Here, we’ve compiled a few favorite—and tough—garden annuals for a nonstop show in summer containers. Mexican Zinnia This annual offers vibrant blooms and attracts pollinators. botanical name Zinnia haageana sun requirements Full sun to partial shade height 1-1.5’ hardiness zones 2-12 ...
Plant tags usually tell you whether a plant prefers sun or shade. Sun means they can take sunshine all day, but they’ll also do well with four to six hours, especially if it’s in the afternoon. The important part to remember for shade plants is that they will take some sun, but n...
And because she remains evergreen with thick glossy foliage, she’s the perfect replacement for boxwoods, to plant as an informal hedge, foundational planting, at the back of the perennial beds, or in containers! $40.49 See details Perennials ...
containers, there is no worries about the wooden becoming weathered and cracking or falling apart. This resin material will not soak in the moisture like wooden whiskey barrels can do. These are long-lasting, lightweigt planters perfect for easily moving around in different locations around your ...
Plant especially tasty deer favorites in containers and keep them out of reach of deer on your front porch or your balcony or in very high-hanging baskets. Talk with your local co-op extension to find out which deer-resistant plants have worked best in your area. ...
shade. Daylilies planted farther north need the most sun. Do not plant in areas where water pools after a hard rain or too close to trees and shrubs as the flowers will have to compete for water and nutrition. Planting should be planned for early spring, as soon as the ground can be ...
Container gardeningwith flowers is a great way to instantly introduce color, fragrance, and beauty into our lives. It makes flowers part of any landscape—even on a deck, patio, porch, or balcony! See our tips for growing flowers in containers. ...
When you have a lot of shade in your garden, that usually means your containers are in the shade, too! I love to plant blue flowers in blue planters on my shady deck, and you can find my favorite container plants for shade here: The best annuals for shade Blue plants for containers ...
Sun or shade. HIPPO™ Pink Hypoestes Polka dot plant is getting a makeover with the new Hippo series. Named for their robust, bushy shape, their upright habit makes them perfect for use as thrillers or fillers in containers and landscapes. Use them like you would a coleus. Hippo Pink ...