Sensational summer POTS!
Success with container gardening relies upon following a few simple guidelines. First, balance the size of container with the spread of the plants once fully grown, ensuring that neither overwhelms the other. Good plant labels state both height and spread, as well as how much sun or shade a plant needs. When it comes to soil, unless a plant is an acid lover, such as azaleas or some heathers (which need ericaceous soil), use a multipurpose potting compost specially formulated for container growing – adding water-retentive gel helps to retain moisture during hot spells. Once planted, water, feed and deadhead regularly. And finally, take photos to remind of your successes (and the
