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Container Planting
Most gardens have plants in containers - from a few on a balcony outside an upper storey flat to many on the patio of a large garden. Colourful containers can enhance paved areas and bring a display of choice plants closer to the eye. So how do you go about planting a container?
Time to complete job: Less than 1 hour
Approximate budget: £20
You will need:
- Container
- Broken plant pot pieces
- Compost
- Plants
Permanent plantings can be done at almost any time of the year - but better in the spring when plants will become quickly established.
For more ideas and information about planting, check out Planting Tips and Hanging Baskets before you begin.
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Step 1: Preparation
If re-using a container ensure that all traces of soil are cleaned from the inside to prevent carry-over of pests and diseases. Terracotta pots often develop green and white marks on the outside - clean off using mild detergent and a scourer.Tip: Position your container in its final location before planting. There is no point carrying it around when it is full of heavy compost and plants!
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