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What to Look for in a Garden Container
Have a look at your gardening area – how much space do you have and how do you want it to look over time. For small spaces such as balcony and rooftop, use smaller containers and avoid bigger plants with overly large leaves, flowers and other features that can make the entire area look overgrown and untidy. Make sure there are enough drainage holes in the planter or container – a rainy season can create havoc without enough drainage capacity. Will your container mix be able to breathe – choose a mix that is especially designed for containers. In colder climates, a container that retains heat and protects root systems against temperature extremes will prolong the life of your plants in the Fall and allow planting earlier in the Spring. Extremes of temperature are bad news and may cause plastic and terracotta pots to freeze, break and crumble. If your container or planter is very large, consider putting it on wheels to allow you to move it easily when filled with plants. Ensure that it is not too heavy to move easily. One of the great things about container gardening is that you can put a plant in just about anything and call it a container. HOWEVER, here are some types of pots and containers to avoid. Leave containers with narrow bases in the shop – they have a tendency to topple over. Choose wide, stable bases, especially for larger plants that can become top-heavy as they become full grown. Always choose containers that have drainage holes or allow holes to be drilled into them. Terracotta pots and very shallow planters dry out very rapidly, perhaps consider them for succulents or cactus. In warm weather or in full sunlight, dark-colored pots can dry out the soil and overheat your plants. Choose containers that are double lined – they allow more protection from intense heat. Avoid those containers that are said to be biodegradable – they just may degrade on your porch or balcony and spill soil and plants at a very inconvenient moment. Beware of containers that are made from concrete or cement. Possible leaching of chemicals from the container may make the container mix extremely alkaline and may harm acid soil-loving plants such as camellias, azaleas and rhododendrons. |
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