White Verbena, Purple Petunia ( Source: UBD Landscape )
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Tropical container patio garden ideasSome tropical plants grow well in water filled containers, which look great on a patio. These jade green ceramic pots are perfect for lush green tropical plants!
Plant list 10: Canna, Colocasia esculenta, Papyrus. ( Source: Blackgold )
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A white Hydrangea bush in a pale blue pot is so simple and elegant. It’s a good idea to use glazed clay pots or plastic pots for larger shrubs that likes moisture in soil, especially if you live in a hot and dry climate.
Plant list 11: Hydrangea “Annabelle” ( Source: Pretty Pink Tulips )
12. Container garden with herbs
Even green herbs can look beautiful in a container garden. Mix different plants with different shades of greens such as deep green rosemary, silver green sage, teal green thyme, and bright green basil and parsley!
Plant list 12: Rosemary, Garlic Chives, Helichrysum petiolare ( Source: Decorah Silver )
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Mixed foliage planting designsIt is totally possible to create attractive planters without using flowers. This patio garden pot is planted with a beautiful mix of foliage plants!
Plant list 13: Colocasia, Croton, Coleus “Strawberry Drop”, Sweet Potato Vine ( Source: BHG )
14. Beautiful container garden ideas with easy care flowers
Plant list 14: Canna, Dahlia, Salvia, Ipomoea, Zinnia, Osteospermum, Verbena, Petunia, Calibrachoa. ( Source: Power Flowers )
15. Kitchen garden planter ideas
Rosemary makes a great evergreen plant just like classic boxwood in a garden design.
Plant list 15: Rosemary, Lobelia ( Source: Deborah Silver )
16. Water garden / mini pond in tub planter
This easy DIY solar fountain or patio pond with water garden plants is such a delight! And you can make it in one hour!
See DIY solar fountain tutorial here for plant list!
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Colorful garden pot ideasGlazed pots come in so many vibrant colors. Use them creatively to complement your container plantings!
Plant list 17: Hydrangea, Lobelia (Source: Hometalk )
18. Colorful flower pots on porch
Plant list 18: Mixed color Snapdragon, Salvia argentea, pink Petunia, Sedum ( Source: DecoFeelings )
19. Farmhouse patio garden ideas
Hydrangeas, roses, and boxwoods are all timeless farmhouse garden classics.
Plant list 19: Hydrangea, Rose, Boxwood ( Original image source lost. Please let me know if you find it! )
20. Cottage garden flowers in pots
Plant list 20: Pelargonium ( Geraniums) , Petunia, Lobelia. ( Source: Flicker )
21. Flower pots on garden columns
Use a bowl shaped planter on top of a garden wall or column as a design focal point.
Plant list 21: Red Mandevilla, Pink Calibrachoa, Sweet Potato Vine ( Source: Charlottesville Home )
22. Colorful pink and red flower planters
These hot colors really stand out, perfect for those who love colorful vibrant garden designs. Support taller vines with a trellis and add more dimensions to a mixed pot.
Plant list 22: Red Mandevilla, Orange Calibrachoa, Variegated Pelargonium ( Geraniums) , Pink Petunia. ( Source: Botanical Blitz )
23. Purple and yellow container garden plants
Use shades of lavender, chartreuse and yellow to create a soft and dreamy garden flower pot.
Plant list 23: Fountain Grass, ‘Phloxy Lady Purple Sky’ Phlox, ‘Electric Lime’ Coleus, Petunia, Lysimachia ‘Goldilocks’ ( Source: Fine Gardening )
24. Flower and succulent mixed planter pots
Succulents often have interesting colors and textures, which look beautiful mixed with flower plantings.
Plant list 24: Snake Plant, Yellow Snapdragon. ( Source: Costa Farms )
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Container gardening ideas: 19 planting designs for year-round colour and scent
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No matter how small, every outdoor space can benefit from container gardening ideas. Offering vibrant hues, subtle fragrance and gorgeous foliage, they're a fabulous way to breathe new life into a seating area or porch.
The best thing about containers is that they're so adaptable and can be moved around or replanted whenever you fancy a fresh new look. This means you can mix them up over the seasons if you wish, to ensure your plot is always full of visual interest.
They're a simple way to get creative and channel your sense of style into your space.
Whether you want to plant a miniature orchard, create a cottage garden in pots, or go contemporary with textural grasses, there's bound to be a container gardening idea for you.
To help you get inspired, we've rounded up some of our favourite container gardening ideas below. So, grab a cuppa and keep reading, you'll be ready to create your own stunning designs in no time.
1. Use soothing blues
Agapanthus makes a stunning choice for pots
(Image credit: Wouter Koppen/iBulb)
Potted Agapanthus are a gorgeous addition for patio ideas, as they offer breathtaking displays of architectural blooms. Pack them in quite tightly to encourage more flowers, and be sure to add plenty of grit. Evergreen varieties benefit from winter protection, so keeping them in pots makes them easy to move into a greenhouse, too.
Create a striking contrast with rusted iron planters, and pair with hydrangeas to add to the sculptural look. And, if you're lucky enough to have one, place them nearby a pool, to add to the blue-hued theme.
Our guide on how to grow Agapanthus will help you recreate the scene.
2. Add height with grasses
Round rattan planters from Cox & Cox
(Image credit: Cox & Cox)
Mix up the textures and add a sense of height and movement by bringing grasses into your pots. And with such a wide variety available, you can use them as part of a complementary colour palette, too. We love how bronze-tinged foliage has been been paired with Heucheras and Penstemons in this sumptuous scene.
Rattan planters add an extra layer of visual interest, whilst opting for two in slightly varied sizes creates a pleasing effect. If you're loving this look, check out our tips on how to grow ornamental grasses.
3. Go all out and create a flower-filled haven
Transform a patio with containers galore
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Are you after a quintessential country-garden look but have only a patio to play with? Don't let that hold you back.
Hanging baskets, window boxes, and standing planters can be used en masse to turn even the drabbest space into a show-stopping, flower-filled scene.
Petunias make a classic choice and offer a wide range of vibrant colours (plus, pollinators love them). Combine with tumbling Lobelia and soft mounds of Erigeron, or try adding a jasmine or two for their gorgeous scent. Just don't forget to water them all.
4. Opt for white hydrangeas for an elegant look
Two square rattan planters from Cox & Cox
(Image credit: Cox & Cox)
We're over the moon that hydrangeas are back in fashion. But if you think they're solely reserved for borders, then think again. With their showy heads of soft petals, they make a lovely addition to containers, too.
Hydrangea paniculata is particularly popular right now, with its subtly cone-shaped flowerheads. Try 'Limelight ' – it sports a lime-yellow hue in summer which then fades to cream, before turning a spectacular shade of pink in autumn.
Then, simply underplant with aromatic rosemary and white heather for a beautifully elegant display.
Looking for more advice? Head over to our guide on how to grow hydrangeas.
5. Display pots on shelves
Show off your container gardening ideas across multiple levels
(Image credit: Vanessa Kidby)
A tiered shelving structure like this is a beautiful way to show off your container gardening ideas all year round.
The likes of heather, pansies, sage, and ferns makes a complementary mix – perfect for an autumn display (and why not throw a pumpkin in for good measure?). Mix it up as the seasons change – think bulbs in spring, or bedding plants in summer. Add a gravel topping for a polished finish. Plus, it'll help to keep moisture in, too.
Opt for a matching set of pots for an orderly and cohesive look – terracotta is a timeless choice. But, if an eclectic style is more your vibe, then don't be afraid to get creative, mixing up colours and textures to match your taste.
6. Liven up a wall with Pelargoniums
Feather brush effect planters from Woodlodge
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Pelargoniums (often known as geraniums) are an easy-care choice for pots and bring tons of colour to a garden.
Their clustered blooms of scarlet, pinks, and whites add a Mediterranean look to a space. And, some varieties have scented foliage, too (try 'Attar of Roses' for a real crowd-pleaser). As demonstrated here, they're a fabulous way to brighten up a dull wall, especially when displayed in brightly-glazed planters.
Bring them indoors for winter to protect them against frost – sometimes this can also help to prolong their flowering.
Hardy geraniums can also be grown in borders, all year round. Our advice on how to grow hardy geraniums will give you a helping hand.
Chelsea Terrace pots from Woodlodge
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For modern plots, a row of dwarf conifers is a great way to make a statement whilst bringing a dose of green to a space.
Plant a few in a row along a wall for a structural look, or use either side of a gateway for a grand entrance.
Opting for faux lead planters still offers a chic display, but means they'll be lightweight enough to move around should you wish.
8. Add a Mediterranean vibe with a simple olive
An olive tree in the Julius XXL Tuscan terracotta pot from Gardenesque offers an elegant look
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Speaking of potted trees, if you're looking to transport your plot to sunnier climes, then an olive is a must-have.
In milder regions you can leave these evergreens outdoors all year round, simply keep them in a sunny spot and make sure they have lots of good drainage. Just a single plant can bring a whole new look to a space – pair with a large terracotta pot for a final rustic flourish.
Want to opt for an alternative? Check out our best trees for small gardens buying guide.
9. Choose cottage garden favourites
Pair pastel-hued blooms with Woodlodge Fuji pots
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If you'd love to bring some cottage garden ideas to your patio, then how's this for inspiration? Digitalis, Penstemons, and purple Veronicas are garden classics full of country charm.
And, whilst undeniably gorgeous in a sumptuous border, they are just as pretty in pots. Sweetly scented sweet peas and lavender make wonderful alternatives, as does pale-hued Cosmos.
Plant one variety per container and cluster them together, or plant up larger pots with a mix. Either way will help to recreate the bountiful, romantic look so quintessential to this style.
10. Celebrate spring with potted bulbs
Add an explosion of colour to your patio scene
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One of the biggest joys of spring is seeing all the glossy bulbs burst into life. So, planting up plenty of containers with the likes of tulips, Muscari and daffodils is a surefire way to evoke a sense of delight.
Mix up the look by using a jolly variety of pots. Place them on different levels, so you can really appreciate the display all at once – try propping some up on bricks, or placing alongside steps. We're loving the bold impact this collection brings to a patio space.
11. Try a container shade garden
Create a cool shaded corner with Hostas and ferns
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If you've already discovered our shade garden ideas then you'll know there are many ways to transform a gloomier spot in your plot. Container planting ideas can come in handy here, too.
An array of ferns and Hostas make a textural mix which will reinvigorate a darker area with their bright green hues. Add a birdbath to welcome feathered friends to the scene and maybe a lantern (LED candles are a fuss-free choice). Your shaded space will have a fresh new look in no time.
12. Add a contrasting backdrop
Pair vibrant pinks with darker backdrops, such as this shed painted in 'Dark River 0494' in woodcoat finish from Colourtrend (fence painted in 'Polished 0209', also in woodcoat finish)
(Image credit: Colourtrend)
We love the use of black for garden walls, sheds, or fences.
It adds a crisp, contemporary coolness, which when styled right feels cosy rather than oppressive. So if your plot is sporting this chic look (or if you're reaching for the paint brush anytime soon), then take inspiration from the image above.
As we think you'll agree, black provides a striking backdrop for vibrant blooms such as hot-pink lupins, purple Salvias, and hydrangeas. And, by keeping them in pots, you can mix and match as the mood takes you, to switch up the look.
Don't forget you can grow many types of veg in containers too – here you can spot lettuces sitting snugly in the side trough.
13. Make a mini herb garden
Create a one-stop shop for herbs with the kitchen herb planter from Gardenesque
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This pretty pot is perfect for growing all your favourite herbs in one place. Not only will it look lovely, but your cooking will level up a notch as you get creative with all the fresh new flavours.
What's more, its smaller size makes it a great addition to even the teeniest balcony. And, when the weather turns cooler, you could even bring it indoors to liven up a kitchen windowsill.
Our guide on how to create a herb garden will help you get started. But if you want to try something different, fill it with alpine strawberries instead. It'll add a summery touch that everyone will love.
14. Create a serene winter display
Pair hellebores with moss for a natural vibe
(Image credit: Michelle Garrett/Future)
Container gardening ideas are a brilliant way to liven up a wintery scene. The likes of ornamental grasses, variegated ivy, pretty Cyclamen, and winter pansies all make wonderful planting choices. But of course, one of the most loved winter blooms has to be hellebores.
Their understated elegance is hard to resist. And there's so many varieties on offer – try 'Winter Sunshine' for creamy petals tinged with pink, or 'Harvington double purple ' for inky, ruffled blooms.
Recreate an enchanting woodland vibe by underplanting their luscious foliage with verdant moss. A galvanised planter makes a good finishing touch, adding a vintage charm.
15. Go eco-friendly
Round grass pots from elho
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These pots are made from recycled material from artificial grass production waste – which is why they're such a stunning shade of green. Eco-friendly and stylish – they're a winner in our book.
Double up on the theme by filling them with ornamental grass, or, as seen above, more Hydrangea paniculata (we told you they were back in vogue!).
16. Brighten up indoors
Don't forget about indoor container gardening ideas, too
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Container gardening ideas are a wonderful way to bring colour indoors as well as out.
Learn how to force bulbs indoors for early spring displays – a simple pot of deeply-fragranced hyacinth will elevate any living space.
Of course, come spring, daffodils are a first-rate choice for spreading positive vibes. Just look at that fabulous yellow hue.
17. Create a patio-sized orchard
Short on space? Try potting up a mini orchard with the Trio Stone container from LECHUZA
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Enchanted by the idea of picking an apple or pear from your very own garden? There's no doubt that an apple pie made from home-grown produce sounds really rather special.
However, for many of us, the idea of a full-blown orchard is a little far-fetched. But that doesn't mean to say you can't create a mini-sized version. Overcome those space limitations with this clever container, which is perfect for planting espalier fruit trees.
A great choice for a patio, or even a balcony, it can also double up as a screen for added privacy, once planted up. What's more, the clever design comes with its own irrigation system, so is brilliant if you're looking for low maintenance garden ideas.
18. Liven up a corner
The Harrod Superior metal planter from Harrod Horticultural
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Long stretches of hedging or other evergreen planting often benefit from an injection of colour to add some interest. A large planter is ideal for this.
This container is one that will last and last. It's made from galvanised steel powder coated with colour and comes in a range of sizes. A great choice for planters is lemon-hued Achillea, which flowers from June to September and looks stunning. It's also good if you like dried flowers.
19. Turn heads with vibrant colour
Poly trough from Harrod Horticultural
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In exotic shades of bright red, orange and yellow, the spikes of red hot pokers add a tropical mood to the garden that lasts from April right through to November. They love being planted up in a container, too.
They look good on their own, but also work as part of a striking combo paired with purple blooms, such as the lupins seen here in this durable planter.
Positioned against a wall or fence, it will provide a focal point to detract from a dull boundary.
Which container should you pick for your plants?
A springtime pairing of daffodils and hyacinths will always look lovely in pots
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When picking your pots, 'It's vital to consider the plants and the type of containers they will be suited to,' says Michael Wooldridge, Director of Woodlodge . 'Root space is crucial, so ensure the containers you choose are large enough to accommodate the plant growth over time.'
'Then there is the shape of the container to think about,' Michael continues. 'Taller pots suit trailing and weeping plants such as ivy, which will spill over the pot rim. These pots are also ideal for growing lilies or Clematis, which both need a deep, cool root run.'
Shallower containers are best suited for low-growing perennials, shrubs, alpine plants, bulbs such as crocuses, herbs, and vegetables, he says.
These usually require more surface space.
'Topiary and small trees will also need a substantial base, so square containers are best suited.' Plus, the square shapes complement topiary shrubs and trees that have been pruned into formal shapes, as well as spiky architectural plants, he adds.
What is the right soil to use for container gardening?
An assortment of container gardening ideas adds tons of character to this modern space
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LECHUZA offers their expert advice for choosing the right soil for your container gardening ideas. 'Fill your containers with a high-quality potting soil,' the team says. And if you're thinking of just using the soil directly from your garden, you might want to reconsider. Potting mix, they explain, includes ingredients like perlite and vermiculite which improves aeration and keeps soil loose and well-draining. Earth from your garden is likely to harden and compact when dry.
However, many potting mixes don't always contain enough nutrients for your plant, so be sure to fertilise regularly, they continue.
Mix a slow-release fertiliser into your soil when you pot up, then regularly treat plants to a liquid plant food added into your watering can when you water. Some brands offer pre-mixed feed which is designed specifically for container gardening – simply pour into pots straight from the bottle.
For a soil alternative, you can use a mineral substrate mix, such as the LECHUZA-PON , the team says. This stabilises the ideal PH balance for healthy plant growth and provides the optimal air to water ratio, thus reducing the plant's vulnerability to diseases, they explain.
What's more, the substrate creates a balanced nutrient distribution in the root area of the planter. It acts like a buffer, that absorbs excessive fertiliser and then gives it back to the plant when needed. And as an additional bonus, it won't condense over time, meaning it can be used for years without having to be replaced.
How do I pick container plants?
Three striped concrete planters from Cox & Cox
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When picking your container plants, LECHUZA advises to go for ones that suit your lifestyle.
This will help you get the most success, and enjoyment, out of your new displays.
'For example, if you're not keen on watering, then grow succulents and other drought-resistant plants,' they say. You can also get self-watering pots to do the hard work for you (they have a fantastic range). Head over to our garden planter ideas for lots of lovely designs.
'If you want something that will last and return to bloom again next year, choose to plant perennials,' they continue. 'Be sure to deadhead or chop back when necessary to encourage further growth and keep them blooming.'
'Alternatively, if you like to chop and change with the seasons, plant annual flowers and swap out for new ones as and when you need to. Just do a little research and find out what works for you.'
And if you'd like to have a go at growing vegetables in pots, then head over to our guide for lots of top tips.
The garden was always a big part of Holly's life growing up, as was the surrounding New Forest where she lived.
Her appreciation for the great outdoors has only grown since then. She's been an allotment keeper, a professional gardener, and a botanical illustrator – plants are her passion.
14 best plants for outdoor planters
Grab a list of perfect plants for large pots and containers and go get seedlings!
Planters are not only small flowerpots for indoor ampelous plants, but also large outdoor pots. We tell you what kind of plants to "populate" exactly such containers in order to decorate a veranda, patio, a recreation area in front of the house or even a balcony with them.
Begonia
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Begonia is one of the main favorites of urban gardeners: this flower can be found in flowerbeds, flower beds and in balcony containers. It blooms all season (from May to October), does not require complex care, tolerates return frosts. This makes it an ideal plant for outdoor outdoor planters.
Begonia seedlings can still be planted in early summer.
Viola
Violas or pansies are long-awaited guests in any flower garden.
They do not lose their beauty even at low temperatures and prolonged rains. nine0003
These unpretentious little ones have only two requirements for growers: timely watering and sufficient lighting. Therefore, you should not plant violas too close to each other - keep a distance of 20 cm between plants.
Geichera are delightful plants that delight with a huge variety of colors.
Several types of geyher are grown in culture: cylindrical, American, small-flowered, gooseberry-leaved, blood-red, hairy, hybrid. nine0003
Breeders have bred a large number of ornamental varieties with beautiful leaf color. We have collected the most popular of them in one article:
Heuchera prefer partial shade, so planters with them should not be installed in a sunny place.
Hydrangea paniculata
Hydrangea paniculata is one of the most common types of hydrangeas in gardens. To the delight of all lovers of container gardens, many varieties of this species are undersized.
For example, hydrangea
with delicate white and pink inflorescences or pale green Little Lime grow to only 70 cm in height and 50-100 cm in width.
You can also plant Hydrangea variety Pastel Green in large containers - a new selection in 2016.
Lavender
Lavender is a beautiful, fragrant perennial. Fashion for him has not passed for many seasons.
Lavender is great for outdoor planting in summer. This culture loves the sun and does not need frequent watering. You don't have to worry about it drying out in the hot summer sun. nine0003
Blue fescue
Blue fescue is a perennial ornamental grass that looks great in large outdoor planters.
The height of the bushes is only 15-30 cm, but over the years they become more magnificent and denser.
Like lavender, fescue does not need to be over-moistened and fed.
Shaggy chamois
Shaggy pinnasetum (or pennisetum) is a perennial in nature, but because of its thermophilicity, it grows in cultivation as an annual.
Of course, if you have the opportunity to transfer it to the greenhouse for the winter, it can delight you with its beautiful appearance in the next season. nine0003
In the middle lane, the hairy pinworm is grown through seedlings, as it will bloom too late when sown in open ground.
Petunia
Petunia is without exaggeration the main star of container gardens. It blooms all summer and fills the flower garden with its sweet aroma.
Among the types and varieties of petunias there is a flower for every taste: there are stately grandiflora petunias, miniature multiflora petunias, and ampelous pendula petunias. nine0003
A detailed classification of this crop and a list of tested varieties can be found in our selection:
Ivy
Common ivy is not only one of the most "reference" garden vines, but also an excellent plant for high outdoor planters, in which it grows as an ampelous culture.
The main advantages of ivy are that it is shade-tolerant, unpretentious, evergreen and boasts beautifully shaped leaves.
Small-leaved boxwood
Boxwood is a good choice for gardeners who want to experiment with topiary haircuts. From this low ornamental shrub, very interesting topiaries can turn out!
Small-leaved boxwood does not exceed 1.5 m in height, so it is suitable for growing in large pots and containers.
Thuja globular
Dwarf globular thuja is an ideal "inhabitant" for outdoor planters. Plants of this variety are quite compact, they will feel great in a large container. nine0003
Thuja does not need extra advertising: this culture looks decorative all year round, endures both heat and frost, and cleans the air well.
Fuchsia
Fuchsia is notable for its unusual shape of inflorescences - they look like outlandish two-color bells.
This spectacular plant can be safely planted in outdoor planters: it grows quickly, luxuriantly and blooms for a long time.
Hosta
Hostas are another favorite of landscape designers.
This picky beauty will decorate even the most shady corner of the garden with her rich foliage. Most importantly, remember the rule: the darker the color of the hosta, the less demanding it is for lighting. nine0003
There are countless varieties and types of this crop, but still we tried! Look for a detailed classification of the most common types and varieties of hostas in our selection:
Chrysanthemum multiflora
Dwarf globular chrysanthemums literally flood garden shops in late summer and early autumn. Still would! Where else can you find a lush bush that can bloom until deep frosts?
Low-growing varieties of chrysanthemums are often grown as annuals for container gardens. nine0003
Whichever set of outdoor planters you choose, take a look at the list of 7 secrets of a luxurious container garden:
Planters and planters in the garden: Where to place flowers in flowerpots on the site?
If you don't have time to make a full-fledged flower bed, plant the plants in a pot.
And we will tell you where to put pots and flowerpots with plants, what decorative tasks can be solved with their help.
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1. Planter near the entrance
A pair of large flowerpots accentuates the entrance to the plot or to the house. This is a classic landscape and architectural technique: flowerpots framing a porch / gate or even raised on gate posts were used in many parks - both regular and landscape style. Even if the fence is completely unpretentious, and there are no pompous forged gates at the entrance, planters will decorate the entrance area without requiring any additional measures.
Sweet Dirt Designs
Fact: in this case it does not matter at all what (simple) fence you have - the planter will draw attention to itself.
- The chain-link planter net will help to fully realize its main advantage - transparency, because flowering plants are perfectly visible through it.
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- The professional sheet will be turned into an exposition plane, a background for conceptual forms. Just choose pots to match him - in the style of techno or brutalism. Metal and its imitations, concrete of simple lines and rough unfinished surfaces will make profiled sheet not just an affordable material for a blind fence, but an element of style, emphasizing its industrial origin. nine0157
Idea from photo: planters made of ready-made building blocks, as in the photo, are perfect for brutal gray-haired fences and profiled sheets.
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- Fireclay pots with a rough texture in natural color will complement the wooden fence. Colored patterns of large forms in a folklore or natural style, and multi-colored streaks of glaze will fit in well here. The glaze protects and decorates the clay mold - even when aged or destroyed, it looks beautiful.
Glaze also protects the earth in a pot from drying out - in a glazed planter, it stays moist longer. In addition to rustic images, glazed planters are indispensable for creating southern and Mediterranean landscapes, giving Asian imagery or introducing Art Nouveau elements. nine0157 - Stone, brick and wrought iron fences attract attention in themselves. Even absolutely simple pots can be combined with them. Just try to match the pots or boxes with the style of the rest of the buildings on the site.
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The ornament and color combination of the pot itself, the plants planted in it and the environment will help to show the stylistic direction. Due to the fact that it is convenient to plant annual plants in a pot, a very wide range is available to you, including heat-loving species. nine0003
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2. Pots for decorating the fence
You can go beyond the entrance to the plot and extend the row of pots along the fence. They will help decorate an extended plane and more fully reveal the stylistic advantages of the site. Massive planters made of concrete can be safely placed on the outside of the fence. Significant weight, especially with the ground, gives them stability and stationarity, and the material - strength. nine0003
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However, pots can be placed not only on the ground. With the help of balcony brackets or stationary hangers, boxes can be fixed directly on the fence - on its vertical plane or closer to the upper edge. Take care of safety - the brackets must be securely fastened.
In boxes that are above eye level, it is good to plant ampelous species: petunia, suter, nasturtium, climbing pelargonium and others - they will lower their lashes down and form the plane of the fence. nine0003
Noelle Johnson Landscape Consulting
It is also possible to build a planter into the top of the fence. Such a plant finish looks beautiful on both high and low fences. However, the construction of a fence with built-in flower boxes is a complex undertaking that requires careful calculation, preparation and a large amount of material. Such a fence should be wide - from 80 to 150 cm at the base, depending on its height. It usually tapers towards the top to be more stable and to hold the pressure of the placed earth. Therefore, more often such fences are made in the form of low curbs - about 100-120 cm high. It is even easier to implement a similar principle on retaining walls. nine0003
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Placed along the paths, they not only emphasize the direction of movement, but also protect against the temptation to cut the path across the lawn.
Planters in this case take on the same role that clipped shrub borders usually play. In such places, elongated "boxes", rectangular or repeating the shape of the track, including its bends, look good. Chamotte mass, concrete and plastic quite allow you to create complex indirect shapes. They can be both very low and raise plants higher. An interesting rhythm can be created by forming such a border from pots of different heights. nine0003
Solow Design Group
Not only long containers will be good next to the path. Small round or square pots can also be used here. Place them in rows along one of the sections of the path - such rows will look especially advantageous on its bend. Free groups of pots of different heights and different sizes will also be good here. They will form a mobile flower garden that is very easy to change - planting new plants or rearranging pots and creating a new composition. nine0003
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As an option, place here one single planter with several containers for plants. In this case, it should be a really interesting shape.
Teraplast 3D plastic planters
Almost real alleys can be formed in the same way by placing rows of tall, vertical planters along the sides of the path. Such forms will replace the slender tree trunks of the classic alley and will allow you to create it even where there is very little space. nine0003
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4. On the steps
Small pots on the stairs look very nice. These can be stairs on a relief area or at the entrance to the house.
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The only restriction is that the ladder must be wide enough so that the pots do not interfere with the passage. The staircase naturally sets the tiering, the plants look like a lush flowering mass.
And if you plant ampel species in pots, you will get a continuous stream of flowers, as if flowing down the stairs. nine0003
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5. Around recreation areas
Here, planters will also play a zoning role, enclosing the area and separating it from the surrounding space. Not to mention, a relaxing area and flowering plants are the perfect combination. If a good half of the resort albums are filled with the sea, then the other half is definitely occupied by all kinds of flowers. Thanks to planters, you can surround an impromptu beach in the country with quite tropical views, planting them as annuals. nine0003
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It is good to place an aroma garden around the recreation area. Aromatic plants will reduce the number of mosquitoes and create a special atmosphere here, help turn the recreation area into an oasis, separated from all worries.
Even low planters will create a visual separation, and if tall forms are used, they will be embodied in a completely real border that does not limit the view, but creates a border. Along such a border it is convenient to arrange chairs and benches. nine0003
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Moreover, built-in benches combined with planters will be an interesting move. Plants can be placed in its wide hollow back, or in fragments separating seats. Do not be afraid that it will be difficult to plant plants and replace the earth in such a stationary structure - the best option is to use the built-in cavities as external planters into which mobile boxes with planted plants are inserted. nine0003
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If we talk not only about a place to relax, but also about a summer dining room in the open air, here it is worth planting greens and herbs in a planter. You do not have to run to the garden to pick parsley for salad - everything will be at hand. And the aromas of spices will whet the appetite of guests while you make a fire. Built-in planters, combined with stationary benches, will also be convenient here. nine0003
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Green boxes can be placed directly on the table or built into it. It is also convenient to hang small, lightweight containers of herbs next to the work area of an open kitchen using conventional roof rails.
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It is used very intensively, here all the time someone passes, rests, hides from the rain.
Therefore, the flower decoration of the terrace is especially useful - it will definitely not be left without attention. Plants in this area both create an atmosphere and decorate the house. There are a lot of options for placing pots here. In principle, all of the above methods can be applied: put the pots directly on the floor, using pots of different heights in this case, or place them on the steps on the sides of the entrance. Fix the boxes on the railing - ampelous views will be especially good here, hang them from the beams. nine0029
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8. Around the gazebo
Plants can be arranged in the same way as the gazebo: place the pots on the balustrade, hang them in openings, or attach them to support posts. You can also arrange flowerpots around the gazebo, on the ground. It is good to plant climbing plants in such planters, which will cover the gazebo with green mass. And not only annual species. As a rule, creepers are difficult to place next to the gazebo due to the wide blind area, paving that fits close to the gazebo, and other surroundings.
Cache-pot in this case is an excellent way out. This technique will help to decorate a house or fence with climbing species. nine0003
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9. In narrow places
In narrow passages there is not enough space to plant plants. Planters are more compact and limit the earthen clod. They can be made very narrow. And placed at the end of a long aisle, the planter will beautifully decorate a dead end. True, such an extreme placement imposes increased requirements for care. It will be necessary to apply fertilizers, warm them for the winter and carefully monitor watering. However, automatic drip irrigation also saves in container growing, especially when the pots are placed permanently. nine0003
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Boxes placed on the railings of balconies and windows will be appropriate both in an urban environment and in a suburban area. They give the architecture a special beauty and charm, decorate any view from the window. In such boxes, you can not only plant annual plants, but also put indoor flowers for the summer. The main thing, again, is to be very careful about fasteners. nine0003
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11. In the garden and flowerbeds
It would seem that the garden is full of plants anyway. But here, too, pots are appropriate. Firstly, they add imagery to the garden, create an “effect of surprise”, an oasis lost in the bushes. This image works especially well in an old garden. Secondly, in the garden you can "hide" flowerpots with plants that have faded, but still retain a lot of greenery, or have not yet grown enough.
Here they will look more organic than in open front places. nine0003
In addition, aggressors can be placed in separate pots - those species that are expansive and whose distribution in the garden and flower beds you want to limit.
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In the garden, flowerpots can be placed directly on the ground, on stands and old benches. You can turn the old trunk of a dead tree into such a stand, avoiding the need to uproot it. In flower beds, vertical planters and flowerpots on thin supports will create a second tier, make the flower garden more voluminous, developing the composition vertically. nine0003
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In addition, planters can be hung directly on the branches of large trees. Such an unexpected decor in the garden looks charming. When doing this, make sure the branch is strong enough to support the weight of the planter with wet soil.
In this case, it is better to use a plastic planter, and the suspension should be provided with a dense wide substrate made of rubber, polyurethane foam or folded multi-layered durable matter so that the weight of the pot swinging in the wind does not damage the bark. nine0003
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12. On lanterns and supports
In the same way, you can hang planters on tall lanterns. In their light, the flowers will stand out beautifully at night. And simple supports will help create vertical tiered compositions of ampelous plants.
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13. In the garden
Planters are also useful for cultural cultivation. In fact, such convenient and popular modular beds in recent years are also planters. As well as warm or raised beds. Mobile boxes and large pots are also convenient for growing vegetables, and small pots that are easy to carry are for growing and hardening seedlings, growing greens, which quickly go to waste.
In addition, tiered planters and boxes mounted vertically, for example on a fence, help save scarce space. nine0003
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14. Container pond or fountain
Beautiful planters can be used not only in their direct role - to house plants, but also on their own. For example, arrange a container mini-pond in a large decorative flowerpot. Here, as in a large pond, plants can also be placed, but only in compact forms. Of course, for the winter it will need to be hidden indoors, but you can be calm about the children. And caring for such a tiny pond is much easier. For this purpose, flat and rounded containers are used that do not allow water to pass through. nine0003
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In a tall planter, you can arrange a small pulsating fountain, either by mounting the system yourself or by purchasing a ready-made one.
