Plants For: Planted Containers

Posted on March 8, 2022

PLANTS FOR
PLANTED CONTAINERS

Container gardening is a great way to add colour and life to any outdoor space, and it’s especially ideal for small spaces. In this post we will provide some planted container ideas that you can use to enhance your outdoor area and also list ideal plants to use in containers and what specific requirements need to be met in order for these containers to be successful. So if you’re looking for some new ideas for your garden, be sure to read on!

Planted containers – where do I start?

One of the great things about container gardening is that you can use a variety of plants to create beautiful displays. When choosing plants for containers, it’s important to consider their size and how well they will grow in a limited space. Some ideal plants for containers include herbs, succulents, small flowers, and ornamental grasses. These plants are all relatively easy to care for and can add a lot of visual interest to your garden.

When it comes to specific requirements, there are a few things to keep in mind when planting in containers. First, make sure that the container you select has adequate drainage holes. If not, the plant will become waterlogged and may eventually die. Second, use a high-quality potting mix that is designed for containers. This will help to ensure that your plants have the nutrients they need to thrive. Finally, remember to water your plants regularly and fertilize them every few weeks. With proper care, your container garden will be sure to thrive!

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Plants for Sunny Containers
  • Tulipa (Tulips)
  • Cordyline australis
  • Canna ‘Striata’
  • Hebe
  • Laurus nobilis (Bay)
  • Pelargonium
  • Solenostemon
  • Dahlia
Grow-your-own plants for containers
  • Allium cepa (Spring onions)
  • Allium schoenoprasum (Chives)
  • Beta vulgaris (Swiss Chard)
  • Capsicum chinense (Scotch bonnet chillies)
  • Citrus x limon (Lemon tree)
  • Fragaria x ananassa (Strawberries)
  • Rosemarinus officinalis (Rosemary)
Dahlias in containers
container grown strawberries
Plants for shady containers
  • Begonia
  • Carex
  • Cyclamen coum
  • Cyclamen hederifolium
  • Bellis perennis (Perennial daisy)
  • Heuchera 
  • Fuchsia
  • Galanthus nivalis (Snowdrop)
  • Lathyrus odoratus (Sweet Pea)
  • Impatiens walleriana (Busy Lizzie)
  • Narcissus “Tete-a-Tete”
  • Petunia
  • Primula
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