A Beginners Guide to Planting Flower Pots

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Here are a Few Simple Tips to Get You Started!

Decide What Flowers to Buy

01 For pots it is common to choose annuals. Make sure to look for sun vs. shade depending on where your pot will be located. You might even find a pre-potted option! Learn more

Rule of Three

02 This no fail rule of three will give you beautiful pots every time! Make sure each pot has a thriller , filler and spiller! Read on for each type. Learn more

Thrillers

03 These are the tall, show off, bold, focus plants or flowers. These are usually placed in the center of your pot. (My favorites: Coleus, Geraniums, Spike, grasses) Learn More

Fillers

04 The flower or plants that fill the space. Does not overwhelm the focus plant and are generally shorter than your thriller. (favorites: Lobelia, Petunias, Impatiens, Salvia, Vinca)

Spillers

05 The spillers flow down over the lip of your pot and draw your eye down. (My favorites: Creeping Jenny, Sweet Potato Vine, Calibrachoa, Ivy and Lobelia.) Learn more

Top Materials Needed

06 *Soil labeled for potting mix *container/pot with drainage holes *trowel/shovel *gloves *flowers *watering can Learn more

Pots & Containers

07 Don't be afriad to use unusual pots or containers. Just make sure they are lined and have drainage holes. Terracotta pots are my favorite typical pot for flowers! Learn more

Watering is Key

06 Making sure your flower pots are well watered is very important! You can do hand watering, add a drip line or even use water globes! Learn more

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