Tiny apartments or large size bungalow, an effective gardening can change the beauty of the surroundings, and gardening in containers can without doubt include a new color to it.
There are three main elements for creating containers for gardens are:
1. Choosing the pots
2. Getting the right planting medium
3. Selecting the plants
These elements will help you to have healthy plants for your garden. To truly have a healthy plant, watering the plant is necessary and free movement of water and air is vital.
Here are some tips to help you choose the best ways to make your garden healthy and beautiful with Plastic Planter Container.
Location:
Select a spot for the garden and according to the place decide on a suitable container. For example, a wooden pot would not suit a modern balcony, neither classic urn shaped pots will fit into any traditional home. Not merely look for style of the pot, also the size and proportion is necessary.
Weight:Different types of terracotta pots
The container should be spacious and heavy enough to carry the weight of the plant with the soil in it. The container should be heavy enough to avoid tipping, if you have a breezy outdoor. Even the base which it is, should sustain the weight of the container.
Materials :
The very common yet the most adorable pots are clay or terracotta pots that complement numerous flowering plants. The positive factor is, its natural clay releases moisture through its wall and also helps in proper drainage of water. It keeps root dry and prevents from damp or any other root diseases. Dryness helps however, not for long, hence frequent watering required.
In winters, clay pots should be protected to avoid from cracking. While planning for glazed Plastic Planter Container, you need to retain in mind that its non-porous which prevents moisture from releasing out, and can create root diseases. It will always be best to use with a regular terracotta pot inside of them.
However, plastic pots are economical, lightweight and functional and are available in wide selection of shapes, sizes and colors. You can apply faux finish to make it attractive or slip in the plastic pots inside the containers.
Plants do grow well in plastic pots if you properly mix the soil and pour required amount of water. If you often under water your plants, then plastic pot is the best solution.
Even wood containers provide a naturalistic environment. It drains superior to plastic pot but a disadvantage is, it does not need the capacity to release moisture like clay. Hardwood is highly recommended such as redwood, cedar or cypress which have a tendency to rot less as time passes. Lining wood containers with heavy-duty plastic bags will provide you with added protection from moisture, but as stated earlier, proper drainage is very essential.
Metal containers can be found in modern settings for the home garden. Containers which are galvanized are best for planting, as they will not leach rust or chemicals in to the soil. You should maintain proper drainage or slip other pots within it.
The above mentioned items can enhance the beauty of container gardening. But do avoid planting them directly in watering cans, old boots, teapots or wheelbarrows because they’ll damage the drainage and air movement throughout the roots of the plants.