May 23, 2017

Lush Container Planting via England


Are you just getting started, or finished?


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This is the year I have been saying something has to give, well, as friends reminded me.....you say this every year! 
As other aspects of my biz grows and my getting older, 2017 is my swan song for container plantings at clients homes, but I have tips galore to share!
My container “career” began in England. I was stunned at the overflowing baskets, pots, window boxes, and not just a few here and there, but in the most humble of home, commercial buildings, public squares and the gloriously renown London hotel containers.......
well, .everywhere!

To not have such adornment is unusual. Once asking a friend why her neighbor had empty pots, thinking to myself, they must be ill, befallen misfortune…….something is wrong there, ‘Oh, they are American’ she said flippantly. Uggghhhh!
So what was so special that I learned? Lots!

Plant root ball to root ball. What?! 
Yep, The British have a longer growing season than us and are seemingly not wasting time. 
No following plant labels suggesting 8” or so apart. And I believe they are spot on!
                         One of our clients in Illinois

Guess what? There is one more consideration……..after the container is complete, add seeds, stuffed into available crevices!
Nasturtiums are a great choice

Planting heavily? Fertilize Heavily! The best option is to add Osmocote, a slow release fertilizer. The directions instruct you to sprinkle on top of the soil after planting. Disregard…….yes, mix it in with the soil, where this product is nearly in touch with the root system where the nourishment is required. Already planted? Scratch it in.
     

Need ideas? 
My 'Outdoor Container' Pinterest page is chalk full of inspiration

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Take a look around your property, could your home use window boxes? I know they would accommodate urns, how many and where?
  1. Choose containers that match the architectural style and color of your exterior
  2. Consider placement within the flower beds, as a focal point on the lawn, or as a big grouping
  3. How about this? Force your guests to slow down and enjoy the planting
4. Do not forget hanging baskets, take a look around. To maintain moisture in the basket, place a diaper in the base, holds moisture you know!     

      5.   Consider water preservatives to lessen your work. ‘Soil Moist’ is a popular brand, even Wal-Mart carries this
                                  


                   Have Fun!
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In my previous post, I offered 2 wins for the new liquid less NEST diffuser;
 one for signing up for my inspiration called SOUL STYLE, a silent visual emailed about twice a month.
       Winner……Bridget Weiss of California
The other was to sign up for my Instagram page, DebraPhillips_@5thandstate.  
        Winner……Maye Le Page of Louisiana

I’ll send very soon girls, when I catch my breath!

                            Thank you for visiting! 
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