Everything you need to know about container gardening is in this step by step guide!
So, for this container I am going for a “Partial-Sun” plant recipe, meaning the plants can withstand 3-6 hours of sun and periods of shade as well.
Buy more plants than you think you may need. Containers look the best when they are packed to the brim with plants.
If you’re starting with a new container, fill it 3/4 of the way with potting mix. Add your container garden secret weapon–Osmocote.
I like to make a dry-run on my container arrangement by trying out my plants in the containers while they are still potted.
Remove the plant from the store pot. Take your fingers and pry apart that root ball at the very bottom, opening up the roots so they will start growing outward.
Give your new container garden a nice, soaking drink of water, tap down each plant gently again at the roots, and then water every other day for a week or two.